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Mechanical Design Engineer

at UMC Innovation

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

Family oriented culture, collaborative atmosphere
Innovative projects & cutting-edge technology
Career growth opportunities, competitive salary

Family oriented culture, collaborative atmosphere
Innovative projects & cutting-edge technology
Career growth opportunities, competitive salary

Opportunity awaits for an innovative, solutions focused mechanical designer at UMC Innovation in Christchurch

Opportunity awaits for an innovative, solutions focused mechanical designer at UMC Innovation in Christchurch

subClassification: Mechanical EngineeringMechanical Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

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Production Engineer - Relocate to Timaru

at People Inc Group Limited

This is a Full time job

Generous base plus bonus and relocation

Drive improvements across processes, SOPs, and systems
Key role in fast-growing SME with visible impact
Competitive package including salary, bonus and relocation support

Drive improvements across processes, SOPs, and systems
Key role in fast-growing SME with visible impact
Competitive package including salary, bonus and relocation support

Drive improvements across production processes, SOPs, and manufacturing systems within this growing NZ manufacturer.

Drive improvements across production processes, SOPs, and manufacturing systems within this growing NZ manufacturer.

subClassification: Mechanical EngineeringMechanical Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

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Listed nineteen days ago

Senior Scientist/Engineer

at Victoria University of Wellington

This is a Full time job

Gracefield, Wellington

$109,920 to $135,265 per annum

Located within Paihau - Robinson Research Institute
Join New Zealand’s first-ranked university for research
Develop your career in a collegial and collaborative environment

Located within Paihau - Robinson Research Institute
Join New Zealand’s first-ranked university for research
Develop your career in a collegial and collaborative environment

In this permanent, full-time role you will work on a number of applied engineering programmes in our space research team.

In this permanent, full-time role you will work on a number of applied engineering programmes in our space research team.

subClassification: Aerospace EngineeringAerospace Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

19d ago

19d ago

Listed fourteen days ago

Product Development Engineer

at Fisher & Paykel Healthcare

This is a Full time job

Global medical device manufacturer with excellent benefits
Fantastic employee benefits, incl free onsite car parking and subsidised cafes
Work alongside a team of highly experienced engineers

Global medical device manufacturer with excellent benefits
Fantastic employee benefits, incl free onsite car parking and subsidised cafes
Work alongside a team of highly experienced engineers

Care to make a difference...Be part of creating innovative medical devices while growing your skills in a supportive engineering team!

Care to make a difference...Be part of creating innovative medical devices while growing your skills in a supportive engineering team!

subClassification: Mechanical EngineeringMechanical Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

14d ago•Expiring

14d ago•Expiring

Listed twenty hours ago

Product Development Engineer

at Fisher & Paykel Healthcare

This is a Full time job

Shape the future of medical devices
Work alongside 100+ expert engineers
Generous staff benefits including subsidised, onsite cafeteria

Shape the future of medical devices
Work alongside 100+ expert engineers
Generous staff benefits including subsidised, onsite cafeteria

Thrive in fast-paced innovation? Join our Surgery team to develop new products, test ideas, and help transform clinical practice and growth.

Thrive in fast-paced innovation? Join our Surgery team to develop new products, test ideas, and help transform clinical practice and growth.

subClassification: Industrial EngineeringIndustrial Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

20h ago

20h ago

Listed eighteen days ago

Mechanical Design Engineer

at UMC Innovation

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

Family oriented culture, collaborative atmosphere
Innovative projects & cutting-edge technology
Career growth opportunities, competitive salary

Family oriented culture, collaborative atmosphere
Innovative projects & cutting-edge technology
Career growth opportunities, competitive salary

Opportunity awaits for an innovative, solutions focused mechanical designer at UMC Innovation in Christchurch

Opportunity awaits for an innovative, solutions focused mechanical designer at UMC Innovation in Christchurch

subClassification: Mechanical EngineeringMechanical Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

18d ago

18d ago

Listed twenty days ago

Intermediate Design Engineer

at Anura Limited

This is a Full time job

Wairau Valley, Auckland

Design and develop innovative systems for amphibious marine technology, from concept through to manufacturing.

Design and develop innovative systems for amphibious marine technology, from concept through to manufacturing.

subClassification: Mechanical EngineeringMechanical Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

20d ago

20d ago

Listed three days ago

Production Engineer - Relocate to Timaru

at People Inc Group Limited

This is a Full time job

Generous base plus bonus and relocation

Drive improvements across processes, SOPs, and systems
Key role in fast-growing SME with visible impact
Competitive package including salary, bonus and relocation support

Drive improvements across processes, SOPs, and systems
Key role in fast-growing SME with visible impact
Competitive package including salary, bonus and relocation support

Drive improvements across production processes, SOPs, and manufacturing systems within this growing NZ manufacturer.

