Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

4 days ago

Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand Fluid Engineering Full time NZ$1,028,000 - NZ$1,544,000 per year

The Opportunity:

Looking to take your mechanical design career to the next level? Join a high-performing engineering team that's pushing the boundaries in automation and machinery design. Based in East Auckland, this role offers variety, ownership, and the chance to work on seriously cool, industry-leading projects.

You'll be translating ideas into smart mechanical solutions using SolidWorks, mentoring junior team members, and collaborating with other bright minds to deliver machinery that actually makes a difference in the world. If you enjoy the buzz of solving real-world problems with real-world tech, you'll feel right at home here.

Why You'll Love It Here:

  • Work on innovative automation projects that are anything but routine.
  • Be part of a team that values both technical excellence and good humour
  • Enjoy a well-established business with global reach and a strong future focus
  • Among other thing, enjoy competitive renumeration package, paid overtime, paid life insurance and subsidisesd medical insurance, flexible working hours, additional leave, matched 4% kiwisaver, discounted products, and onsite parking

What You'll Be Doing:

  • Turning design briefs into fully detailed, production-ready mechanical designs using SolidWorks.
  • Playing a key role in project delivery - from concept through to commissioning.
  • Providing guidance to design and graduate engineers (if you're keen to mentor).
  • Collaborating with internal teams and contractors to bring designs to life.

What We're Looking For:

  • A degree in Mechanical Engineering (or similar).
  • 10+ years' experience in mechanical design for complex automated machinery for production lines
  • Strong design skills in SolidWorks and a practical understanding of how things get built.
  • Strong exposure to automation, machinery, and system integration - ideally you have worked for an OEM.
  • Confidence to make sound technical decisions and explain them well.
  • A proactive, team-oriented mindset with a healthy dose of curiosity.
  • New Zealand working rights, and flexibility for occasional travel.

Apply Now:

Keen to learn more, apply with your update to date resume or get in touch for a confidential chat about your career or this opportunity.

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