Asset Engineer/Senior Engineer (multiple opportunities)

Job Description

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, we’re 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, we’re shaping the future of energy.
• Our network isn’t just keeping up, it’s 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 you’re passionate about building a cleaner, more connected future, join us. The future isn’t waiting – we’re building it now.

The Role

As an Asset Engineer at Vector, you’ll play a key part in shaping the future of Auckland’s electricity network. You’ll be responsible for analysing asset performance, developing asset strategies, engineering designs and maintenance standards across a diverse range of network assets, with a strong focus on data analysis, quality assurance, standards review, and validating asset insights in the field. Your work will include asset inspection imagery analysis, validation of network assets, and supporting the adoption of AI-driven asset management practices.

You’ll collaborate closely with field teams and stakeholders, contributing to risk-based and data driven asset investment decisions, asset risk modelling, and failure investigations. This role offers significant technical variety and the opportunity to contribute to both technological advancement and organisational improvement, while supporting and mentoring other engineers within the team.

On offer are multiple roles at Engineer or Senior Engineer level, depending on the experience of the successful candidate.

Who are we looking for?

We’re seeking candidates who can demonstrate:

• Practical, hands-on engineering experience – either with a background in trades, apprenticeships or fieldwork (eg as a lines person or cable jointer) and looking for the next step, and/or with relevant academic qualifications
• Strong communication and influencing skills, with the ability to engage effectively with internal and external stakeholders
• A passion for continuous improvement and openness to new approaches, including AI and data-driven asset management
• Asset management and systems thinking skills, with the ability to balance cost, performance, risk and safety in decision-making
• Experience in the New Zealand electricity distribution industry and familiarity with asset management are advantageous, but not essential.

Why Vector

We know that great energy starts with great people, and we’re 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 – we’re keeping the lights on across Auckland, and driving a sustainable energy future for New Zealand.

Apply Now!

Applications close by Wednesday 8 October 2025; however, interviews may be held sooner – apply today!

We know that some people may hesitate to apply if they don’t 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 we’re 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.