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Engineering jobs in New Zealand.

499 open roles, 157 posted this week, most paying $125k to $125k a year. Apply directly with the employer, and tailor your CV to each one.

  • EngineeringYesterday
    Mount Maunganui, Bay of Plenty
    Full time

    Integrating RF systems · Evaluating radio technologies · Testing communication performance

    Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Communications Engineering or a related discipline; proven experience with RF communications, wireless systems or networked communication platforms; experience integrating communication systems into vehicles, robotics, aerospace, defence or industrial environments

    Relocation support
  • EngineeringYesterday
    New Zealand
    Part time

    Supporting AI research · Contributing engineering expertise · Explaining technical concepts

    3+ yrsNative or fluent English; Bachelor's degree or higher in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or related field; minimum 3 years of professional civil engineering experience

  • EngineeringYesterday
    New Zealand
    Part time

    Designing engineering problems · Evaluating AI models · Pressure-testing AI models

    5+ yrsFluent English reading and writing; PhD in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering or related field; 5+ years of post-graduate research or applied electrical engineering experience; proven track record at leading institutions

  • Engineering2 days ago

    Electrical Engineer

    Cushman & Wakefield · 5001+ employees

    A global commercial real estate services firm providing data centre operations and engineering support.

    Dunedin, Otago
    OnsiteFull timeMid level

    Providing engineering support · Developing switching schedules · Leading troubleshooting

    3+ yrsDegree in Electrical Engineering; 3+ years relevant experience in data centres, utilities, or industrial environments; advanced knowledge of MV/LV systems; current NZ electrical registration and practising licence strongly preferred; valid NZ working rights.

    Relocation support
  • EngineeringYesterday
    Hamilton, Waikato
    Full timeSenior

    Contributing to projects · Preparing design documentation · Coordinating drafters

    3+ yrsBachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, power systems, etc.; around 3–4 years’ practical high-voltage substation design experience; experience with cable and busbar sizing, secondary and controls, protection, and substation layouts; familiarity with IEC, IEEE and AS/NZS standards

  • EngineeringYesterday
    Auckland
    Full time

    Delivering earthing studies · Reviewing technical deliverables · Conducting site testing

    Electrical Engineering or related degree; experience delivering earthing studies; proficiency with CDEGS and PSCAD; full-time working rights in Australia or New Zealand

    Parental leave
  • EngineeringYesterday
    Christchurch, Canterbury
    Full time

    Designing mechanical solutions · Performing engineering calculations · Developing 3D models

    8+ yrsBachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Mechatronics Engineering or higher; 8+ years’ relevant engineering experience; hands-on manufacturing experience; strong CAD proficiency; understanding of mechanical engineering principles, materials and manufacturing processes

  • EngineeringYesterday

    Senior Electronics Engineer

    Gallagher Security

    Hamilton, Waikato
    Full time

    Designing electronic hardware · Developing and testing prototypes · Introducing products into production

    5+ yrsBachelor's degree in Electrical or Electronic Engineering (or similar); at least five years' experience in electronics hardware design; experience in product development and manufacturing environments; experience using PCB CAD design tools

  • EngineeringYesterday
    Wellington
    Full timeSenior

    Contributing to substation projects · Preparing design documentation · Coordinating drafters and checks

    3+ yrsRelevant electrical engineering bachelor’s degree; around 3–4 years’ practical high-voltage substation design experience in primary, secondary or protection design; experience with cable and busbar sizing, controls, protection and substation layouts; familiarity with IEC, IEEE and AS/NZS standards

  • EngineeringYesterday

    Technical Director Network Planning

    Mott MacDonald · 5001+ employees

    A global engineering consultancy delivering critical infrastructure and industrial projects.

    Auckland
    Full time

    Leading network strategies · Providing technical leadership · Advising water clients

    Degree in Civil, Environmental or Water Engineering, or a related discipline; extensive experience in stormwater and/or wastewater network planning; Chartered Professional Engineer or equivalent professional accreditation

    Generous leave
  • EngineeringYesterday

    Electrical Engineer

    Mott MacDonald · 5001+ employees

    A global engineering consultancy delivering critical infrastructure and industrial projects.

    Auckland
    Full time

    Assisting with electrical design · Contributing to calculations and reports · Participating in site visits

    3+ yrsDegree in Electrical Engineering or close to completion; 3-7 years of experience in the electrical industry in New Zealand

  • EngineeringYesterday

    Team Lead - Radio Frequency Engineer (Ground Segment)

    Rocket Lab · 1001-5000 employees

    An end-to-end space company building rockets, spacecraft, and critical subsystems.