Drive improvements across production processes, SOPs, and manufacturing systems within this growing NZ manufacturer.

subClassification: Mechanical EngineeringMechanical Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

3d ago

3d ago

Listed eleven days ago

Technical Officer in Mechanical Engineering

at The University of Waikato

This is a Full time job

Hamilton East, Waikato

Work with cutting-edge prototyping & manufacturing tech
Support real-world research and industry projects
Collaborative team with strong innovation focus

Work with cutting-edge prototyping & manufacturing tech
Support real-world research and industry projects
Collaborative team with strong innovation focus

Support innovative engineering research and teaching through hands-on prototyping, manufacturing, and technical expertise.

Support innovative engineering research and teaching through hands-on prototyping, manufacturing, and technical expertise.

subClassification: Mechanical EngineeringMechanical Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

11d ago

11d ago

Listed seven days ago

Process Development Engineer - Mechanical/Mechatronics

at Fisher & Paykel Healthcare

This is a Full time job

Shape the future of medical devices
Work alongside 100+ expert engineers
Subsidised cafeteria food, free onsite parking

Shape the future of medical devices
Work alongside 100+ expert engineers
Subsidised cafeteria food, free onsite parking

Deliver innovative manufacturing processes through collaboration across mechanical, moulding, and control disciplines.

Deliver innovative manufacturing processes through collaboration across mechanical, moulding, and control disciplines.

subClassification: Mechanical EngineeringMechanical Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

7d ago

7d ago

Listed one day ago

Junior R&D Scientist

at Precision Chroma

This is a Contract/Temp job

Ilam, Canterbury

We are looking for a R&D scientist/engineer to help develop and scale 3D-printed chromatography technology for biopharma manufacturing.

We are looking for a R&D scientist/engineer to help develop and scale 3D-printed chromatography technology for biopharma manufacturing.

subClassification: Laboratory & Technical ServicesLaboratory & Technical Services

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

1d ago

1d ago

Listed eleven days ago

Mechanical Design Engineer

at Concentric Engineered Solutions Ltd

This is a Full time job

Penrose, Auckland

$80,000 – $110,000 per year

We’re looking for a capable mechanical engineer who enjoys practical engineering work and producing high-quality CAD designs that actually get built

We’re looking for a capable mechanical engineer who enjoys practical engineering work and producing high-quality CAD designs that actually get built

subClassification: Mechanical EngineeringMechanical Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

11d ago

11d ago

Listed six days ago

Graduate Reservoir Engineer - Modeller

This is a Full time job

Rotorua Central, Bay of Plenty

Learn from experts across engineering and operations
Opportunity to grow and develop your skills with excellent career progression
Excellent benefits including additional leave (MyDays)

Learn from experts across engineering and operations
Opportunity to grow and develop your skills with excellent career progression
Excellent benefits including additional leave (MyDays)

Kickstart your geothermal career in Rotorua—build cutting-edge models and help shape smart, sustainable energy solutions alongside industry experts.

Kickstart your geothermal career in Rotorua—build cutting-edge models and help shape smart, sustainable energy solutions alongside industry experts.

subClassification: Mechanical EngineeringMechanical Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

6d ago

6d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Technical and Projects Lead

at Peak Recruitment New Zealand Ltd

This is a Full time job

Waitakere & West Auckland, Auckland

Lead technical projects from concept to launch
Join a global Kiwi manufacturer known for sustainable innovation
Enjoy wellness perks, flexibility and development support

Lead technical projects from concept to launch
Join a global Kiwi manufacturer known for sustainable innovation
Enjoy wellness perks, flexibility and development support

Drive technical projects, testing and product innovation at Autex, with great people, wellness benefits and global product impact.

Drive technical projects, testing and product innovation at Autex, with great people, wellness benefits and global product impact.

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

13d ago

13d ago

Listed eight days ago

Engineering Lecturer

This is a Full time job

Mount Albert, Auckland

Fulltime fixed term role based at our beautiful Mount Albert Campus
Start ASAP through to December 2026
37.5-hour per week role in a dynamic, learner-focused teaching setting

Fulltime fixed term role based at our beautiful Mount Albert Campus
Start ASAP through to December 2026
37.5-hour per week role in a dynamic, learner-focused teaching setting

Exciting fixed-term teaching role – make an immediate impact supporting future mechanical engineers.

