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Project engineer jobs in New Zealand.

27 open roles, 6 posted this week. Apply directly with the employer, and tailor your CV to each one.

  • Engineering3 days ago

    Project Engineer - LPG (Intermediate to Senior level)

    Firstgas · 201-1000 employees

    A New Zealand energy company delivering gas and developing renewable energy projects.

    Auckland+1 more
    OnsiteFull timeSenior

    Leading engineering projects · Providing technical advice · Managing engineering risk

    7+ yrsRelevant engineering qualification (Bachelor of Engineering Mechanical, NZCE or equivalent); 7-10 years engineering experience in gas, petrochemical or similar industry; strong project and contractor management; knowledge of engineering regulations and process safety.

    Generous leave
  • Project management4 days ago
    Auckland

    Supporting project delivery · Developing work packs · Managing project costs

    5+ yrsCivil Engineering degree; approximately 5+ years' experience in civil construction or infrastructure projects

  • Engineering4 days ago

    Senior Project Engineer - LPG (Auckland or New Plymouth)

    Rockgas · 201-1000 employees

    A New Zealand energy company delivering gas and developing renewable energy projects.

    Auckland
    Full time

    Maintaining LPG asset integrity · Leading engineering projects · Managing process safety compliance

    10+ yrsRelevant engineering qualification; around 10+ years’ engineering experience in gas, petrochemical or a similar industry; project and contractor management experience; knowledge of engineering regulations, codes and standards; experience with process safety and risk assessment methodologies

    Generous leave
  • Engineering4 days ago

    Project Engineer NZ

    Air Liquide · 5001+ employees

    A world leader in gases, technologies and services for industry and health.

    Auckland
    Full time

    Controlling project costs · Engaging customer stakeholders · Auditing safety assessments

    3+ yrsBachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering; 3–5 years’ experience in project implementation, commercial customer management, and gas equipment maintenance; proficiency in AutoCAD

  • Engineering4 days ago

    Project Engineer

    Archway Recruitment

    Napier, Hawke's Bay
    Full time

    Delivering civil projects · Coordinating site engineering · Ensuring project compliance

    Proven project engineering experience on civil infrastructure, bulk earthworks, marine or land development projects; relevant engineering qualification or career history in civil infrastructure; full New Zealand working rights

  • Engineering5 days ago
    Waikato
    Full time

    Leading capital projects · Managing project execution · Providing technical expertise

    Mechanical Engineering degree; extensive experience in industrial environments; legal right to work in New Zealand

    Retirement savings
  • Project management7 days ago

    Project Engineer

    Alliance Group Limited · 1001-5000 employees

    A values-driven organization in the meat industry focused on developing people and continuous improvement.

    Invercargill, Southland
    Full time

    Leading capital projects · Developing project plans · Overseeing project commissioning

    Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related discipline; proven experience delivering engineering, project management or capital projects in manufacturing; legal right to work in New Zealand

    Generous leave
  • Engineering8 days ago

    Project Engineer

    Waimakariri District Council

    Rangiora, Canterbury
    Full time

    Delivering capital works · Managing infrastructure projects · Coordinating project stakeholders

    3+ yrsQualified Civil or Natural Resources Engineer, or relevant tertiary qualification with engineering expertise; 3+ years delivering civil, water, wastewater, or stormwater infrastructure projects; knowledge of NZS 3910 contract administration; three waters design and construction experience; eligible to work in New Zealand

  • Engineering9 days ago

    Senior Project Engineer (Mechanical) - Site Based

    Beca · 1001-5000 employees

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

    Glenbrook, Auckland
    Full time

    Leading capital projects · Managing project delivery · Coordinating equipment installation

    Mechanical Engineering qualification; experience delivering capital projects in heavy industrial or manufacturing environments; eligibility to work in New Zealand

  • Engineering12 days ago

    Project Engineer - Powder Handling

    Tetra Pak · 5001+ employees

    A global company committed to making food safe and available everywhere, protecting food, people, and the planet.

    Hamilton, Waikato
    Full time

    Developing concept designs · Creating mechanical drawings · Commissioning powder projects

    3+ yrsPowder food process design expertise; process equipment/machinery design knowledge; functional specifications writing experience; flow element sizing skills; SAP cost-management awareness; 3–5 years engineering experience; mechanical or process engineering degree or NZCE diploma

  • Engineering12 days ago

    Project Engineer

    Isaac Group · 201-1000 employees

    A construction company delivering civil infrastructure projects across New Zealand.

