Electrical Engineer

Location: Taranaki, New Zealand

We are looking for an Electrical Engineer to join our growing engineering team!

• Reporting to the Engineering Lead, this role provides electrical engineering expertise across Hiringa’s renewable hydrogen projects and associated energy infrastructure.
• You will contribute across the full project lifecycle, from concept and design through to construction, commissioning and operational support. The role has a particular focus on high-voltage (HV) and grid-connected electrical infrastructure, supporting the development of hydrogen production facilities, refuelling stations and renewable energy assets.
• This is an exciting opportunity to work on first-of-their-kind projects that are helping to decarbonise transport and industry.

What you’ll be doing

You will contribute electrical engineering expertise across multiple projects and initiatives, including:

Electrical Engineering & Design

• Deliver electrical engineering design for HV and LV systems across hydrogen production facilities, refuelling stations and renewable energy assets

• Develop and review electrical documentation including Single Line Diagrams (SLDs), protection philosophies, load studies and technical specifications

• Provide expertise on high-voltage AC systems, including switchgear, protection, earthing and network integration

• Support grid connection processes, including engagement with network service providers and regulatory authorities

• Ensure designs comply with relevant New Zealand and Australian electrical standards

Project Delivery

• Support projects through concept, design, procurement, construction and commissioning phases

• Review engineering deliverables from consultants and contractors

• Contribute to technical decision-making to ensure projects achieve performance, safety, cost and schedule objectives

Technical Assurance

• Participate in engineering design reviews and hazard identification processes

• Contribute to risk assessments and safety studies for electrical systems

• Ensure systems are designed with operability, maintainability and safety in mind

About You

We’re open to candidates with intermediate through to more experienced electrical engineering backgrounds, particularly those with exposure to HV or industrial power systems.

You will bring:

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering

• Around 5+ years’ experience in electrical engineering

• Experience with high-voltage electrical infrastructure, such as protection systems, switchgear or grid connections

• Experience delivering electrical design within energy, infrastructure, renewable or industrial projects

• Experience working with engineering consultants and contractors

Experience in the following areas would be advantageous:

• Renewable energy projects

• Hydrogen production or industrial process facilities

• Grid connection processes in New Zealand or Australia

What will make you successful

You will thrive in this role if you are someone who:

• Enjoys solving complex technical problems

• Takes ownership and accountability for delivering outcomes

• Works well with a wide range of stakeholders and disciplines

• Is adaptable and comfortable working in a fast-growing company environment

• Is motivated by contributing to the energy transition

Why join Hiringa?

At Hiringa, you will be part of a team working on projects that are pioneering the hydrogen economy in Australasia. We are a passionate, collaborative group committed to building infrastructure that will make a meaningful difference to emissions reduction.

You’ll have the opportunity to work on innovative projects, develop your expertise in emerging energy technologies, and contribute to building a zero-emissions future.

If you would like to play a role in shaping the future of clean energy, we would love to hear from you!