Exciting fixed-term teaching role – make an immediate impact supporting future mechanical engineers.

subClassification: Teaching - VocationalTeaching - Vocational

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

8d ago

8d ago

Listed eighteen days ago

Intermediate Mechanical Engineer

at Dobbie Engineers Ltd

This is a Full time job

Newmarket, Auckland(Hybrid)

A stable consultancy with a strong reputation and pipeline
Varied work across New Zealand's leading industrial sector
A team that values balance, learning, and supporting each other

A stable consultancy with a strong reputation and pipeline
Varied work across New Zealand's leading industrial sector
A team that values balance, learning, and supporting each other

We're growing, and we're looking for an engineer who enjoys complex problems, great clients, and meaningful work.

We're growing, and we're looking for an engineer who enjoys complex problems, great clients, and meaningful work.

subClassification: Mechanical EngineeringMechanical Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

18d ago

18d ago

Listed twenty two days ago

Simulation and Analysis Engineer

at Holmes Solutions

This is a Full time job

Hornby, Canterbury(Hybrid)

Health Insurance, KiwiSaver, bonus + more!

Health Insurance, KiwiSaver, profit share bonus and wellness allowance.
A coffee machine, tea, fresh fruit and snacks. An onsite gym and classes.
A great team culture and environment with flexible working options available.

Health Insurance, KiwiSaver, profit share bonus and wellness allowance.
A coffee machine, tea, fresh fruit and snacks. An onsite gym and classes.
A great team culture and environment with flexible working options available.

If you write clean code, thrive in a collaborative environment, and take pride in delivering work that matters - we'd love to hear from you!

If you write clean code, thrive in a collaborative environment, and take pride in delivering work that matters - we'd love to hear from you!

subClassification: Engineering - SoftwareEngineering - Software

classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

22d ago

22d ago

Listed thirteen hours ago

Mechanical Design Engineer

at Scott Technology Ltd

This is a Full time job

Dunedin Central, Otago

Join a growing team!

Design leading automation and robotic solutions
Join a collaborative, innovative engineering team
Grow through diverse projects and global exposure

Design leading automation and robotic solutions
Join a collaborative, innovative engineering team
Grow through diverse projects and global exposure

This is an exciting opportunity to work on cutting edge industrial automation projects in a collaborative, forward-thinking environment.

This is an exciting opportunity to work on cutting edge industrial automation projects in a collaborative, forward-thinking environment.

subClassification: Industrial EngineeringIndustrial Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

13h ago

13h ago

Listed sixteen hours ago

Reliability Engineer

at Applied Industrial Technologies Pty Ltd

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

East Tamaki, Auckland

Flexible location - Auckland or Christchurch
Fully Maintained Vehcile

Flexible location - Auckland or Christchurch
Fully Maintained Vehcile

We have an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated, qualified Engineer to join our team in either Auckland, Hamilton or Christchurch.

We have an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated, qualified Engineer to join our team in either Auckland, Hamilton or Christchurch.

subClassification: Industrial EngineeringIndustrial Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

16h ago

16h ago

Listed eighteen hours ago

Project Engineer

at Lawson Williams

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

Full project responsibility and autonomy.
Interesting production and facilities improvement opportunity.
Well regarded organisation, you will work closely with key decision makers.

Full project responsibility and autonomy.
Interesting production and facilities improvement opportunity.
Well regarded organisation, you will work closely with key decision makers.

Lead capital projects and plant improvements for a fast-growing Nutraceuticals manufacturer investing in its next stage of growth.

Lead capital projects and plant improvements for a fast-growing Nutraceuticals manufacturer investing in its next stage of growth.

subClassification: Project EngineeringProject Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

18h ago

18h ago

Listed five days ago

Mechanical Design Engineer (SolidWorks)

at NCS Acoustics

This is a Full time job

Takanini, Auckland

See your designs built - concept through to installation
Hands-on role in fabrication, real-world engineering projects
Join NZ’s leading acoustics manufacturer, tight-knit team

See your designs built - concept through to installation
Hands-on role in fabrication, real-world engineering projects
Join NZ’s leading acoustics manufacturer, tight-knit team

Bring your design expertise into a hands-on engineering environment where your ideas go beyond the screen and into real-world fabrication.

Bring your design expertise into a hands-on engineering environment where your ideas go beyond the screen and into real-world fabrication.

subClassification: Mechanical EngineeringMechanical Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

5d ago

5d ago

Listed four days ago

Production Engineer - Intermediate

at Vickers Aircraft Company

This is a Full time job

Hamilton Central, Waikato

$85,000 – $105,000 per year

We’re seeking a motivated Intermediate Production Engineer to contribute to our mission of excellence in aircraft manufacturing.

