Electrical Designer

We are looking for a permanent full-time experienced Electrical Designer to join our team delivering meaningful projects across the Renewable Energy, Thermal Energy, Water and Power sectors.

This role offers the opportunity to be involved from concept through to detailed design and construction support, contributing to critical infrastructure and energy transition projects that have a real impact.

About the Role

As an Electrical Designer, you will play a key role in producing high-quality electrical design deliverables and supporting project teams across a diverse range of industrial and infrastructure projects.

Worley is a global company of energy, chemicals and resources experts headquartered in Australia. We partner with our customers to deliver projects and create value across the life of their assets. We specialize in consulting, engineering, procurement and construction across the project lifecycle, with services extending through to operations and decommissioning. Leveraging extensive experience and AI-enabled delivery, we support customers in navigating complexity as they meet today's needs and transition to more sustainable solutions.

In New Zealand, we have six offices spread across the country and work for a diverse range of clients focused on the energy, water, power and industrial sectors. We love solving complex problems and are involved from the first stages of engineering and consulting through to installation and commissioning.

What You'll Do

• Develop electrical drawings, documentation, models and layouts.
• Prepare cable schedules, wiring diagrams, termination drawings and equipment layouts.
• Support LV and MV electrical design activities.
• Participate in multidisciplinary design reviews and coordination.
• Apply relevant standards, client requirements and safety principles.
• Provide design support during procurement, construction and commissioning.
• Contribute to a safe and sustainable working environment by supporting Worley’s health, safety and environmental requirements.

You will be someone who enjoys practical design work, communicates well, and takes pride in delivering clear, accurate and well-coordinated electrical design outputs.

What You'll Have

• Experience in one or more of the following sectors\: renewable energy, thermal energy, water and wastewater, power generation, transmission or distribution.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD and/or other electrical design software.
• Experience preparing electrical design documentation and construction deliverables.
• Sound understanding of electrical design principles and relevant industry standards.
• Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively with engineers, designers, clients and project stakeholders.

Additional Experience That Would Be Advantageous

• HV/LV power systems, substations and switchgear.
• Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS).
• 3D modelling and digital engineering tools.

Why Join Us

• The opportunity to contribute to nationally significant infrastructure and energy projects.
• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements.
• A varied project portfolio across established and emerging sectors.
• Support for professional development and career growth.
• A collaborative and supportive team environment.
• Competitive remuneration and employee benefits.
• Ability to purchase additional leave.
• 22 weeks gender-neutral paid parental leave for primary carers.

Moving Forward Together

We want our people to be energized and empowered to drive sustainable impact. Our focus is on a values-inspired culture that unlocks brilliance through belonging, connection and innovation. We're building a diverse, inclusive and respectful workplace, creating a space where everyone feels they belong, can be themselves, and are heard.

And we're not just talking about it; we're doing it. We're reskilling our people, leveraging transferable skills, and supporting the transition of our workforce to become experts in today's low-carbon energy infrastructure and technology.

Whatever your ambition, there's a path for you here. And there's no barrier to your potential career success. Join us to broaden your horizons, explore diverse opportunities, and be part of delivering sustainable change.