Design and Development Manager

3 days ago


Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand Trimble Full time

About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled Design and Development Manager to join our team in Christchurch, New Zealand. As a key member of our Hardware Solutions Team, you will be responsible for leading the design and development of innovative mechanical systems for our construction machine guidance system components.

As a Design and Development Manager, you will oversee the complete design cycle, from requirements definition to introducing and sustaining the product in manufacture, and ensure that all designs meet our high standards of quality and performance.

You will work closely with our multi-disciplined team to:

  • conceptualise and best practice detail new mechanical designs;
  • support existing products;
  • create documentation;
  • perform hand calculations and FEA;
  • work with suppliers and contract manufacturers;
  • identify product risk and take responsibility for risk mitigation within your functional area.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will need:

  • a strong leadership background in design and development;
  • excellent communication and project management skills;
  • experience with high-volume components designed for use in demanding environments;
  • familiarity with developing products from concept through to production;
  • proficiency with 3D CAD (PTC Creo Parametric advantageous).

About Us

At Trimble, we are committed to innovation and excellence, and we welcome applications from candidates who share our passion for creating cutting-edge solutions for our customers.



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