    Christchurch, Canterbury
    OnsiteFull timeMid level

    Delivering civil projects · Solving problems · Coordinating with site teams

    Civil Engineering degree, experience in civil construction, strong technical and practical skills, confidence with crews and stakeholders, legal right to work in New Zealand.

  • Construction16 days ago

    Senior Project Engineer

    Icon · 5001+ employees

    A global clinical research organization supporting sponsor-dedicated trials and advancing treatments.

    Auckland
    Full timeSenior

    Coordinating project delivery · Managing procurement · Coordinating subcontractors

    5+ yrsProject coordination experience in a large construction team; tertiary degree; 5–10 years’ experience in large-scale vertical build projects; large-scale vertical build project experience from $70m

    Parental leaveGenerous leave
  • Engineering16 days ago

    Project Engineer - Civil/Mechanical

    Metlen Energy & Metals · 5001+ employees

    A global industrial and energy company leading the green energy transition with innovative solutions.

    Edgecumbe, Bay of Plenty
    OnsiteFull timeContractMid level

    Providing site engineering leadership · Coordinating contractors · Conducting site inspections

    Support safe, compliant delivery of civil works on large-scale solar farm projects; provide on-site engineering leadership for civil and mechanical scopes; coordinate contractors; ensure quality and HSE compliance.

  • Construction18 days ago

    Senior Project Engineer

    Fulton Hogan · 5001+ employees

    A construction company focused on infrastructure, community wellbeing, and sustainable delivery.

    Auckland
    Full timeSenior

    Leading project teams · Overseeing site operations · Managing project documentation

    5+ yrsBachelor of Civil Engineering or similar tertiary qualification; around 5+ years' experience delivering mid to large-scale roading or civil construction projects

    Parental leaveRetirement savings
  • Project management19 days ago

    Project Engineer - Site Based

    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 time

    Delivering sustaining projects · Managing project delivery · Building client relationships

    Tertiary qualification in Mechanical, Electrical or Process Engineering; experience managing projects, including scope, programme, cost and risk

  • Engineering19 days ago

    Advanced Project Engineer

    Honeywell Technologies

    Christchurch, Canterbury
    Full time

    Delivering project engineering · Coordinating stakeholder requirements · Commissioning automation projects

    Engineering degree or trade qualification with considerable experience in electrical, electronic, mechatronics or ICT; demonstrated experience with BMS, electronic security or industrial controls (PLC/SCADA)

  • Engineering19 days ago

    Project Engineer - Amberly Wind Farm

    Fulton Hogan · 5001+ employees

    A construction company focused on infrastructure, community wellbeing, and sustainable delivery.

    Christchurch, Canterbury
    Full time

    Leading site engineering delivery · Managing project logistics · Coordinating subcontractors and suppliers

    Project Engineer-level experience on civil infrastructure projects; strong logistics and coordination skills; heavy civil structures experience; flexibility to travel and work outside the wider Christchurch area

    Parental leaveRetirement savings
  • Engineering19 days ago

    Project Engineer - Structures

    Fulton Hogan · 5001+ employees

    A construction company focused on infrastructure, community wellbeing, and sustainable delivery.

    Auckland
    Full timeSeniorManages people

    Managing teams and subcontractors · Planning construction works · Providing technical advice

    5+ yrsBachelor's degree in Civil Engineering at NZQF Level 7+; 5 years' Structures / Heavy Civil experience; experience delivering reinforced concrete, bridges, treatment plants or pipelines; proven experience in programming and managing budgets

    Parental leave
  • Engineering19 days ago

    Project Engineer - Construction

    Higgins · 5001+ employees

    A leading New Zealand building products business focused on supply planning and operational excellence.

    Bay of Plenty
    Full time

    Coordinating project resources · Monitoring project costs · Maintaining project documentation

    Relevant tertiary qualification, professional accreditation or equivalent practical experience; civil engineering experience; knowledge of NZ legislation, industry standards and project requirements; experience developing project plans and coordinating people, resources and information; confidence using Microsoft Office; current full driver licence

    Relocation supportRetirement savings
  • Engineering19 days ago

    Advanced Project Engineer

    Honeywell · 5001+ employees

    A global automation company providing solutions for building, industrial, and process sectors.

