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AECOM Electrical Engineer (Primary) - Transmission & Distribution in Auckland, New Zealand
New Zealand - Auckland, Auckland
Job Summary
The Role
Put your innovative thinking, technical excellence and passion into high gear. When you join a company that’s building a better world, your opportunities are unlimited. At AECOM, we design, build, finance, operate and manage projects that unlock opportunities, protect our environment and improve people’s lives. Every day our team explores new possibilities for a better world. Cleaner transportation. Healthier communities and environments. Resilient cities.
As an Electrical Engineer within our highly successful Transmission & Distribution team, you will be involved in the primary design of substation projects throughout Australia and NZ. You will be working with a wide range of high calibre clients on the preparation of SLDs, electrical layouts, sections and BoM, earthgrid design and lightning protection studies.
At AECOM, we enjoy learning in a supportive environment where professional development opportunities are actively encouraged. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of an innovative, highly motivated team of technical professionals and be instrumental in delivering key power related projects throughout Australia and NZ.
Day to day responsibilities include:
Concept and Detailed Design of indoor and outdoor substation primary systems for NZ clients
Earthing design in CDEG0S and power cable design in CYMCAP
Site visits, inspections and testing as required (e.g. soil resistivity testing)
Preparing design reports, including cost estimates and project schedules
Managing smaller projects or parts of larger projects
Interfacing directly with clients on projects and new opportunities
Providing technical expertise in accordance with project time, quality, and cost objectives
Minimum Requirements
About You
You will ideally have a background in primary electrical design working with a strong technical acumen and a desire to grow your career at AECOM.
University degree - BE Electrical/Electronic Engineering or equivalent
Minimum of 3 years relevant experience in transmission and distribution substation design
Site experience and/or experience in projects being constructed and commissioned
Experience in suitable software packages
Excellent organisation and communication skills
Self-motivated and keen to progress career
Strong team player who collaborates easily with others across multiple disciplines
Preferred Qualifications
- Post Graduate Qualifications
What We Offer
When you join AECOM, you become part of a company that is pioneering the future. Our teams around the world are involved in some of the most cutting-edge and innovative projects and programs of our time, addressing the big challenges of today and shaping the built environment for generations to come. We ensure a workplace that encourages growth, flexibility and creativity, as well as a company culture that champions inclusion, diversity and overall employee well-being through programs supported by company leadership. Our core values define who we are, how we act and what we aspire to, which comes down to not only delivering a better world, but working to “make amazing happen” in each neighborhood, community and city we touch. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person’s potential, and we’ll help you reach yours.
Job Category Engineering - Electrical / Electronic
Business Line Power
Business Group Design and Consulting Services Group (DCS)
Country New Zealand
Position Status Full-Time
Requisition/Vacancy No. 237936BR
Clearance Required No
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.