Electrical Engineer - Networks

Join PowerNet and help deliver safe, efficient, and reliable power to communities across Southland and Otago.

About PowerNet

PowerNet is a leading electricity network management company delivering power to more than 72,000 customers across Southland, West Otago, and Central Otago. Our purpose is simple: Safe, Efficient, Reliable — Power to Communities.

We manage and maintain a vast distribution network on behalf of our network owners, ensuring communities have the energy they need today while preparing for the technologies and demands of tomorrow. Our people are at the heart of what we do — we value teamwork, innovation, and doing things right the first time.

We’re looking for an enthusiastic Electrical Engineer to join our Network Engineering team in Balclutha. If you enjoy solving complex engineering problems, using analytical tools, and contributing to real improvements in the electricity network, this is an outstanding opportunity to grow your career.

About the Role

In this role, you’ll support the planning, analysis, and optimisation of our electricity distribution network. You’ll work alongside experienced engineers to:

• Provide engineering support across substations, sub‑transmission, distribution, and reticulation systems
• Develop engineering work packages for capital and maintenance projects
• Build and maintain network models using industry‑leading tools (e.g., PowerFactory)
• Analyse data, interpret results, and deliver practical recommendations
• Support new customer connection enquiries, including distributed generation
• Assist with asset management planning, standards compliance, and project delivery

This role offers the perfect balance of technical development, variety, and positive community impact.

About You

We’re looking for someone who brings:

• A Bachelor of Engineering (Electrical)
• 12+ months experience in electrical distribution engineering
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
• Experience with simulation or power system analysis tools
• Excellent communication and relationship‑building skills
• A proactive, organised, and collaborative approach

If you’re motivated, eager to learn, and enjoy contributing to a supportive team, you’ll fit right in.

Why PowerNet?

At PowerNet, we offer more than just a job — we provide a workplace built on trust, teamwork, and genuine support, where your development is valued.

Enjoy a great range of benefits, including:

• Competitive remuneration
• Five weeks of annual leave
• Fully subsidised Southern Cross health insurance
• A comprehensive health and wellbeing programme
• A 9‑day fortnight option (a three‑day weekend every two weeks!)
• A supportive environment with ongoing professional development
• Relocation benefits for those moving to the region

Join Us

If you want to contribute to impactful engineering projects and be part of a team that takes pride in doing things right, we’d love to hear from you. Applications close 05 May 2026.