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Design Estimator

Northpower

Leading NZ infrastructure firm delivering electricity, fibre, transmission, distribution & renewable energy solutions.

Design and estimate costs for overhead and underground electricity distribution networks.

8 days ago ago

Intermediate (4-7 years)

Full Time

Palmerston North, Manawatū-Whanganui, New Zealand

Office Full-Time

Company Size

1,400 Employees

Service Specialisms

Electrical Engineering

Construction Services

Sector Specialisms

Energy

Electricity Distribution

Fibre Network

Transmission

Distribution

Substations

Industrial Electrical and Automation

Communications

Role

Description

network design

cad drawings

estimation

pricing models

design compliance

project planning

Ensure all designs comply with industry standards, regulations, and safety requirements.
Undertake design and estimation for overhead and underground electricity distribution networks using design software such as NEARA, and CAD tools.
Support the Delivery Manager and Project Managers in planning, scheduling, and handover of projects.
Uphold high standards of health, safety, quality, and environmental compliance across all aspects of work.
Identify and implement opportunities for process and design improvement.
Develop and maintain effective relationships with customers, contractors, and internal stakeholders.
Produce detailed CAD construction and as-built drawings, capturing GPS data as needed.
Prepare accurate estimates, pricing models, and tender documentation for network and customer-initiated works.

Requirements

neara

autocad

communication

regulations

analytical

electrical design

Proficiency with NEARA, and AutoCAD (or similar tools).
Excellent communication skills and a customer-focused approach.
Understanding of relevant industry regulations, standards, and network owner requirements.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and estimating skills.
Experience in electrical distribution design, covering both overhead and underground networks.

Benefits

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Training + Development

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Interview process

interviews will be conducted while the advertisement is open.

Visa Sponsorship

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Security clearance

criminal history check
drug and alcohol testing
medical assessment

Company

Overview

It blends ownership and contracting—running its own electricity and fibre networks while delivering engineering and construction services nationwide.
Financially robust, it sustains large-scale contracts with major utilities and returns profits to its consumer-owned trust.
Its projects range from substation upgrades and submarine cable installations to managing transmission lines and future-energy installations.
Specialising in transmission, distribution, fibre rollout, inspection solutions and grid‑scale solar, it tackles every layer of utility infrastructure.
Unusually, the company owns and operates one of the region’s oldest hydro stations and recently launched a portable data centre prototype.

Culture + Values

Safety is our priority.
We work together as one team.
We care for the communities we serve.
We deliver excellence.
We act with integrity.

Environment + Sustainability

The organization is working towards reducing its carbon footprint by implementing renewable energy solutions.
Sustainability is a key driver in the organization's operational decision-making processes.
The organization works to enhance environmental stewardship through better waste management practices.

Inclusion & Diversity

The company fosters an inclusive and diverse workplace.
Supporting gender balance with initiatives to improve female representation in technical roles.
Tracking gender-related data and encouraging diversity across all levels.

Articles

Northpower Careers

About Northpower

90 years

Network ownership

The company has a heritage rooted in decades of infrastructure ownership and operation.

Net Zero 2050

Climate Commitment

The organization is committed to achieving net zero emissions by the year 2050.