Principal Civil Structural Engineer

Principal Civil Structural Engineer

New Plymouth

We are currently seeking a highly skilled and motivated Principal Civil Structural Engineer to join our dynamic team as an internal consultant. If you are passionate about applying your expertise to tackle complex engineering challenges, we want to hear from you.

The role

As a Principal Civil Structural Engineer, you will play a crucial role in our projects and initiatives, driving innovation and ensuring the highest standards of quality. You will work with a diverse team of professionals to conduct feasibility and Front-End Engineering Design (FEED) studies while investigating challenges impacting planning, design, construction, and operations.

Ready to make an impact? Here’s what we’re looking for:

• Exceptional Communication: Strong written and verbal communication skills for effective collaboration.
• Interpersonal Skills: The ability to build relationships and work well in cross-functional teams.
• Project/Asset Lifecycle Knowledge: A comprehensive understanding of project and asset lifecycle stages and their interdependencies.
• Analytical Skills: Strong analytical and innovative problem-solving abilities.
• Software Proficiency: Proficiency in relevant software tools and industry standards.
• Civil Structural Engineering Design: Knowledge of Civil and Structural engineering issues and considerations, ideally with demonstrable experience from working across a wide variety of projects in New Zealand.
• Energy Sector Awareness: Familiarity with the electricity and gas energy sectors is an advantage.

If you have these skills and are enthusiastic about making a valuable contribution to our team, we strongly encourage you to apply

What's in it for you?

• Be part of a great organisation that will develop you
• Great office environment, team culture & social activities
• Health and Wellness – flu vaccinations, access to regular health checks, fruit in the office
• Healthcare scheme - Medical insurance package

About us

Our purpose is to connect communities. It's at the heart of everything we do as we serve our customers now and into the future. At Powerco, we're passionate about doing mahi that keeps over 1.1 million customers connected and enables energy choices as we leverage Aotearoa low carbon electricity system and grow our economy towards a net zero 2050 goal.  

Ngā Tikanga - Our Way, is what guides us to achieve our purpose and ensures we're better together, work smarter, proud to be here, and future focused in how we work together with each other, our communities, and industry stakeholders.

Tell us about how you'd be the best person for our team. Apply now! 

Applications close: Friday 3 May 2024

Our ability to get the best out of people is what sets Powerco apart. We realise that candidates – especially from underrepresented and neurodiverse backgrounds – often won’t apply for roles unless they meet ALL the criteria. We encourage anyone who shares our passion for connecting communities to apply for any role that aligns to your strengths and interests. We will provide a safe space where you can bring your whole self to work and thrive. 

If you would benefit from support or adjustments in order to participate equitably in the recruitment process, please phone 0800 769372 or email kiaora@powerco.co.nz