Automation Engineering Jobs in New Zealand, Job Vacancies - Jul 2026

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Automation Specialist

This is a Full time job

1st week - Mon, Tues, Sat & Sun 6am-6pm, 2nd week - Weds, Thurs and Fri
Work for an international company and grow with world class industry leaders
Opportunity to grow your own career

Join our Wiri team as an Automation Specialist!

subClassification: Testing & Quality AssuranceTesting & Quality Assurance classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

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Senior Automation Engineer

at Apex Water Limited

This is a Full time job

Mount Wellington, Auckland

A fast-paced environment guaranteeing development and growth
Collaborative and supportive environment valuing creativity and teamwork
Exceptional opportunities, innovative projects - we have the recipe for success!

Design, test, and optimise PLC/SCADA systems for water & wastewater plants—support commissioning and bring complex systems to life nationwide.

subClassification: Water & Waste EngineeringWater & Waste Engineering classification: Engineering(Engineering)

Featured

Listed ten days ago

Electrical Automation Engineer

at Amcor

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

$75,000 – $110,000 per year

Join our Auckland team and play a key role in driving automation excellence across a world-class manufacturing environment.

subClassification: Electrical/Electronic EngineeringElectrical/Electronic Engineering classification: Engineering(Engineering)

10d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Automation Specialist

at Hilton Foods New Zealand

This is a Full time job

Wiri, Auckland

1st week - Mon, Tues, Sat & Sun 6am-6pm, 2nd week - Weds, Thurs and Fri
Work for an international company and grow with world class industry leaders
Opportunity to grow your own career

Join our Wiri team as an Automation Specialist!

subClassification: Testing & Quality AssuranceTesting & Quality Assurance classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

12d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Senior Automation Engineer

at Apex Water Limited

This is a Full time job

Mount Wellington, Auckland

A fast-paced environment guaranteeing development and growth
Collaborative and supportive environment valuing creativity and teamwork
Exceptional opportunities, innovative projects - we have the recipe for success!

Design, test, and optimise PLC/SCADA systems for water & wastewater plants—support commissioning and bring complex systems to life nationwide.

subClassification: Water & Waste EngineeringWater & Waste Engineering classification: Engineering(Engineering)

12d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Automation Engineer

at Fluid Engineering

This is a Full time job

Auckland

$110k - $150k p.a. + insurances + paid overtime

Work on projects that few others in NZ get exposure to.
Immerse yourself in exciting industries like aerospace
Excellent salary, flexible working and genuine career progression

Work on cutting-edge automation projects across aerospace, robotics and advanced manufacturing with one of NZ's leading engineering consultancies.

Recruited byShekinah Bramwell

subClassification: Electrical/Electronic EngineeringElectrical/Electronic Engineering classification: Engineering(Engineering)

13d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Test Automation Engineer

at Chiptech Ltd

This is a Full time job

Ferrymead, Canterbury

Join us as a Test Automation Engineer and help ensure the safety and reliability of devices that let people stay independent at home

subClassification: Testing & Quality AssuranceTesting & Quality Assurance classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

13d ago

Listed nineteen days ago

Automation Engineer

at Recruitnet Consulting Group Ltd

This is a Full time job

Te Rapa, Waikato

Salary based on experience

Join a business with its strongest project pipeline ever, delivery exciting work
Own projects from design through to commissioning, solve complex challenges
Hamilton-based role offering paid overtime, travel allowances & genuine variety

Join a growing automation specialist delivering cutting-edge industrial projects. Design, commission and innovate with NZ's leading manufacturers.

Recruited byBrigitta Warren

subClassification: Electrical/Electronic EngineeringElectrical/Electronic Engineering classification: Engineering(Engineering)

19d ago

Listed seventeen days ago

Vision Solutions Engineer

at Mitech Group Limited

This is a Full time job

Ellerslie, Auckland

Work with leading manufacturers in NZ
Drive automation solutions for manufacturers across NZ
Work with a talented team involved in a large range of projects

Vision Solutions Engineer involved in machine vision, mechatronics or industrial automation to develop innovative vision solutions for manufacturers

subClassification: Industrial EngineeringIndustrial Engineering classification: Engineering(Engineering)

17d ago

Listed four days ago

Senior Test Engineer

at The University of Auckland

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland(Hybrid)

$105,701 – $121,900 per year

5 weeks annual leave plus up to 6.75% superannuation contribution
37.5-hour work week + flexible working
Workday + enterprise integration testing at scale

Bring your expertise in enterprise, API and integration testing to shape high-quality digital solutions at scale. 12 month fixed term.

subClassification: Testing & Quality AssuranceTesting & Quality Assurance classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

4d ago•Expiring

Listed twelve days ago

Test Automation Engineer

at Medtech Global

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

$110,000 – $125,000 per year

Test software that touches real patients. At Medtech, your quality work protects the tools NZ clinicians trust every single day.

subClassification: Testing & Quality AssuranceTesting & Quality Assurance classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

12d ago

Listed two days ago

Automation Project Lead - Operations

at Port of Tauranga

This is a Full time job

Tauranga Central, Bay of Plenty

Influence our the Port future operates
Apply Deep Operational Expertise to Strategic Change
Help lead once in a generation terminal transformation

If you are an operational leader with a passion for automation, innovation and large-scale transformation, we would love to hear from you.

subClassification: ManagementManagement classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

2d ago

Listed eighteen days ago

Laboratory Engineer (Electrical & Electronics Testing)

at UL International New Zealand Limited

This is a Full time job

Albany, Auckland

$60,000 – $75,000 per year

UL Solutions delivers testing, inspection and certification services, together with software products and advisory offerings.

subClassification: Electrical/Electronic EngineeringElectrical/Electronic Engineering classification: Engineering(Engineering)

18d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

AUTOMATION ENGINEER / PLC PROGRAMMER

at NetYourJob

This is a Full time job

Tauranga, Bay of Plenty

Competitive remuneration package incl. vehicle

Outgrown your current role?
Ready to work on bigger projects and smarter technology?
With a team that genuinely backs each other?

