Lead Mechanical Engineer Jobs in New Zealand, Job Vacancies - Mar 2026

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Mechanical / Project Engineer (intermediate to Senior)

This is a Full time job

Work with a well-established New Zealand engineering manufacturer.
Flexible role level with opportunity to grow skills and take project ownership
Small experienced team, hands-on work, custom high-spec fabrication projects.

Work with a well-established New Zealand engineering manufacturer.
Flexible role level with opportunity to grow skills and take project ownership
Small experienced team, hands-on work, custom high-spec fabrication projects.

TPE is a New Zealand engineering manufacturer specialising in fume extraction systems, plastic ducting, specialty tanks, and ventilation solutions.

subClassification: Mechanical EngineeringMechanical Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

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Intermediate to Senior Level Mechanical Engineer (Design / Projects)

at Caliber Design Ltd.

This is a Full time job

Tauranga Central, Bay of Plenty(Remote)

Houry Rate + Overtime

We are building NZ's most versatile engineering team. We need your help to support our clients' projects across a wide range of industries.

subClassification: Mechanical EngineeringMechanical Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

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Listed six days ago

Senior Mechanical Engineer

at RobLawMax Recruitment

This is a Full time job

Palmerston North, Manawatu

$120k - $150k p.a. + Competitive salary package

Senior role delivering heavy mechanical and structural industrial projects
Hands-on design leadership with real influence across fabrication and delivery
Established Lower North Island engineering business with strong forward workload

Senior role delivering heavy mechanical and structural industrial projects
Hands-on design leadership with real influence across fabrication and delivery
Established Lower North Island engineering business with strong forward workload

Lead design and delivery of heavy mechanical and structural engineering projects in a senior, hands-on role within a growing industrial engineering

subClassification: Mechanical EngineeringMechanical Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

6d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Mechanical / Project Engineer (intermediate to Senior)

at Thermoplastic Engineering Limited

This is a Full time job

Porirua, Wellington

Work with a well-established New Zealand engineering manufacturer.
Flexible role level with opportunity to grow skills and take project ownership
Small experienced team, hands-on work, custom high-spec fabrication projects.

Work with a well-established New Zealand engineering manufacturer.
Flexible role level with opportunity to grow skills and take project ownership
Small experienced team, hands-on work, custom high-spec fabrication projects.

TPE is a New Zealand engineering manufacturer specialising in fume extraction systems, plastic ducting, specialty tanks, and ventilation solutions.

subClassification: Mechanical EngineeringMechanical Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

12d ago

Listed fourteen days ago

Intermediate Mechanical Engineer

at Dobbie Engineers Ltd

This is a Full time job

Newmarket, Auckland(Hybrid)

Work on diverse, complex engineering projects across NZ industries
Strong mentoring and support toward Chartered Engineer (CPEng)
Join a high-performing team solving real industrial challenges

Work on diverse, complex engineering projects across NZ industries
Strong mentoring and support toward Chartered Engineer (CPEng)
Join a high-performing team solving real industrial challenges

Join us in designing industrial plant and process systems, solving complex problems and supporting project delivery for NZ clients.

subClassification: Mechanical EngineeringMechanical Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

14d ago

Listed one day ago

Engineering Project Manager

at Metro Recruitment Ltd

This is a Full time job

Queenstown, Otago

Fantastic career & lifestyle opportunity based in Queenstown
International company in an exciting expansion faze
Advanced innovative Project Engineering opportunity

Fantastic career & lifestyle opportunity based in Queenstown
International company in an exciting expansion faze
Advanced innovative Project Engineering opportunity

A unique opportunity for a Senior Mechanical Engineer to join the innovative design team at Shotover Systems in Queenstown.

subClassification: Project ManagementProject Management

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

1d ago

Listed nineteen days ago

Lead Engineer - Mechanical

at Gallagher

This is a Full time job

Hamilton Lake, Waikato

Lead and mentor a skilled mechanical team across cutting-edge hardware projects
Shape designs from concept to production-ready solutions with global impact
Collaborate across electronics, firmware, and manufacturing

Lead and mentor a skilled mechanical team across cutting-edge hardware projects
Shape designs from concept to production-ready solutions with global impact
Collaborate across electronics, firmware, and manufacturing

Drive mechanical innovation, lead design & prototyping, and deliver robust, manufacturable hardware solutions in a high-impact team!

subClassification: Mechanical EngineeringMechanical Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

19d ago

Listed four days ago

SENIOR CAD DRAFTER/MECHANICAL DESIGNER

at Drevon Holdings

This is a Full time job

Mount Wellington, Auckland

Key design role in leading infrastructure design, build and install engineering company. Piping, AutoCAD3D and Solidworks essential.

subClassification: Engineering DraftingEngineering Drafting

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

4d ago

Listed twenty hours ago

Junior / Intermediate Design Engineer / Mechanical Designer

at Action Manufacturing LP

This is a Full time job

Te Rapa, Waikato

Join our dedicated team of 350+ people and help deliver industry-leading products that keep our partners moving.

subClassification: Mechanical EngineeringMechanical Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

20h ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Mechanical Design Engineer

at Steelbro

This is a Full time job

Wigram, Canterbury

Work on highly engineered heavy machinery products
Be involved in the entire product lifecycle, from concept to production
Join a globally recognised export manufacturer

Work on highly engineered heavy machinery products
Be involved in the entire product lifecycle, from concept to production
Join a globally recognised export manufacturer