    Auckland
    Full timeManages people

    Leading engineering teams · Owning ground station systems · Driving network upgrades

    7+ yrsBachelor's degree or higher in Electrical, Electronics, Communications, or RF Engineering (or equivalent); 7+ years of relevant technical and team lead experience; RF communications system design and test experience

  • EngineeringYesterday

    Electrical Engineer - Power

    WSP in New Zealand

    Hamilton, Waikato
    Full time

    Delivering electrical design · Providing technical advice · Supporting project delivery

    3+ yrsElectrical Engineering qualification; minimum three years’ professional experience with electrical systems; demonstrated experience in electrical design of HV or MV power systems; knowledge of New Zealand electrical codes and standards; experience using electrical design modelling software

  • EngineeringYesterday

    Manager - Power, Southern

    Beca · 1001-5000 employees

    An employee-owned consulting firm that develops and delivers solutions for clients, focusing on sustainability, innovation, and digital technologies.

    Christchurch, Canterbury
    Full timeManages people

    Leading engineering teams · Providing technical guidance · Strengthening client relationships

    Strong power sector background; experience delivering complex engineering or infrastructure projects; experience leading, mentoring and developing engineering professionals

  • EngineeringYesterday

    Senior Engineer - Water

    WSP in New Zealand

    Auckland
    Full time

    Delivering stormwater designs · Coordinating multidisciplinary projects · Liaising with stakeholders

    7+ yrsCPEng or equivalent (or nearing submission); minimum seven years’ professional experience designing stormwater infrastructure; proficiency in Civil 3D and/or 12D; current clean driver’s licence

  • Engineering2 days ago

    Chief Engineer

    Cushman & Wakefield · 5001+ employees

    A global commercial real estate services firm providing data centre operations and engineering support.

    Southland
    OnsiteFull timeSeniorManages people

    Leading engineering operations · Overseeing electrical systems · Managing maintenance strategies

    10+ yrsRelevant engineering degree or equivalent senior technical qualification; 10+ years in mission-critical environments with data centre experience; strong knowledge of LV/MV electrical, mechanical, and liquid-cooling systems; valid New Zealand working rights.

    Relocation support
  • Engineering2 days ago

    Mechanical Engineer

    Cushman & Wakefield · 5001+ employees

    A global commercial real estate services firm providing data centre operations and engineering support.

    Dunedin, Otago
    OnsiteFull timeMid level

    Supporting cooling systems · Reviewing maintenance procedures · Coordinating contractors

    3+ yrsDegree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent; 3+ years mechanical engineering experience in data centres or critical facilities; knowledge of HVAC, chilled-water systems, CDU and liquid cooling; valid New Zealand working rights.

    Relocation support
  • Engineering2 days ago

    Site Operations Manager

    Cushman & Wakefield · 5001+ employees

    A global commercial real estate services firm providing data centre operations and engineering support.

    Dunedin, Otago
    OnsiteFull timeSeniorManages people

    Managing site operations · Leading technical team · Coordinating maintenance

    10+ yrsBachelor's degree in Engineering, Facilities Management or relevant discipline; 10+ years in mission-critical environments; proven leadership of site operations and technical teams; knowledge of critical electrical and mechanical infrastructure; valid New Zealand working rights.

    Relocation support
  • Engineering2 days ago

    Mechanical Engineer

    Cushman & Wakefield · 5001+ employees

    A global commercial real estate services firm providing data centre operations and engineering support.

    Otago
    Full time

    Providing technical support · Reviewing maintenance procedures · Coordinating specialist contractors

    3+ yrsMechanical Engineering degree or equivalent recognised qualification; 3+ years' mechanical engineering experience in data centres, process cooling, industrial plants or similar critical facilities; valid New Zealand working rights

    Relocation support
  • Engineering2 days ago

    Chief Engineer

    Cushman & Wakefield · 5001+ employees

    A global commercial real estate services firm providing data centre operations and engineering support.

    Otago
    Full time

    Overseeing engineering operations · Developing operational procedures · Leading incident investigations

    10+ yrsRelevant engineering degree, professional registration or equivalent senior technical qualification; 10+ years' experience in mission-critical environments; data centre experience; valid New Zealand working rights

    Relocation support
  • Engineering2 days ago

    Operations Engineer - Surgery

    Fisher & Paykel Healthcare · 5001+ employees

    A world leader in designing, manufacturing, and marketing medical devices for respiratory care, acute care surgery, and sleep apnea treatment.

    Auckland
    Full time

    Supporting surgical products · Bringing products into production · Implementing operational solutions

    3+ yrsDegree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field; minimum 3 years of experience in medical device manufacturing

    Parental leave
  • Engineering2 days ago

    Electrical Engineer

    Cushman & Wakefield · 5001+ employees

    A global commercial real estate services firm providing data centre operations and engineering support.

