Principal Substation Protection Engineer

Jacobs Engineering Group

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Market

Energy & Power

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.

Your impact

The energy transition presents unprecedented opportunities, and Jacobs' Energy and Power business is at the forefront of this transformation in the Asia-Pacific region. We are experiencing significant growth, collaborating with both new and established clients to deliver innovative solutions that accelerate the shift towards sustainable energy.

Our portfolio encompasses a diverse range of clients and projects and by integrating cutting-edge technologies, we are actively contributing to the development of a cleaner, more resilient energy infrastructure. Our comprehensive approach addresses the complex challenges of the energy transition, positioning Jacobs as a key partner in shaping the future of power generation and distribution.

We're seeking forward thinking professionals who are passionate about driving the energy transition and making a lasting impact. Our commitment is to provide innovative answers that not only meet but anticipate the evolving needs of our clients and communities. By joining our team, you'll be at the forefront of shaping a more sustainable energy future for New Zealand and beyond. As we expand our capabilities and forge new partnerships, Jacobs remains dedicated to delivering:

  • Sustainable energy solutions
  • Efficient power systems
  • Reliable infrastructure

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.

Here's what you'll need

We're seeking a Principal Substation Protection Engineer to lead and deliver consultancy engineering services in High Voltage Transmission & Distribution. This exciting opportunity to join our diverse team in New Zealand offers flexible work arrangements available in Auckland, Christchurch, or Wellington, open to either full time or part time options. Here's an overview of some of the interesting aspects of this role:

  • Deliver High Voltage power transmission consultancy services, specialising in High Voltage Substation Protection design schemes for Transmission & Distribution utilities.
  • Manage and contribute to a diverse portfolio of tier 1 projects, from concept design through to construction, including:
    • Utility infrastructure
    • Renewable energy connections
    • Data center connections
    • Green and brownfield developments
  • Provide technical expertise during the sales process and cultivate strong client relationships.
  • Conduct and supervise technical assessments across various projects, ensuring the highest quality of technical outputs.
  • Foster a collaborative learning environment by supporting fellow engineers, offering mentorship, and engaging in continuous professional development.
  • Support the future of our Substation Protection technical practice through thought leadership, innovative insights, and alignment with Jacobs' strategic goals.

Jacobs. A world where you can.

At Jacobs, we support your personal life and career journeys. From our inclusive employee networks to our positive mental health champions, we're committed to driving a culture of caring where you can be you. With safety and flexibility always top of mind, we've gone beyond traditional ways of working to help you uncover a working arrangement that delivers the flexibility, tools and space to maximise your potential.

We're the 2023 winners of the Consult Australia People First Award for our suite of employee benefits that support all our employees in all stages of their personal and professional lives.

For the 6th consecutive year, we've been named an Employer of Choice for Gender Equality by the Workplace Gender Equality Agency (Australia). In New Zealand, we're a founding member of The Diversity Agenda and are committed to making our industry more inclusive and diverse. We acknowledge the unique status of Māori as the indigenous people of Aotearoa and have a continued focus in building cultural understanding and competence in Te Ao Māori.

Our Bronze Employer status in the Australian Workplace Equality Index for LGBTI+ inclusion recognises our progress in creating an environment where our Jacobs employees can bring their whole selves to work.

We aim to embed inclusion and diversity in everything we do. We know that if we're inclusive, we're more connected, and if diverse, we're more creative. We accept people for who they are, regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marital status, mental health, race, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and whether you're pregnant or on family leave. This is reflected in our eight global Jacobs employee networks centred on driving inclusion and diversity – ACE, Careers, Enlace, Harambee, OneWorld, Prism, Vetnet, and our Women’s Network – find out more about our Jacobs Employee Networks here.

No matter what drives you, you'll discover a way to cultivate, nurture and achieve your goals – all at a single global company.

We’re an equal-opportunity employer and encourage candidates of diverse backgrounds to apply. 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.

Accessibility

Please contact the team if you require support or reasonable adjustments regarding our recruitment process (for example, you need the application form in a different format).

Don't meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people from marginalised or underrepresented backgrounds are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every qualification. At Jacobs, we're dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align with every requirement in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be the right candidate for this or other roles.

Please note: If you are being represented by a recruitment agency you will not be considered, to be considered you will need to apply directly to Jacobs.

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