Location: Christchurch (Office-Based)
Employment Type: Full-Time (40 hours per week)
About the Role:
In this position, you will work closely with our Electrical Engineering design team, producing accurate and high-quality technical 2D CAD drawings for key projects within New Zealand’s power industry. Your role will involve:
- Creating and modifying technical drawings using AutoCAD
- Collaborating with designers and other team members to ensure project specifications are met
- Reviewing and revising drawings based on feedback and project requirements
- Maintaining accurate records of drawings and project documentation
- Assisting in design development where required
About You:
You’re an electrical engineering draughtsperson seeking an opportunity to grow your skills and advance your career, driven by a genuine passion for design drafting.
To be successful in this role, you should have/be:
- 1-5 yrs professional experience with AutoCAD 2D and are keen to deepen your expertise
- An understanding of basic electrical engineering principles (e.g. circuits, schematics, and symbols), with the ability to apply this knowledge to accurate 2D CAD drafting
- Can interpret technical drawings and specifications with confidence or eager to refine this skill
- Eager to grow – you’re looking for a role where you can develop your skills and progress your career in electrical design drafting
- Proficient in Microsoft 365 applications
- A keen eye for detail and a problem-solving mindset, ensuring accuracy in your work
- Strong written and verbal English skills, with the ability to communicate and collaborate effectively
- A reliable, team-oriented mindset and a positive can-do attitude
- A methodical approach to work
- New Zealand work rights and based in Christchurch
- Availability to start immediately (allowing for up to a 4-week notice period)
Benefits:
- Competitive remuneration, training & advancement opportunities
- Employee benefits including mobile phone plans, medical insurance, wellness benefits, funded work socials and events, and a flexible, modern work environment
- The opportunity to work for an employee-owned company with a 30-year track record of success, providing job stability and a culture where your contributions are valued
- Work on key projects in New Zealand’s power industry
- A workplace that encourages growth and development, offering hands-on experience, training, and mentorship from some of the best designers and engineers in the industry to help advance your career in design drafting
- A rewarding and supportive work environment
- A safe and healthy workplace
About Us: Niko Electrical Engineering is a leading engineering consultancy firm specialising in innovative infrastructure solutions. We pride ourselves on delivering high-quality services in power transmission, generation, distribution, and protection. Our clients include industry leaders like Transpower, Mercury, Genesis, Meridian, and Eastland Generation.
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Applications close Wednesday 29 July at Midnight.
If you have any questions – please email us at careers@niko.nz
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