If you have strong industrial electrical experience and the desire to grow into automation, John Ward Electrical want you!

subClassification: ElectriciansElectricians classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

13d ago

Listed eleven hours ago

Senior Maintenance and Project Engineer

at Icelandic Holdings (NZ) Ltd.

This is a Full time job

East Tamaki, Auckland

Senior Maintenance & Project Engineer

subClassification: Project EngineeringProject Engineering classification: Engineering(Engineering)

11h ago

Listed four days ago

Maintenance Engineer - Food Manufacturing

at Private Advertiser

Immediate start

This is a Full time job

Mount Wellington, Auckland

Experienced Maintenance Engineer for busy food manufacturing operation in Auckland.

subClassification: MaintenanceMaintenance classification: Engineering(Engineering)

4d ago

Listed two days ago

Senior Test Engineer

at Navico Group

This is a Full time job

Rosedale, Auckland

Great company culture
Excellent employee benefits
Turn product excellence into customer delight.

Drive testing excellence through advanced engineering, automation, and continuous improvement initiatives.

subClassification: Testing & Quality AssuranceTesting & Quality Assurance classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

2d ago

Listed twenty one days ago

Product Validation Engineer

at Task Recruitment

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch, Canterbury

Test GNSS, machine/grade control, automation, survey & construction technology
12mth Contract with potential extension or convert to permanent
Based in Inner West Christchurch

Wanting a career not just a job? Launch your engineering career testing world-class machine control & positioning technology used on global projects

Recruited byFortunato Galluzzo

subClassification: Testing & Quality AssuranceTesting & Quality Assurance classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

21d ago

Listed five days ago

Instrument Technician

at Jackson Industries

This is a Full time job

Onehunga, Auckland

Work with advance robotics, CNC and automation technology.
Diverse, hands-on role with new challenges every day.
Supportive team with opportunities to learn and grow

Hands-on Instrument Technician role maintaining robotics, CNC and automation systems in a dynamic manufacturing environment.

subClassification: ElectriciansElectricians classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

5d ago

Listed five days ago

IT Automation Engineer

at Talinger Ltd

This is a Full time job

Trentham, Wellington

Infrastructure Modernisation Project | Mobile Communications Platform
Automation | DevOps | Infrastructure | Ansible | Scripting | Linux
Trentham Location | Salary to $110,000 per annum | Permanent

Technically challenging IT Automation Engineering role, working on a unique Mobile Communications Platform development project.

subClassification: Networks & Systems AdministrationNetworks & Systems Administration classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

5d ago

Listed five days ago

Maintenance Engineer (Rotational shift)

at Douglas

This is a Full time job

Henderson, Auckland

Market related salary + shift allowance + benefits

Make a real impact in pharmaceutical manufacturing
Work on diverse equipment, systems, and improvement projects
Enjoy career growth, great benefits, and an award-winning workplace culture

Why This Role Matters This is a role where your work is felt

subClassification: MaintenanceMaintenance classification: Engineering(Engineering)

5d ago

Listed five days ago

Automation Engineer

at KoruTalent

This is a Full time job

Ashburton, Canterbury

Keep us, your fry-mates, golden and moving from field to freezer.
Lead and troubleshoot machines like a true PLC Whisperer.
Make automation magic happen in Ashburton's stunning countryside.

Ever wondered who keeps your fries perfectly golden? That's you! Be the hero behind the scenes, turning clever ideas into crispy, delicious results.

subClassification: Systems EngineeringSystems Engineering classification: Engineering(Engineering)

5d ago

Listed ten days ago

Graduate Controls Engineer - Auckland

at Prospex Recruiting

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

Base NSD80K + 3% KiwiSaver + Car

Work with cutting-edge smart building and energy management technologies
12+ months of structured training in Australia
Hands-on smart building and automation experience

Graduate Engineer role in smart buildings. Gain hands-on experience in automation, controls and energy management

subClassification: Electrical/Electronic EngineeringElectrical/Electronic Engineering classification: Engineering(Engineering)

10d ago

Listed four days ago

Automation Development Engineer

at Fonterra Co-operative Group Ltd

This is a Full time job

Hamilton Central, Waikato

Feel connected here; When you're part of this, you're part of us.
Be inspired here: Join a new generation solving for a better dairy future.
Grow here: We're part of your progress - develop, explore and thrive.

We are looking for a Control Systems Development engineer to join our high performing team.

subClassification: Systems EngineeringSystems Engineering classification: Engineering(Engineering)

4d ago

Listed three days ago

Energy Management and Power Quality Application Engineer

at Schneider Electric

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland(Hybrid)

Drive innovative energy management and digital building solutions.
Employee Share Plan and global career growth opportunities.
oin a global leader in electrification, digitalisation and sustainability.

Provide technical expertise in energy management, power quality and digital buildings, helping customers improve efficiency and performance.

subClassification: Electrical/Electronic EngineeringElectrical/Electronic Engineering classification: Engineering(Engineering)

3d ago

Listed ten days ago

Quality Automation Engineer

at The Royal New Zealand College of General Practitioners

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Hybrid)

Help shape digital solutions that have lasting organisational impact
Unique not-for-profit education organisation
Flexible working, professional development opportunities and wellness benefits

If you’re a senior engineer who enjoys combining hands-on delivery with technical leadership, we’d love to hear from you.

subClassification: Testing & Quality AssuranceTesting & Quality Assurance classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

10d ago

Listed twelve days ago