    Christchurch, Canterbury+5 more
    OnsiteFull timeMid level

    Engineering projects · Commissioning systems · Coordinating stakeholders

    Engineering degree or trade qualification with considerable experience in electrical, electronic, mechatronics, or ICT; demonstrated experience in BMS, electronic security, or industrial controls (PLC/SCADA); strong communication and stakeholder engagement.

  • Engineering20 days ago

    Project Engineer - Electrical

    Downer · 5001+ employees

    A leading provider of integrated services in Australia and New Zealand, planning, creating, and sustaining assets and infrastructure.

    Wellington
    Full time

    Planning electrical works · Coordinating system integration · Commissioning electrical systems

    5+ yrsBachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering; 5+ years' experience delivering electrical systems in construction, infrastructure, or industrial/process projects; experience with switchboards, MCCs, power distribution, cabling, instrumentation, control systems, testing, energisation, and commissioning

  • Engineering20 days ago

    Project Engineer - Electrical

    Downer · 5001+ employees

    A leading provider of integrated services in Australia and New Zealand, planning, creating, and sustaining assets and infrastructure.

    Wellington
    Full time

    Planning electrical works · Coordinating system interfaces · Overseeing electrical installation

    5+ yrsBachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering; 5+ years' experience delivering electrical systems in construction, infrastructure, or industrial/process projects; experience with switchboards, MCCs, power distribution, cabling, instrumentation, control systems, testing, and commissioning

  • Engineering23 days ago

    Project Engineer Mechanical

    Downer · 5001+ employees

    A leading provider of integrated services in Australia and New Zealand, planning, creating, and sustaining assets and infrastructure.

    Wellington
    Full time

    Coordinating mechanical installations · Overseeing system commissioning · Managing project interfaces

    3+ yrsBachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering; 3–7 years' mechanical construction or infrastructure experience; mechanical plant installation experience; commissioning and testing knowledge; technical drawing interpretation; water, wastewater, or process plant experience; multidisciplinary coordination; procurement, subcontractor, and OEM/vendor coordination experience

  • Engineering24 days ago

    Project Engineer - 3 Waters

    Stratford District Council - Te Kaunihera ā Rohe o Whakaahurangi

    Stratford, Taranaki
    Full timeSenior

    Planning water infrastructure projects · Managing project delivery · Supporting asset management planning

    Relevant tertiary qualification in Engineering or a related discipline; experience in project delivery, 3 Waters, asset management, or local government infrastructure projects

  • Engineering25 days ago

    Project Engineer 3 Waters

    Goodman Fielder New Zealand

    Palmerston North, Manawatū-Whanganui
    ContractSenior

    Designing 3 waters roadmaps · Preparing feasibility studies · Supporting bore drilling

    Engineering qualification (Civil, Environmental, Mechanical, or Process); experience with project organization, cost estimation and scheduling; experience with brown field project delivery and 3 waters projects; experience with AutoCAD for 2D layouts and P&IDs

  • Engineering26 days ago

    Senior Project Engineer

    Watercare Services Limited

    Auckland
    Full time

    Conducting construction supervision · Reviewing construction documentation · Supporting contract management

    7+ yrsAt least seven years’ experience in construction, infrastructure or water engineering; relevant tertiary qualification; full New Zealand driver licence

    Parental leave
  • Engineering30 days ago

    Civil Project Engineer

    Fulton Hogan · 5001+ employees

    A construction company focused on infrastructure, community wellbeing, and sustainable delivery.

    Queenstown, Otago
    Full time

    Coordinating engineering activities · Managing project documentation · Monitoring project progress

    5+ yrsTertiary qualification in Engineering; minimum 5 years’ experience in civil construction, infrastructure, or contracting; experience supporting civil infrastructure project delivery; full Class 1 Driver Licence

    Parental leaveRetirement savings

About project engineer jobs in New Zealand

There are 27 roles open for project engineer jobs in New Zealand on the SmartCVs job board, 6 of them posted in the last week, all from employers' own career sites.

Of these, 25 full time.

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