Mechanical Engineer

Babcock is looking for a Mechanical Engineer to join the Engineering Change team based in Devonport, Auckland on a 10-month Fixed-Term Contract.

About the role

As an Mechanical Engineer, you'll be at the heart of delivering innovative engineering change proposals for the Royal New Zealand Navy fleet. From design development to technical documentation, your work ensures projects meet strict quality, safety, and schedule requirements. You'll collaborate closely with project managers and stakeholders, applying critical thinking and technical expertise to create solutions that matter.

At Babcock, we value curiosity, collaboration, and courage. This role offers exposure to cutting-edge engineering tools, complex naval systems, and a supportive team culture focused on continuous improvement. You'll contribute to sustainable solutions, process enhancements, and knowledge sharing—all while advancing your own professional development. If you're ready to make an impact and deliver engineering excellence, this is your opportunity.

About you

You are a detail-oriented mechanical engineer with a passion for problem-solving and delivering high-quality solutions. You thrive in collaborative environments, communicate clearly, and have experience with engineering design tools and processes. Your ability to manage tasks, adhere to standards, and contribute to continuous improvement sets you apart. If you're ready to apply your technical expertise to meaningful naval projects and grow within a culture of innovation and excellence, this role is for you.

Key Required Skills

•    Critical thinking and problem-solving

•    Engineering design and documentation

•    Familiarity with PLM/MRP systems

•    Strong written and verbal communication

•    Team collaboration and stakeholder engagement

•    Computer proficiency and technical software skills

•    Ability to manage tasks to time, cost, quality

•    Continuous improvement mindset

•    Key Required Qualifications

Key Required Qualifications

•    Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Washington Accord accredited)

•    Eligibility for Professional Engineer membership through a recognised body

•    Membership of a relevant technical body (preferably certified)

•    Desire for Continuous Professional Development (CPD)

Your future at Babcock – what we offer you 

•    We provide an agile work environment where you're able to work onsite and remotely, and to set you up for this we provide a laptop and working from home kit if required, in addition we offer a compressed week which can provide you even more flexibility;

•    Our work life integration policy brings together leave entitlements which include annual leave, wellbeing leave, paid parental leave, defence reservist leave plus more; 

•    We will provide you with a supportive and engaging environment where you can grow your career, supported by our capability framework plus ongoing access to self-led learning modules through LinkedIn Learning and access to study leave; 

•    You'll have access to beRewarded which will provide you with endless discounts across retail, health, entertainment, travel and much more, plus novated leasing options and corporate shares plan; 

•    Your wellbeing is supported through our online wellbeing program Munch, Mind, Move, Money, access to our employee assistance program plus you can access two days annually from your personal leave as wellbeing days; 

•    You'll be able to participate in our weRecognise program which is an opportunity to recognise the outstanding work our people do each and every day in living our principles which are Be kind, Collaborate, Be Curious, Think Outcomes, Be Courageous and Own & Deliver 

Who we are

Babcock International Group, the aerospace and defence company, has been trusted to deliver bespoke, highly skilled engineering services for over a century.

Across Australia and New Zealand, Babcock has grown to a team of over 1,600 talented people, and we are on a path of continued growth and expansion. We operate across sectors such as defence, commercial marine, aviation, airports, communications, emergency services and engineering consultancy.

Some of the programs our team across Australia and New Zealand are proud to be a part of involve:

•    Providing emergency medical and search & rescue aviation services through our Aviation & Critical Services business;

•    Designing and supporting key systems for submarines and surface ships through our Marine business;

•    Providing fleet wide through life support and asset management services for Navy customers;

•    Managing critical assets for a range of sectors through our Land Business.

So, if you would like to join us and help create a safe and secure world, together, please apply via the Apply Now' button below. 

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We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds and experience however, the successful candidate must be legally entitled to work in New Zealand and capable of obtaining a New Zealand Defence Force (NZDF) Security Clearance.

Please note, should your application progress you may be required to complete pre-employment checks. These checks may include but not limited to, reference checks, MOJ, security check, qualifications and right to work.

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Job Req #69869