Network Planning Engineer Innovation

Innovation at the core. Powering a smarter future.

At Vector we believe innovation is the key to a cleaner more connected future. By embracing new ideas forging strong partnerships and pioneering technologies that make energy more resilient and accessible were setting new standards for our customers and our industry.

Learn more about how Vector is reshaping the energy sector through collaborations with the biggest names globally:

Vector: Pioneering the future of energy.

• We collaborate globally - with leaders like X The Moonshot Factory to bring cutting-edge technologies home. From innovative AI-driven grid management to advanced renewable integration were shaping the future of energy.
• Our network isnt just keeping up its evolving with predictive analytics automation and digital tools that enhance reliability and customer experience.
• Sharing innovation we offer technologies and business solutions across Auckland and the world to help others embrace smarter energy systems that drive sustainability and efficiency.

If youre passionate about building a cleaner more connected future join us. The future isnt waiting were building it now.

The role

As Network Planning Engineer - Innovation youll combine core electricity network planning with future-focused innovation. Youll plan for network capacity demand and development analyse low-voltage network and customer data identify constraints and use modelling to develop practical solutions for load and distributed generation connections.

Youll provide network planning input into innovation projects from concept through to implementation turning ideas into evidence-led trials and clear decisions. Working across technical customer commercial digital data and operational teams youll test assumptions compare traditional and non-traditional options and help translate project learnings into future planning low-voltage network management and flexibility services.

What sets this opportunity apart is the breadth: approximately half your time will be grounded in traditional network planning while the other half will focus on shaping the network of the future. Youll contribute to Commerce Commission-supported innovation programmes and gain exposure to distributed energy resources batteries smart-meter analytics Dynamic Operating Envelopes and Distribution System Operator concepts with an exciting opportunity to influence how future electricity networks evolve.

Please note: this role is available on a 1 year fixed term contract basis.

Who are we looking for

• A Bachelors or Masters degree in a relevant engineering field together with 3-5 years experience in the electricity or a relevant engineering sector
• Experience in low-voltage network design and planning including identifying constraints assessing customer impacts and developing practical network solutions; experience supporting innovation projects customer trials or first-of-kind work is also required
• Strong network analysis and modelling capability including PowerFactory or similar simulation software plus strong Excel and data analytics skills and the ability to draw useful insights from large datasets
• The ability to use network and customer data to create test and refine Dynamic Operating Envelopes and other evidence-led planning outputs ideally with exposure to distributed energy resources batteries distributed generation smart-meter data or other future-grid technologies
• A curious proactive and collaborative approach: youre comfortable working through uncertainty with minimal supervision can explain complex technical information clearly and share knowledge across technical customer digital data and operational teams.

Why Vector

We know that great energy starts with great people and were committed to creating an environment where you can be do and achieve your best:

• Enhance your wellbeing protect your future and empower your personal and professional growth through our extensive benefits package
• Supercharge your career through internal opportunities our progression scheme tailored development plans and investment in your learning and growth
• We value diverse perspectives which drive innovation and creativity. We encourage everyone to bring their full selves to work embracing ideas that challenge and inspire
• Build a legacy doing work that matters were keeping the lights on across Auckland and driving a sustainable energy future for New Zealand.

Vector plays a leading role in enabling Aucklands electrification by investing in smarter more resilient infrastructure that supports growth and better outcomes for customers. From modernising our network with data and technology to accelerating electrification were helping power Aucklands growth and transition to a lower-carbon future.

Join us and youll work on projects that matter help shape the future of Auckland and make a real impact across New Zealand.

Apply now!

Applications close by Sunday 13 September 2026; however interviews may be held sooner apply today!

Additional Information :

We know that some people may hesitate to apply if they dont meet every single requirement. If this role excites you we encourage you to apply anyway - your skills enthusiasm and unique perspective could be just what were looking for.

Vector values diversity in all its forms and welcomes people of all backgrounds experiences identities and abilities to be part of our team.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time