Principal Engineer Substations

Jora New Zealand will close on 9th September 2026. Thank you for being with us, we are cheering you on as you continue your career journey. At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good. The energy transition is driving some of the most significant investments New Zealand's electricity network has seen in decades. At Jacobs, we're delivering the transmission and substation projects enabling that future and we're looking for a Principal Substation Engineer to help lead the way. This opportunity exists for a senior technical person experienced in Primary, Secondary or Protection looking to influence major substation projects, solve complex engineering challenges and help shape the future of our growing APAC Transmission & Distribution business. Here's What You'll Do Lead and review MV/HV substation designs (22kV-220kV). Provide technical leadership across concept, detailed design and design assurance. Act as a trusted advisor to utilities, developers and infrastructure clients. Support major pursuits, bids and strategic client engagements. Mentor engineers and champion technical excellence. Influence project outcomes, standards and best practice across the wider team. Here's what you'll need CPEng registration, or the ability to obtain it Expertise in Primary, Secondary or Protection Engineering A solid understanding of New Zealand utility standards and requirements Demonstrated technical judgement and client-facing experience A collaborative approach and passion for developing others Why Jacobs? Major transmission and energy transition projects Access to local and global technical specialists Influence over technical direction and project delivery Flexible ways of working A team that values expertise, collaboration and continuous growth Cultural Support: Māori and Pasifika peoples are strongly encouraged to apply. Jacobs aims to provide cultural safety at our interviews. Māori and Pasifika people are invited to nominate a Whanau, family or cultural representative to participate on the interview panel; please let your recruiter know in your application. We value collaboration and believe that in-person interactions are crucial for both our culture and client delivery. We empower employees with our hybrid working policy, allowing them to split their work week between Jacobs offices/projects and remote locations enabling them to deliver their best work. Your application experience is important to us, and we're keen to adapt to make every interaction even better. If you require further support or reasonable adjustments with regards to the recruitment process (for example, you require the application form in a different format), please contact the team via Careers Support. Locations Christchurch - All NZ Regions - New Zealand Wellington - All NZ Regions - New Zealand #J-18808-Ljbffr