Systems Engineer

Te whiwhinga mahi | The opportunity

Join Beca’s Applied Technology business and be part of a team using systems thinking to solve complex, real world challenges. This is an intermediate level Systems Engineer role, suited to someone looking to build on their existing experience while continuing to develop their capability. Our work supports New Zealand’s civilian and defence sectors across a range of environments, from aviation and maritime through to transport and public infrastructure.

In this role, you’ll contribute to the delivery of complex, mission-critical programmes across their full lifecycle. You’ll work closely with clients and multi-disciplinary teams to understand needs, define requirements, manage risk and safety considerations, and support successful delivery. This is a collaborative environment where you’ll build strong relationships, apply structured thinking, and take a broad, outcome-focused approach to problem solving.

You’ll be supported by experienced practitioners and given opportunities to grow your capability, working across diverse projects and industries. Based in Auckland, this role offers a dynamic and rewarding career path with opportunities for development and progression.

In This Role You Will

• Develop and deliver requirements and specifications across the lifecycle for complex, critical systems.
• Work in a broad, interdisciplinary environment with a focus on risk and safety.
• Grow your career in systems engineering alongside experienced, multi-discipline teams.

Mōu ake | About you

We value a positive mindset and a genuine willingness to learn and grow. We welcome applications from people with diverse backgrounds and experiences, recognising the value different perspectives bring to our team.

Key attributes for success in this role include a combination of:

• Minimum 4 years’ experience in a similar role.
• A strong interest in understanding complex systems and delivering meaningful outcomes for clients.
• The ability to work across disciplines, build effective relationships, and communicate clearly with a wide range of stakeholders.
• Confidence in translating complex information into clear, easy-to-understand insights.
• Experience contributing to the delivery and integration of complex systems or programmes, with an appreciation of achieving strong commercial outcomes.
• The ability to engage with clients and stakeholders to gather, analyse, and define requirements, including supporting business cases or proposals.
• A collaborative mindset, with a commitment to fostering an inclusive and supportive team environment.
• Professional membership or accreditation (e.g. INCOSE, IMarEST, IET, RAeS, Engineering NZ), or progression towards chartered status, is advantageous.

Some of our clients require consultants to hold or be eligible for a New Zealand Government security clearance which is a condition for this role. To obtain this clearance requires New Zealand Citizenship or Permanent Residency status.

Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou | What we offer

A Career With Beca Will Provide You With

• Professional development opportunities.
• A supportive and caring work environment where you can bring your whole self to work.
• Flexible working arrangements to balance your personal / family commitments.
• Opportunities to learn from our industry experts and technical gurus across the Asia Pacific.
• A highly supportive environment of sharing and collaboration.
• Excellent benefits provided to all staff – including discounted health insurance, discounts on gym memberships, and a number of social club events. Beca prides itself on supporting a diverse and inclusive culture – open to inputs from creative people of all genders, ethnicity, identity, thought and experiences.

Tono mai | Apply now!

Ready to make everyday better? Apply now.