Ready to put your engineering studies into practice and make a real-world impact?
- Be part of a collaborative team where people come first
- Work on meaningful projects that keep communities connected
- Grow your career in a global business with strong development support
Groundline are all about keeping the lights on…literally! We’re the team working hard on innovative solutions that make energy networks stronger, safer and smarter. What does that mean though? Look up! See those overhead power lines delivering the electricity infrastructure that keeps our daily lives ticking by? We play a critical role in keeping them all up there, safely and sustainably. Plus, there’s all the technology beneath your feet that our underground cabling team has played a critical role in developing. Our Engineers and CAD team work with the latest technology to deliver engineering solutions to clients across the globe.
We have a rock-solid reputation for being great to work with. We build long-term relationships with, and make things as easy as possible for, our customers.
The Role
Whether you’re ready to start your engineering career now or are graduating later this year, we’d love to hear from you. We have two Graduate Engineer positions available: one commencing immediately and another commencing in early 2027.
Embark on your journey into the fascinating world of overhead lines engineering! As a Graduate Engineer, you’ll bridge the gap between academic theory and the practical challenges of transmission line systems. Picture yourself as a pioneering problem-solver, learning the ropes of transmission design and construction.
Your mission: absorb knowledge, contribute to impactful projects, and grow into a vital member of the consultancy team!
You’ll gain exposure to:
- High voltage transmission and sub-transmission line design
- Engineering analysis and modelling through 3D modelling platforms
- Construction and field activities
- Project delivery processes
- Client and stakeholder engagement
- Health, safety, environmental and quality systems and quality systems
You’ll receive guidance, mentoring and training to help you transition from university into professional practice while building a strong technical foundation.
Experience & Attributes
- Engineering Degree – Civil, Structural or Mechanical or similar. (Essential)
- Basic understanding of engineering principles. (Essential)
- Previous internship or consultancy experience in utilities, energy, or infrastructure. (Preferred)
- Experience using 2D and 3D CAD packages. (Preferred)
This opportunity is based in our founding Christchurch office, plus we have a presence in in the UK, Australia and the USA. Our working spaces are ones you’ll love….there’s not many places where you get to collaborate with colleagues over a quick game of darts whilst sipping a coffee from our onsite coffee machine.
We place a strong emphasis on training and development, starting from day one with our onboarding program. This is followed by continuous learning opportunities both in and out of the office.
Our salaries are competitive and as you progress, so do they. Plus, we offer so many other perks and benefits from paid for celebrations throughout the year, paid volunteer time, flexible working hours and health insurance…..oh and the day off for your birthday….there’s so much more we want to tell you about, we just can’t fit it all in here!
We understand the value of a diverse workforce too. It’s the wide range of employee backgrounds and personalities that make us such an innovative team. We all have different experiences to draw upon and bring ideas to the table, that’s one of the many things that makes us special.
Ready to launch your engineering career? Apply today by clicking “Apply Now”.
As part of your application, we’d like you to tell us a little more about yourself. In your cover letter, please answer within one page:
- Why are you interested in Groundline and the energy industry?
- Describe a group project you’ve worked on and how the team dynamics worked.
- Describe a situation where you have used technical knowledge to help in a practical situation.
- You’ve been given a task with limited instructions and with incomplete information. How would you approach it?
We’d appreciate the opportunity to learn more about your passion for engineering, your problem-solving approach, and what you’ll bring to our team.
If you would like to know more about the role, please contact Amber McNair, Senior People & Culture Advisor at amber.mcnair@groundlineengineering.com or on 021 936 276 for more information.
Applications close: Sunday, 23 August 2026
Applicants for this position must be an NZ Resident/Citizen or have a valid NZ work permit.
