About the role
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced lighting professional who enjoys technical challenges, project ownership and working within a collaborative engineering environment. You will be responsible for delivering lighting designs for a range of transport infrastructure projects, including roads, intersections, pedestrian crossings, shared paths, public spaces and associated infrastructure. Beyond technical design, you will have the opportunity to lead projects, build client relationships, mentor other team members and help shape the future direction of Eliga's lighting engineering services. Depending on your experience, the position can be structured at either Senior or Principal level.
Key responsibilities
Undertake and lead road and public infrastructure lighting designs from concept through to detailed design.
Prepare lighting calculations, design drawings, technical specifications and supporting documentation.
Ensure lighting designs comply with relevant New Zealand and Australian standards, local authority requirements and industry best practices.
Undertake technical assessments relating to lighting infrastructure, electrical safety clearances and interfaces with other infrastructure.
Provide technical advice and practical engineering solutions to clients and project teams.
Coordinate with road designers, traffic engineers, civil engineers, utility providers and other stakeholders.
Manage lighting design projects, including programme, budget, technical quality and deliverables.
Liaise directly with clients, local authorities and other project stakeholders.
Review designs and provide technical guidance and mentoring to junior staff.
Contribute to the development and growth of Eliga's lighting design services.
About you
Proven experience in road, street or public infrastructure lighting design, preferably within the New Zealand transport environment.
A relevant qualification in electrical engineering, lighting design or a related discipline, or equivalent practical experience.
Strong knowledge of AS/NZS 1158 and other relevant lighting design standards and guidelines.
Experience using specialist lighting design software and preparing technical design documentation.
An understanding of electrical infrastructure, safety clearances and the practical constraints associated with installing lighting infrastructure in road corridors.
Experience working with local authorities, transport agencies, consultants or infrastructure contractors.
Strong communication, problem-solving and project management skills.
The ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative multidisciplinary team.
About us
Eliga is a growing Auckland-based transportation engineering consultancy specialising in the planning, design and delivery of transport infrastructure projects. We work closely with local authorities and private-sector clients, providing practical, innovative and technically robust engineering solutions. As a small, agile and collaborative consultancy, we offer our people the opportunity to take ownership of projects, work directly with clients and make a meaningful contribution to the business.
Benefits
Meaningful projects: Work on a diverse range of transport infrastructure projects with real community benefits.
Autonomy and ownership: Take responsibility for your work and have a genuine influence over project outcomes.
Career development: An opportunity to establish and grow a specialist lighting design capability within an expanding consultancy.
Direct client engagement: Build relationships with clients and stakeholders without unnecessary layers of management.
Collaborative environment: Work alongside experienced transportation professionals in a supportive, close-knit team.
Competitive remuneration: A salary package reflecting your experience, technical capabilities and level of responsibility.