    Otago
    Full time

    Supporting electrical infrastructure · Analysing electrical performance · Coordinating specialist contractors

    3+ yrsDegree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent recognised qualification; minimum 3 years of relevant electrical engineering experience; valid New Zealand working rights

    Relocation support
  • Engineering3 days ago

    Engineering Team Leader Bridge and Structures

    KiwiRail · 1001-5000 employees

    A rail and shipping company connecting New Zealand through sustainable services.

    Middleton, Canterbury
    OnsiteFull timeSeniorManages people

    Leading engineering team · Providing technical guidance · Managing resources

    7+ yrsRelevant tertiary engineering qualification with Chartered status; 7-10 years professional engineering experience; asset management experience; valid NZ driver's licence; ability to pass drug and alcohol screening.

  • Engineering2 days ago

    Planning & Engineering Practice Manager - Control Systems

    Transpower New Zealand Limited · 5001+ employees

    A government intelligence agency dedicated to protecting New Zealand and its people from security threats.

    Wellington+1 more
    HybridFull timeSeniorManages people

    Leading technical specialists · Managing engineering practices · Building stakeholder relationships

    Proven people leadership and line management; experience leading technical support functions; developing technical policies and governance; tertiary qualification in engineering, IT, or computer science; existing eligibility to work in New Zealand.

  • Engineering2 days ago

    Associate Geospatial Engineer

    New Zealand Transport Agency · 1001-5000 employees

    A government agency focused on transport system development and portfolio management.

    Auckland+3 more
    OnsiteFull timeMid level

    Supporting geospatial platforms · Delivering spatial solutions · Contributing to standards

    Experience with ESRI suite, Web AppBuilder, ArcGIS Maps SDK for JavaScript; enterprise geospatial platform support; spatial databases (Microsoft SQL Server); FME; software development practices; legal right to work in New Zealand.

    Generous leave
  • Engineering3 days ago

    Building Surveyor (Project Assessment) | Auckland North

    Auckland Council · 1001-5000 employees

    A local government council providing planning and resource consent services for the Auckland region.

    Albany, Auckland
    $91k-$107k a yearHybridFull timeSenior

    Assessing building consents · Providing technical advice · Managing case files

    5+ yrsNational Diploma in Building Control Surveying (Level 6) or equivalent; 5+ years industry experience in residential/commercial projects; extensive knowledge of Building Act and NZ Building Code; RES 3 competency preferred.

    Retirement savings
  • Engineering2 days ago

    Associate Geospatial Engineer

    New Zealand Transport Agency · 5001+ employees

    A government intelligence agency dedicated to protecting New Zealand and its people from security threats.

    Auckland
    OnsiteFull timeMid level

    Designing geospatial solutions · Maintaining geospatial services · Supporting technical documentation

    Experience with ESRI suite, Web AppBuilder, ArcGIS Maps SDK for JavaScript, spatial databases (Microsoft SQL Server), FME, and software development practices; legal right to work in New Zealand.

    Generous leave
  • Engineering2 days ago

    Associate Geospatial Engineer

    NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi

    New Plymouth, Taranaki
    Full time

    Supporting geospatial services · Developing spatial solutions · Improving engineering practices

    Geospatial and web mapping exposure (ESRI suite, Web AppBuilder, ArcGIS Maps SDK for JavaScript); enterprise platform and spatial ETL exposure; spatial database experience; software development, integration and version-control knowledge; legal right to work in New Zealand.

    Generous leave
  • Engineering2 days ago
    Wellington
    Full time

    Conducting engineering investigations · Developing water designs · Managing project deliverables

    5+ yrsRelevant tertiary qualification in engineering or a related discipline; CPEng accreditation or substantially ready to submit an application; current clean driver licence

About engineering jobs in New Zealand

There are 499 roles open for engineering jobs in New Zealand on the SmartCVs job board, 157 of them posted in the last week, all from employers' own career sites.

Of these, 464 full time, 5 part time and 34 hybrid or remote.

Where the ad shows a salary, most pay $125k to $125k a year.

Most are in Auckland (213), Canterbury (72) and Wellington (58).

8 ads say the employer will support a visa.

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How many engineering jobs in New Zealand are there right now?

There are 499 roles open for engineering jobs in New Zealand on the SmartCVs job board, 157 of them posted in the last week, all from employers' own career sites.

How much do engineering jobs in New Zealand pay?

Where the ad shows a salary, most engineering jobs in New Zealand pay $125k to $125k a year. Not every ad shows one, so check each job, and use the Salary filter to see only the ones that do.

Where are most engineering jobs in New Zealand?

Right now, most are in Auckland (213), Canterbury (72) and Wellington (58). Open a region to see its engineering jobs.

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