Senior or Associate Earthing Engineer

About the Role

Jacobs is committed to innovating and solving critical challenges for thriving cities, resilient environments, and scientific advancements around the globe. We are currently seeking a talented Senior or Associate Earthing Engineer to join our specialized consultancy team based in New Zealand or Australia. This is a unique opportunity to work alongside respected experts and contribute to diverse projects across Australia, New Zealand, and internationally. We welcome applicants eager to deepen their expertise in earthing within the high voltage (HV) sector.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform earthing studies and design tasks encompassing Earthing & Bonding, Lightning Performance, Earth Potential Rise (EPR), Low Frequency Induction (LFI), Electric and Magnetic Fields (EMF), and Electromagnetic Interference (EMI).
• Lead or assist in producing top-quality technical deliverables by utilizing software like CDEGS and PSCAD.
• Serve as a technical lead by reviewing and validating work to ensure quality and technical excellence.
• Support business development efforts by collaborating with Client Account Managers to win new projects.
• Provide mentorship and skill development support to junior engineers, helping to strengthen the team's capabilities in earthing and electromagnetic studies.
• Carry out site visits and testing, including soil resistivity measurement, current injection tests, and EMF/EMI monitoring.
• Work closely with Project Managers and Section Leaders to deliver technically sound and commercially viable projects.
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships across public and private sectors.
• Although team leadership is not mandatory, candidates with leadership experience may undertake responsibilities such as workload distribution, staff coaching, onboarding, and fostering team engagement for about 10–15% of their role.

Candidate Profile

• Holds a degree in Electrical Engineering or an equivalent field.
• Has experience conducting earthing studies in sectors including substations, transmission, rail, water, mining, airports, industrial operations, or other critical infrastructure.
• Proficient in using industry-standard software tools such as CDEGS and PSCAD.
• Possesses strong technical writing abilities, effective communication to stakeholders, and report preparation experience.
• Demonstrates a commitment to maintaining quality standards and managing risks effectively.
• Experienced in mentoring junior engineers and fostering teamwork.
• Exhibits a collaborative approach, capable of working across globally distributed teams.
• Willing to perform fieldwork, including site inspections and testing activities.
• Leadership or people management expertise is advantageous but not required, with opportunities to support team coordination and development across the Australia-New Zealand region.

Additional Information

Applicants must have full-time working rights in Australia or New Zealand; sponsorship is not available for this role. Jacobs promotes a culture that values flexibility, inclusion, and supports employee wellbeing with extensive benefits covering parental leave, fertility treatments, adoption support, menopause care, and more. The company has received numerous accolades recognizing its commitment to gender equality and workplace diversity.

Cultural Support: We strongly encourage applications from Māori and Pasifika peoples. Candidates may nominate cultural or family representatives to join interview panels for cultural safety assurance.

Jacobs supports hybrid work arrangements that balance on-site and remote work to foster collaboration and effective client delivery.

We strive to provide an accessible recruitment experience. Candidates requiring accommodations or adjustments during the application process are encouraged to contact our support team.