Vector Limited

Energy

ProjectEngineer

$95–135k ~AI est. Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand FULL TIME
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for mid candidates.

The Brief

“Project Engineer at Vector Limited. Skills: Project delivery, Technical leadership, Design validation, Stakeholder management. Support capital investment delivery. Act as technical lead”

What You'll Achieve.

Enhance reliability; Enhance customer experience; Drive sustainability; Drive efficiency

Industry & Context.

Energy

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Bachelor of Engineering, Electrical engineering foundation, 3-5 years project engineering experience, Proven design review exposure, Proven delivery environment exposure, Contribute meaningfully to project outcomes, Technical capability, Review designs, Lead technical discussions, Ensure quality and compliance, Confident stakeholder engagement skills, Communicate technical concepts clearly, Influence outcomes, Work collaboratively, Proactive approach, Take ownership, Contribute ideas, Thrive in fast-paced environment

Nice to Have

Experience in electricity distribution, Experience in energy sector

What You'll Do.

Support capital investment delivery

Act as technical lead

Review engineering outputs

Validate engineering outputs

Ensure designs translated to construction

Maintain technical assurance

Conduct site inspections

Perform quality checks

Lead technical discussions

Coordinate design activities

Stay involved on-site

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Project teams; Internal teams; External consultants; Internal teams and external partners

Communication Scope

Communicate technical concepts

Process & Methodology

Project delivery, Capital investment

Full Job Description

Innovation at the core. Powering a smarter future. At Vector, we believe innovation is the key to a cleaner, more connected future. By embracing new ideas, forging strong partnerships and pioneering technologies that make energy more resilient and accessible, we’re setting new standards for our customers, and our industry. [Learn more](https://youtu.be/TY68BFUfauU) about how Vector is reshaping the energy sector through collaborations with the biggest names globally. Vector: Pioneering the future of energy. * We collaborate globally - with leaders like X The Moonshot Factory, to bring cutting-edge technologies home. From innovative AI-driven grid management to advanced renewable integration, we’re shaping the future of energy. * Our network isn’t just keeping up, it’s evolving – with predictive analytics, automation and digital tools that enhance reliability and customer experience. * Sharing innovation – we offer technologies and business solutions across Auckland and the world, to help others embrace smarter energy systems that drive sustainability and efficiency. If you’re passionate about building a cleaner, more connected future, join us. The future isn’t waiting – we’re building it now. The role In this Project Engineer role, you’ll sit within Vector’s Capital Programme Delivery team, supporting the delivery of capital investment across Auckland’s electricity network. Acting as the technical lead within project teams, you’ll work closely with project managers and design partners to manage the design phase, review and validate engineering outputs, and ensure designs are translated effectively into construction. You’ll also play a key role in maintaining technical assurance across the project lifecycle, including site inspections, quality checks, and verifying compliance with Vector and industry standards. This is a hands-on role that blends technical engineering with real-world delivery. You’ll lead technical discussions, coordinate design activities across int

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