Expressions of interest - Control System Engineers in Real-Time Systems Teams

Bring your passion for substation automation and control systems.
Enjoy varied work, including innovation and continuous improvement projects.
Join our dynamic team and be part of enabling New Zealand's energy future.
Join the National Grid, and enjoy professional challenge and learning, as the asset owner's Engineer, at the heart of the Electricity Sector!
Transpower sits at the centre of the electricity industry.
We plan, build, operate, and maintain the National Grid - the high voltage backbone that transmits electricity across the country 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Our core purpose is to empower the energy future for New Zealand - a future that delivers a net-zero carbon economy and a reliable and secure electricity system.
About The Team
Within our Information Services & Technology (IST) Division, the Real-Time Systems Team integrates secondary systems, collects their telemetry data from the field, and models/configures the SCADA system to deliver accurate and reliable operational data to enable the operation of the National Grid.
Their work includes:


Configuration and operation of substation automation systems (SAS), human machine interfaces (HMI).
Creation of new SCADA / EMS sites, including commissioning and point-to-point testing.
Configuring of Remote Engineering Access (REA) to Intelligent Electronic Devices (IED) located at over 170 substations nationwide, to ensure fast and reliable remote access for our engineers and technicians.
Providing engineering support and technical advice to project teams and engineering groups around Substation Automation and Control Systems.
Investigating the application of new equipment and technology solutions.
Validation and ongoing management of telemetry and data extracted from remote systems.

We draw on each other's strengths, diversity, and passion to provide the best solutions to ensure safe and reliable operation of the Grid.
We are on a journey of optimisation and continuous improvement, challenging ourselves to go from good to great.
Due to internal promotion, based in our Hamilton or Wellington office, in 2025 you could join us in either our RTU or Operations Team!
Remote Terminal Unit (RTU) Team:

The Real-Time Systems RTU Team, is focussed on the Substation Automation Systems (SAS) with its configuration and modelling of RTUs, Human Machine Interfaces (HMI), and Remote Engineering Access.
Those are a crucial component of our critical infrastructure and provide monitoring and control capability to Transpower's national control rooms and enable faster support and troubleshooting for the contracted technicians (employed by our service providers).
In this role you'll be testing and integrating new substation automation equipment to meet Transpower's Standards and maintaining equipment in our extensive engineering environment.
You'll work collaboratively to further enhance our automation journey to drive more efficient delivery of projects and of course deliver the SAS component of the capital and customers projects.
Operations Team:

In our Real-Time Systems Operations Team, you will be working across the entire range of Control Systems at Transpower - it's all the way from the Substation Automation Systems, HMIs, to the National SCADA and Remote Engineering Access.
The Operations team provides 24/7 support as the operation of the National SCADA and the associated control systems are a continuous real-time process.
In both teams, we will actively support you with training and development opportunities and connect you with people from varied fields across Transpower.
You'll extend your professional network and gain valuable insights into other parts of the business to grow your knowledge and learn new skills.
We encourage on-the-job learning and work life balance, celebrating diversity and welcoming applicants from all backgrounds, as we believe in the power of diverse perspectives to drive innovation.
So, what will you bring?
To be considered, your CV and cover letter will demonstrate a relevant qualification and:


Well-developed verbal and written communication skills.
Working knowledge of automation and control systems, their architectures, and integration of devices into operational technology (OT) environments.
The ability to produce sound technical and analytical reports, including process designs, problem analysis, technical guides, and procedures.
Sound digital literacy and the ability to learn and use vendor specific software applications (e.g.
EATON SMP Manager).

While not essential, the experience/skills in any of the following areas will be well regarded:


Knowledge of SCADA and real time applications within an environment with safety as an imperative.
Eaton SMP Gateways.
Ability to model control systems, test, and interpret results.

Join us at Transpower
Aotearoa is powered by the people who work here.
Every home, every marae, every electric vehicle, every hospital relies on the electricity we manage and deliver.
This is your opportunity to join us on a mission that affects all New Zealanders, every day, and long into the future.
We work in the office or on-site for a minimum of three days per week, which helps us build and maintain relationships, support learning, deliver outcomes, and, importantly, sustain our caring culture.
This approach also allows staff the flexibility they need for both work and personal reasons.
Daily start and finish times are flexible!
Wellbeing is supported with a range of employee health and wellness benefits - check them out here:

/transpower.co.nz/about-us/careers-transpower/staff-benefits
Next steps
To join our growing team, please review the position description via our careers site
/careers.transpower.co.nz/search and apply!
Expressions of interest close January 26th, 2025.
Applications will be reviewed from 13th January, and you may be contacted prior to the close date for an initial informal conversation.
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