Senior Substation Design Engineer - ( 260000MI )
Description
Senior Substation Design Engineer
Stantec is a global leader in sustainable engineering, and environmental consulting. The diverse perspectives of our partners and interested parties drive us to think beyond what’s previously been done on critical issues like climate change, digital transformation, and future-proofing our cities and infrastructure.
We are designers, engineers, scientists, project managers, and strategic advisors. We innovate at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships to advance communities everywhere, so that together we can redefine what’s possible.
About the role:
Stantec’s Power team in New Zealand is currently undergoing significant growth on the back of new clients and projects offering exciting opportunities for Electrical Engineers to work on a variety of MV/HV/EHV AC and DC substation projects locally and globally. You will work within a multi-disciplinary team to develop efficient and reliable substations for our clients. You will coordinate the planning and design activities to maintain project schedules and ensure successful project completion. We provide career opportunities that are as unique as you.
Key responsibilities include
Perform engineering studies such as load flow, short circuit, discrimination, grounding, lightning protection, insulation coordination, TRV, cable ampacity, rigid and flexible bus, lighting, etc.
Conduct detailed design of substations, including switchyard layouts, sections, grounding plan/details, cable routing, AC/DC distribution, major equipment specifications, single line diagrams, schematics, wiring diagrams, marking, design calculations, etc.
Prepare technical specifications for major equipment procurement, construction and commissioning.
Provide technical support for procurement, construction and commissioning.
Assist in preparing proposals, project plans and estimates.
Mentor junior engineers.
Coordinate with other disciplines during project execution to solve challenging technical issues.
Follow internal QA/QC procedures to deliver high quality engineering service to the clients.
Conduct site visits to verify existing installation, define project scope, prepare for detailed design and provide construction site supports as required.
What you’ll bring to the role
Relevant degree in Electrical Engineering (specialisation in Power Systems)
Experience on power systems tools such DigSILENT, CYMCAP, PSSE, PSCAD, ETAP, CDEGS, WinIGS
Experience on numerical computation tools such as MathCAD, Matlab, Python
Field experience in commissioning and testing
Proven knowledge in Civil/Structural and P&C
Equipment engineering experience
Excellent computer skills, including familiarity with Microsoft Office, Bluebeam, AutoCAD.
Strong interpersonal skills (written, verbal) are a must in interaction with multi-disciplinary teams, suppliers, sub-consultants and client relationships
Valid NZ driver’s license.
5 years of proven direct detailed design and engineering experience related to high voltage substations for Utilities in New Zealand
Chartership (CPEng) or intention to attain chartership. Stantec provides support to attain chartership
What we offer
At Stantec, we take your growth and fulfilment seriously. We’re proud to offer many supportive benefits, including;
Professional development and support
Flexible working arrangements, including purchasing up to an extra four weeks of leave and provision for school t term contracts, part-time, and job sharing
Learning and talent development programmes, including global, online, and on-the-job opportunities
Professional memberships
Service recognition awards
Mentorship
Wellbeing and connection opportunities
Health insurance, income continuance insurance, and life insurance
Employee assistance program
Developing Professionals Group, a global network for those with under 10 years of experience
About us
We’ve been serving our clients and communities in Aotearoa New Zealand for over 125 years. With almost 900 professionals, our team is based in the main cities and throughout the regions. We collaborate across disciplines and sectors to bring buildings, energy, water, environmental, and transport projects to life.
Globally, Stantec unites approximately 34,000 employees working in over 450 locations across six continents. Our work from initial project concept and planning through design, construction, and commissioning begins at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships.
Qualifications
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Primary Location : New Zealand-Auckland-Auckland
Organization : BC-3101 Water-NZ New Zealand
Employee Status : Regular
Job Level : Individual Contributor
Travel : No
Schedule : Full-time
Job Posting : Oct 6, 2026, 1:59:54 PM
Req ID: 260000MI
Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with local, state and federal laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. EEO including Disability/Protected Veterans
