Electrical Design Engineer - ( 2600005W )

Description

Electrical Design Engineer

Stantec is a global leader in sustainable engineering, architecture, and environmental consulting. The diverse perspectives of our partners and interested parties drive us to think beyond what’s previously been done on critical issues like climate change, digital transformation, and future-proofing our cities and infrastructure.

We are designers, engineers, scientists, project managers, and strategic advisors. We innovate at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships to advance communities everywhere, so that together we can redefine what’s possible.

Stantec’s Buildings team in New Zealand delivers end-to-end projects for our clients, from feasibility and design through to construction, commissioning, and operation. Specialising in mission-critical facilities such as data centres and healthcare, our team of 100 brings expertise in mechanical, hydraulic, fire, civil, electrical, structural, and sustainability engineering to local projects. We’re proud to put user needs at the centre of every design.

Day to day tasks include:

• Understand and manage project deliverables, specifications, programme, and budget while ensuring services remain within the approved budget.

• Communicate project expectations clearly and coordinate activities across internal and external disciplines.

• Maintain timely and accurate communication with the client, including progress updates, change management, and addressing concerns.

• Assist with electrical engineering tasks including site investigations, reports, design, documentation, contract monitoring, and client representation.

• Respond to and document tender and construction queries in a timely manner.

• Use electrical design and office software effectively to support project delivery.

• Prepare schedules of quantities, estimates, and contract documentation.

• Continue developing technical knowledge to support the investigation, design, and construction phases of electrical engineering projects.

What you’ll bring:

• Bachelor of electrical engineering or relevant industry experience

• 3 – 5 years industry experience with sound technical knowledge

• Excellent communication and relationship management skills

• The ability to work independently and as part of a team

At Stantec, we take your growth and fulfilment seriously. We’re proud to offer many supportive benefits, including:

• Professional development and support

• Flexible working arrangements, including purchasing up to an extra four weeks of leave and provision for school term contracts, part-time, and job sharing

• Learning and talent development programmes, including global, online, and on-the-job opportunities

• Professional memberships

• Service recognition awards

• Mentorship

Wellbeing and connection opportunities

• Health insurance, income continuance insurance, and life insurance

• Employee assistance program

• Developing Professionals Group, a global network for those with under 10 years of experience

About Stantec

We’ve been serving our clients and communities in Aotearoa New Zealand for over 125 years. With almost 900 professionals, our team is based in the main cities and throughout the regions. We collaborate across disciplines and sectors to bring buildings, energy, water, environmental, and transport projects to life.

Globally, Stantec unites approximately 34,000 employees working in over 450 locations across six continents. Our work from initial project concept and planning through design, construction, and commissioning begins at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships.

Qualifications

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Primary Location : New Zealand-Canterbury-Christchurch

Organization : BC-3107 Buildings-NZ Acquisition COS

Employee Status : Regular

Job Level : Individual Contributor

Travel : No

Schedule : Full-time

Job Posting : Mar 10, 2026, 1:32:31 AM

Req ID: 2600005W

Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with local, state and federal laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. EEO including Disability/Protected Veterans