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Join the force driving the future—where brilliant minds power bold innovation and energise a world of possibilities. Bring your talent to the fore in this vital industry where innovation is powering progress like never before. 

Jobs in the Energy Sector

Careers at WSP connect you to a vast array of opportunities. Join a collective team of likeminded international experts including electrical engineers, energy and environmental scientists, project managers, technical and business advisors who help shape New Zealand's energy future.

With power demand rising and a significant amount of ageing infrastructure currently in use, there are particular challenges in the energy sector, that we have the opportunity to solve. With technology in energy storage, transmission and supply, we are uniquely positioned to make innovative breakthroughs that will power our country through dry spells, reducing our vulnerability and optimising our energy networks for the benefit of consumers. Be part of the power solution.

Be a part of projects like these

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Ruakākā Battery Energy Storage System (BESS)

Powering resilience at scale—discover how the Ruakākā Battery Energy Storage System is redefining energy security and accelerating New Zealand’s clean energy future.
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Transpower Facilities Management


Behind every powered moment is precision—explore how WSP’s partnership with Transpower is transforming asset management into a future-ready force.
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Ngatamariki Geothermal Power Plant Generation

Tap into the earth’s energy—Ngatamariki showcases how geothermal innovation is powering a cleaner, more resilient future for Aotearoa and beyond.
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Earth and Environment

We've now been featured among the country's most attractive employers for several years running. This is testament to our awesome team and the positive reputation we have as an organisation. We work hard every day to try and make a difference in Aotearoa and it’s that sense of purpose that helps make us a great place to work.

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Power your career with WSP

Engineering and its allied disciplines are the backbone of a secure, sustainable, and forward-looking energy future. In the power and energy sector, these roles are pivotal in designing resilient infrastructure, integrating emerging technologies, and enabling the transition to low-carbon systems.

From harnessing renewables like wind, solar, and geothermal to modernising grids and deploying battery storage, engineers are solving complex challenges that ensure reliable energy supply amid rising global demand. Their work not only safeguards energy security but also drives innovation—bridging efficiency with sustainability, and transforming how energy is generated, distributed, and consumed.

As the sector evolves, engineering professionals are leading the charge to decarbonise systems, stabilise networks, and unlock new opportunities for communities and industries alike.

If the role you are searching for is unavailable, join our waitlist for jobs that fit your ambitions and we will be in touch.
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Be a part of projects like these

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JPMRC Shore Power Connection 

Power up your career with a mission-critical project that energised a cutting-edge U.S. Army training facility in Hawaii—where rapid deployment, grid integration, and high-voltage innovation came together to support defense readiness across the Pacific.

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St Philemon Wind Farm

Powering communities with purpose—join a team where engineering excellence meets environmental stewardship. The Saint-Philémon Wind Farm is a landmark project that brought clean energy to Québec through deep community collaboration, cutting-edge electrical design, and a shared commitment to a sustainable future.
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Cory Energy from Waste

Be part of a transformative journey to net zero. WSP is helping deliver the world’s largest single-site energy-from-waste decarbonisation project in East London, where cutting-edge carbon capture technology meets bold climate ambition on the banks of the Thames.

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