Electrical Engineer
Robert Walters
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a knowledgeable Electrical Engineer to join a thriving multinational food manufacturing organisation based in Pokeno. This role offers you the chance to make a meaningful impact by leading and managing electrical and control design projects, ensuring all work aligns with New Zealand standards and company requirements.
You will be at the heart of project delivery, collaborating closely with process engineers, utility engineers, and construction managers throughout both design and construction stages. The organisation is committed to fostering an environment where your professional growth is supported by dependable colleagues and supportive leadership.
If you are looking for a role that values your expertise, encourages collaboration, and offers genuine career development, this is the perfect next step for you.
- Work within a collaborative team environment where your input is valued and your professional development is actively supported through training opportunities.
- Enjoy flexible working arrangements that allow you to balance your career ambitions with personal commitments while contributing to impactful projects.
- Be part of an organisation that prioritises adherence to industry standards, ensuring high-quality outcomes and a dependable network of professionals around you.
What you'll do:
As an Electrical Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in driving successful project outcomes by overseeing every aspect of electrical and control design from inception through completion. Your day-to-day activities will involve close collaboration with multidisciplinary teams including process engineers, utility engineers, and construction managers.
You will be responsible for guiding contractors through complex installations while maintaining strict adherence to regulatory standards. By leveraging your technical expertise in electrical systems infrastructure design—particularly within New Zealand or Australia—you will help shape robust solutions that meet client expectations.
Your ability to communicate clearly, manage time efficiently, and utilise cutting-edge design tools will be essential for delivering projects on schedule while upholding quality benchmarks. This position offers you the chance to contribute meaningfully within a supportive network where teamwork is celebrated and professional growth is encouraged.
- Lead and manage the electrical and control design aspects of multiple projects, ensuring all designs comply with New Zealand regulations as well as internal company standards.
- Oversee electrical and control installation companies, verifying their work meets all relevant standards and guidelines throughout each phase of the project.
- Collaborate effectively with process engineers, utility engineers, and construction managers during both the design and construction stages to ensure seamless integration of systems.
- Manage relationships with electrical and control contractors, monitoring their progress against timelines, scope requirements, standards compliance, and variation management protocols.
- Coordinate project documentation and reporting to maintain transparency across all stakeholders involved in the delivery process.
- Support the implementation of best practices in electrical engineering by sharing knowledge with team members and encouraging continuous improvement.
- Utilise advanced tools such as Electrical CAD and modelling software to develop accurate designs and facilitate efficient project execution.
- Ensure safety protocols are strictly followed during installation phases to protect both personnel and equipment.Participate in regular project meetings to provide updates on progress, address challenges collaboratively, and celebrate milestones achieved together.
What you bring:
Your background as an Electrical Engineer equips you with a unique blend of technical acumen and interpersonal sensitivity that makes you an asset in any collaborative setting. With at least three years’ hands-on experience in roles requiring adherence to AS/NZS standards—and a solid grasp of local infrastructure design—you are well-prepared to navigate complex regulatory environments.
Your proficiency with modern engineering tools such as Electrical CAD software streamlines your workflow while enhancing accuracy. Beyond technical skills, your ability to communicate openly fosters trust among team members; your organisational talents keep projects moving forward smoothly; and your commitment to safety ensures everyone’s wellbeing. In this role, your capacity for empathy, cooperation, and shared responsibility will be highly valued as you work alongside others who share your dedication to excellence.
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering is required for this position, demonstrating your foundational knowledge in the field.
- A minimum of three years’ experience working as an electrical engineer ensures you bring proven expertise to the team.
- Demonstrated experience applying AS/NZS standards relevant to electrical engineering projects within New Zealand or Australia is essential for success.
- Comprehensive understanding of electrical systems infrastructure design allows you to deliver effective solutions tailored to local requirements.
- Proficiency with Electrical CAD software and modelling tools enables you to produce precise designs efficiently.
- Excellent time management skills empower you to handle multiple responsibilities while meeting deadlines consistently.
- Strong communication abilities foster positive relationships with colleagues, contractors, and stakeholders throughout each stage of the project lifecycle.
- Interpersonal skills support collaborative problem-solving efforts within multidisciplinary teams.
- Experience managing contractors—including timeline tracking, scope definition, standards compliance, and variation management—ensures smooth project delivery.
- Commitment to safety protocols protects both people and assets during installation phases.
What's next:
If you are ready to take the next step in your career journey as an Electrical Engineer within a supportive environment that values collaboration and growth, we encourage you to apply now!
Apply today by clicking on the link provided—your future starts here.
Robert Walters endeavours to review all applications in a maximum of five working days. If you have not received correspondence within this timeframe please do not hesitate to contact Peter Swinney on +6493747330.
