Systems Engineer / Senior Systems Engineer

About the role

Vector is looking for a Systems Engineer and a Senior Systems Engineer to improve how its asset management systems, processes, governance and information are used for managing low-voltage network assets. The roles sit at the intersection of engineering, operations, technology and asset management, strengthening maintenance, investment and operational decisions. Applications close by Sunday 8 November 2026.

Key responsibilities

• Improve asset data quality and turn network, smart meter and asset information into practical insights.
• Develop governance frameworks and define requirements for new systems and analytics.
• Make engineering decisions for low-voltage network assets.
• At Senior level: provide technical leadership, lead complex cross-functional initiatives, develop frameworks and governance arrangements, and build capability in others.
• At Systems Engineer level: focus more on delivery and execution while developing broader systems-thinking capability.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or another relevant field, supported by experience in asset management, engineering systems, asset information, data governance, analytics or a related specialist area.
• Senior candidates should bring deeper expertise and experience leading complex system, governance or assurance improvements.
• Experience in utilities, critical infrastructure, LV networks, distributed energy resources, smart meter data, predictive maintenance or technology-enabled asset management is advantageous.

Required skills

• Strong analytical and systems-thinking capability, with an understanding of data quality, asset information governance and how information supports better asset-management decisions.
• Adaptable and curious, able to work across changing priorities and challenge established practices.
• Communication and stakeholder engagement skills, including explaining complex technical or data concepts to non-technical audiences.

What we offer

• An extensive benefits package covering wellbeing, protection of the future and personal and professional growth.
• Career progression, tailored development plans and investment in learning.
• A supportive, inclusive workplace that encourages diverse perspectives.