This is a role for a true mechanical engineer, where design work is based on first principles engineering, not just CAD modelling.

subClassification: Mechanical EngineeringMechanical Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

13d ago

Listed twenty three hours ago

Industrial Mechanical Engineer

at Aurecon

This is a Full time job

Christchurch, Canterbury

+4% Kiwisaver

Deliver industrial projects from concept through to commissioning
Build hands-on experience with plant, machinery, and automation
Grow into client-facing project leadership across NZ

Deliver industrial projects from concept through to commissioning
Build hands-on experience with plant, machinery, and automation
Grow into client-facing project leadership across NZ

Join an industrial team delivering real projects. Build capability across design, delivery, and client engagement as you step into project leadership

subClassification: Mechanical EngineeringMechanical Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

23h ago

Listed eleven days ago

Mechanical Engineer

at Utility Fleet Vehicles

This is a Contract/Temp job

Mount Maunganui, Bay of Plenty

Mechanical Engineer (12-month contract) with electric vehicle maker, Mt Maunganui. Creating tough, reliable vehicles for real work.

subClassification: Mechanical EngineeringMechanical Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

11d ago

Listed seven days ago

Technical Manager - Generation Development

at Mercury

This is a Full time job

Newmarket, Auckland(Hybrid)

mobile + laptop + annual salary reviews

Flexibility to be based in Auckland, Tauranga or Hamilton
Provide technical leadership across multi-disciplinary renewable projects
Excellent benefits including additional leave & WFH flexibility

Flexibility to be based in Auckland, Tauranga or Hamilton
Provide technical leadership across multi-disciplinary renewable projects
Excellent benefits including additional leave & WFH flexibility

Lead engineering delivery for large-scale renewable projects, from feasibility to commissioning, within a diverse national development pipeline.

subClassification: Project EngineeringProject Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

7d ago

Listed five days ago

Industrial Maintenance ENGINEER - Mechanical

at Taylors

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

Be part of a supportive, safety focused, and close knit team
Contribute to a growing business where your skills make a visible difference

Be part of a supportive, safety focused, and close knit team
Contribute to a growing business where your skills make a visible difference

We are looking for a talented and mechanically minded Industrial Maintenance Engineer to join our Team.

subClassification: Mechanical EngineeringMechanical Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

5d ago

Listed nineteen days ago

Mechanical Engineer

at Phillip Riley

This is a Full time job

Alexandra, Otago(Hybrid)

Competitive salary + benefits + relocation

Locations: Preferably Alexandra (our stunning HQ), or Christchurch
Power NZ's Renewable Future from the Heart of Central Otago
Real projects. Real assets. Real impact.

Locations: Preferably Alexandra (our stunning HQ), or Christchurch
Power NZ's Renewable Future from the Heart of Central Otago
Real projects. Real assets. Real impact.

Join Pioneer Energy as a Mechanical or Senior Mechanical Engineer and get to live and work with some of the best in the country

subClassification: Mechanical EngineeringMechanical Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

19d ago

Listed three days ago

Senior Mechanical Engineer

at Holmes Solutions

This is a Full time job

Hornby, Canterbury

Health Insurance + KiwiSaver + bonus + more!

Health Insurance, KiwiSaver, profit share bonus & wellness allowance.
Coffee machine, tea, fresh fruit & snacks. Onsite gym and classes available.
Flexible working arrangements to suit your lifestyle.

Health Insurance, KiwiSaver, profit share bonus & wellness allowance.
Coffee machine, tea, fresh fruit & snacks. Onsite gym and classes available.
Flexible working arrangements to suit your lifestyle.

We're expanding and looking for talented engineers to grow with us. If you have a background in machine design or structural weldments - apply today!

subClassification: Mechanical EngineeringMechanical Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

3d ago

Listed eleven days ago

Intermediate to Senior Level Mechanical Engineer (Design / Projects)

at Caliber Design Ltd.

This is a Full time job

Tauranga Central, Bay of Plenty(Remote)

Houry Rate + Overtime

We are building NZ's most versatile engineering team. We need your help to support our clients' projects across a wide range of industries.

subClassification: Mechanical EngineeringMechanical Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

11d ago

Listed twenty nine days ago

Mechanical Engineer

at Caliber Design Ltd.

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury(Hybrid)

Hourly Rate + Over Time

Join a fast-grow team working on the most interesting projects in NZ.
Full time, permanent role with generous over time & paid learning & development.
Monthly pub meetings, quarterly events and great collegues.

Join a fast-grow team working on the most interesting projects in NZ.
Full time, permanent role with generous over time & paid learning & development.
Monthly pub meetings, quarterly events and great collegues.

We are building NZ's most versatile engineering team. We need your help to support our client's projects across a wide range of industries.

subClassification: Mechanical EngineeringMechanical Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

29d ago

Listed seventeen days ago

Small Projects Team Leader

at Apex Water Limited

This is a Full time job

Mount Wellington, Auckland

A fast-paced environment guaranteeing career growth
Collaborative & supportive environment valuing creativity, innovation & teamwork
Competitive salary and benefits on offer

A fast-paced environment guaranteeing career growth
Collaborative & supportive environment valuing creativity, innovation & teamwork
Competitive salary and benefits on offer

Leads delivery of water and wastewater projects, overseeing teams, budgets and stakeholders to ensure safe, high-quality project outcomes.

subClassification: ManagementManagement

classification: Construction(Construction)

17d ago

Listed four days ago