Senior Transmission Line Engineer - Electrical

About the Role

Join Aurecon as a Senior Electrical Transmission Line Engineer, contributing your expertise to vital infrastructure projects that bolster communities and promote sustainability. Positioned within the Transmission Line Engineering team, you’ll operate primarily from our Hamilton office in New Zealand and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams located in various cities including Auckland, Tauranga, Wellington, and Christchurch.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute design tasks for overhead electrical transmission lines on technically complex projects, ensuring high standards of engineering practice.
• Utilize specialized software such as PLS-CADD and CDEGS to develop effective and reliable design solutions.
• Generate detailed calculations, drawings, and technical reports to support the successful delivery of projects.
• Participate in electromagnetic field (EMF), earthing, and lightning studies, performing associated technical assessments.
• Influence the development of practical electrical design standards and establish efficient, repeatable workflows within the transmission line engineering team.
• Collaborate closely with structural, civil, and other engineering disciplines across Aurecon's multiple locations.

Candidate Profile

• Pursued an electrical engineering qualification relevant to overhead transmission line design, supported by proven hands-on experience.
• Proficient in using industry-standard tools such as PLS-CADD and CDEGS for design execution.
• Experienced in conducting EMF, earthing, and lightning studies as part of project requirements.
• Capable of independently preparing electrical designs, detailed calculations, technical studies, comprehensive drawings, and formal reports.
• Strong technical acumen built through continuous professional design involvement within the electrical transmission domain.
• Focused on practical design contributions, not solely on management or project coordination roles.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills, enabling effective collaboration and teamwork.

Growth and Culture

Aurecon provides a stimulating environment for career growth, tackling some of the most demanding global infrastructure challenges. Recognized as a Best Place to Work in 2026 by the AFR, the company fosters a culture that values diversity, high standards, and meaningful impact. We encourage applicants who value flexible or part-time arrangements and embrace authentic individual perspectives.

About Aurecon

Aurecon is a leading engineering consultancy with a presence across Australia, New Zealand, and Asia, employing over 6,000 professionals. We are dedicated to engineering solutions that improve lives and protect the planet, driven by innovation and multidisciplinary collaboration.

Diversity and Inclusion

We welcome diverse experiences and perspectives and make hiring decisions based on individual merit rather than automated processes. Our values emphasize boldness, strength, and teamwork, reflecting our commitment to breathing life into ideas with courage and unity.