THE ROLE
As an Electrical Design Engineer/Estimator, you will be based in either Waikato or Tauranga. You will be part of Downer’s Engineering Solutions Division and report to the Northern Design Manager. In this role, you will work on projects related to our electricity distribution agreements in Downer Energy’s Northern Region. We collaborate with electrical distributors across the North Island to deliver design and estimation services to various clients.
You will be a key team member responsible for designing and estimating asset renewal projects, customer-initiated projects, major tenders, and defect resolutions. Expect to provide high-quality engineering design, estimation services, and quotations. You will also manage projects to ensure they meet specifications, stay within budget, and are completed within agreed timeframes.
Some of the key responsibilities include:
- Offer high-quality engineering design and estimation services, including providing quotations.
- Perform quality audits of onsite work to ensure compliance with contract documents, design and construction standards, legislation, regulations, and network operating standards.
- Provide detailed scopes of work, proposals, reports, handover packages and commissioning documents.
- Oversee projects according to specifications, budget, and deadlines. Ensure resources are efficiently coordinated with the project plan.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
ABOUT YOU
- Knowledge of electricity distribution networks is essential with design & pricing experience.
- You could be an experienced Line Mechanic, Cable Jointer, or Electrician looking to advance your career into design.
- Alternatively, you may be an experienced Electrical Engineer or Designer/Estimator in the power distribution industry, ready to make an immediate impact.
- Good communication skills with the ability to engage with key stakeholders up and downstream.
OUR OFFER
- A highly supportive, team-orientated organisation that is well-resourced.
- Competitive remuneration from a significant ASX-listed company with training & development programs designed to elevate you to Design Management and beyond.
- There are structured career paths with the opportunity to work in different areas of the Utilities business, supported by a robust Commercial Operating Model.
- A suite of health and wellness benefits and initiatives, including EAP, Beyond Blue and health insurance discounts.
- Access to Perks@Downer, which offers discounts and savings on various products, including retail items, travel deals, and entertainment options.
ABOUT US
Downer is a leading infrastructure group that connects industries and communities with vital infrastructure. It strongly focuses on Transport, Utilities, Facilities, and Asset Services and is responsible for creating, operating, and maintaining public and private assets that serve millions daily. Downer Group is an employer that acknowledges and embraces the importance of our people's diverse experiences, talents, and cultures. As an inclusive employer, we welcome applications from everyone.
For more information, please get in touch with Ryan Delon, Recruitment & Sourcing Business Partner, at ryan.delon@downergroup.com
Notice to Third Parties: Downer does not accept unsolicited resumes, fees, or costs from recruitment agencies, search firms, or third parties. Candidates are welcome to submit their applications via the advertisement.
