Senior Engineer - Electrical

Whakatakoto te tūāpapa | Laying the foundation

At Contact Energy, we’re putting our energy where it matters - into renewable growth that supports Aotearoa’s transition to a low-carbon future. Our Major Projects team is at the heart of this mahi, delivering large-scale infrastructure that will power generations to come. From geothermal developments nestled around Taupō to cutting-edge battery energy storage systems (BESS), we’re building the future of energy, today.

With several major projects on the horizon including new geothermal plants and battery installations, this is an exciting time to join us. These projects are not just about engineering; they’re about creating sustainable, resilient energy solutions that reflect our commitment to Te Taiao and the communities we serve. If you’re passionate about renewable energy and want to be part of something meaningful, nau mai, haere mai.

Te āhua o te tūranga | The nature of the role

This is more than just a job, it’s a chance to shape the future of energy in Aotearoa. As a Senior Electrical Engineer in our Major Projects team, you’ll be a key player in the delivery of complex renewable energy projects. You’ll work closely with contractors, project managers, and our internal experts to ensure our power plants are designed and built to be safe, efficient, and enduring.

You’ll bring your technical expertise to the table, guiding electrical design reviews, supporting decision-making, and ensuring compliance with environmental and safety standards. This is a permanent role, starting with a major project already in motion, but with a long-term view across our renewable pipeline. If you thrive in collaborative environments and enjoy solving complex problems with practical solutions, this could be your next big move.

Ko wai koe | About you

We’re looking for someone who’s technically sharp, relationship-savvy, and ready to roll up their sleeves. Ideally, you’ll have a degree in engineering (electrical preferred), professional registration (CPEng or IntPE), and 5–10 years’ experience in the power sector or similar heavy industry. You’ll know your way around MV/LV systems, rotating equipment, and grid compliance, but if you’re strong in some areas and keen to grow in others, we’d still love to hear from you.

What really matters is your mindset. You’re a team player who values inclusion, curiosity, and respect. You’re confident communicating with a range of stakeholders, and you’re not afraid to offer candid technical advice. You bring energy, flexibility, and a commitment to continuous learning. If you’re passionate about renewable energy and want to be part of a team that’s making a real difference, we encourage you to apply whether you tick every box or just most of them.

There are a bunch of perks to being a permanent Contact kaimahi. Along with great leadership, teammates, development, and growth and progression opportunities, free health insurance cover, better-than-your-average leave, access to Contact Shares, a ‘Good to be Home’ annual payment toward your home set up & wellbeing, a trail-blazing parental leave policy, bi-annual payments towards Contact Energy products, and more!

Applications close 5pm Friday the 26th of September

Here at Contact Energy (Te Mata Hiko), we know our strength lies in developing a sense of belonging - one that helps us attract and retain people with a broad range of perspectives and experiences.

We’re committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to bring their whole selves to work. Our goal is to reflect the diversity of our customers and communities to help build a better Aotearoa New Zealand.

We have a rich community of talented people that we support to thrive at Contact.

Our inclusive hiring process is designed to embrace the diversity of Aotearoa New Zealand, ensuring a wide range of perspectives are included in our decision-making and helping reduce bias along the way.

The wellbeing of our kaimahi is super important to us.

We use employee insights to offer a range of initiatives and resources to support physical, mental, financial and emotional wellbeing – including flexible working arrangements, employee network groups and a market-leading parental leave policy.

At Te Mata Hiko, we want everyone to thrive. We welcome applicants far and wide - of every age, stage, background, and pride. Join us and be part of a team that values your passion and attitude just as much as your experience and skills.

Please note, only candidates with the right to live and work in New Zealand will be considered for this role.

Research shows that while men apply to jobs where they meet 60% of the criteria, women and those in underrepresented groups tend to only apply if they tick every box. We're not about box ticking, so if you think you have what it takes but don't meet everything stated above, please still get in touch. We'd love to kōrero.

Te Mata Hiko (Contact Energy) does not accept any CVs received from recruitment agencies where a formal engagement has not been confirmed and agreed to with our Talent team. In the event that unsolicited CVs are submitted by recruitment agencies, Te Mata Hiko (Contact Energy) reserves the right to contact these candidates directly and consider them for current/future vacancies without any financial obligation to the recruitment agency in question. This will also apply to any CVs sent directly to line managers.