We’re seeking a motivated Intermediate Production Engineer to contribute to our mission of excellence in aircraft manufacturing.

subClassification: Mechanical EngineeringMechanical Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

4d ago

4d ago

Listed five days ago

Product Design Engineer

at Price Holyoake (NZ) Ltd

This is a Full time job

East Tamaki, Auckland

Product Design Engineer role, based in Auckland, HVAC industry focused on product design, R&D, testing, and continuous improvement.

Product Design Engineer role, based in Auckland, HVAC industry focused on product design, R&D, testing, and continuous improvement.

subClassification: Mechanical EngineeringMechanical Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

5d ago

5d ago

Listed fourteen days ago

Mechanical Engineer / Senior Mechanical Engineer

This is a Full time job

Hamilton Central, Waikato

Industrial engineering expertise
Trusted by leading NZ energy and heavy industry clients
Strong career growth potential

Industrial engineering expertise
Trusted by leading NZ energy and heavy industry clients
Strong career growth potential

Connecting exceptional engineers with meaningful projects that keep industry moving across NZ.

Connecting exceptional engineers with meaningful projects that keep industry moving across NZ.

subClassification: Mechanical EngineeringMechanical Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

14d ago

14d ago

Listed eighteen days ago

Project Engineer

at Cavotec New Zealand

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

Complex and Global Projects
Great Support

Complex and Global Projects
Great Support

We want someone to be part of the world leader in Automated Mooring Systems to deliver world-class projects to our customers spanning the globe.

We want someone to be part of the world leader in Automated Mooring Systems to deliver world-class projects to our customers spanning the globe.

subClassification: Project EngineeringProject Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

18d ago

18d ago

Listed one day ago

Graduate / Process Engineer

at DIALOG Fitzroy Ltd

This is a Full time job

New Plymouth Central, Taranaki

Join DIALOG Fitzroy as a permanent, full-time Graduate / Process Engineer in New Plymouth or Wellington!

Join DIALOG Fitzroy as a permanent, full-time Graduate / Process Engineer in New Plymouth or Wellington!

subClassification: Process EngineeringProcess Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

1d ago

1d ago

Listed eight days ago

Senior Mechanical Engineer

This is a Full time job

Melville, Waikato

Salary + Yearly Bonus + Onsite Parking

Fast-moving agritech environment – Gallagher backing
End-to-end product ownership – concept, prototyping, improvement
Development opportunities + global career pathways

Fast-moving agritech environment – Gallagher backing
End-to-end product ownership – concept, prototyping, improvement
Development opportunities + global career pathways

Design real-world hardware that solves practical problems for farmers globally.

Design real-world hardware that solves practical problems for farmers globally.

subClassification: Mechanical EngineeringMechanical Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

8d ago

8d ago

Listed five days ago

Injection Moulding Process Engineer

at Tekplas 2025 Limited

This is a Full time job

Tamahere, Waikato

Competitive pay rate - based on skills and experience| Paid rest & meal breaks.
Modern and clean work environment - cleanroom facility
Great team environment| Positive work culture

Competitive pay rate - based on skills and experience| Paid rest & meal breaks.
Modern and clean work environment - cleanroom facility
Great team environment| Positive work culture

Experienced Injection Moulding Process Engineer to develop and optimise moulding processes in a highly automated manufacturing environment.

Experienced Injection Moulding Process Engineer to develop and optimise moulding processes in a highly automated manufacturing environment.

subClassification: Production, Planning & SchedulingProduction, Planning & Scheduling

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

5d ago

5d ago

Listed twenty two days ago

Process Engineer

Immediate start

This is a Full time job

Mount Wellington, Auckland

Convenient Mount Wellington location
Great multicultural environment
Busy and fast paced manufacturing environment

Convenient Mount Wellington location
Great multicultural environment
Busy and fast paced manufacturing environment

Great role for an experienced Process Engineer who excels at improving processes, tackling technical challenges, and driving operational excellence.

Great role for an experienced Process Engineer who excels at improving processes, tackling technical challenges, and driving operational excellence.

subClassification: Process EngineeringProcess Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

22d ago

22d ago

Listed twenty five days ago

Mechanical Engineer - Building Services & Sustainability

at Recruitment Brands

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland(Hybrid)

120,000.00 plus relative to experience

- Competitive salary + flexibility (hybrid: 2 days WFH)
- Exciting sustainability-focused projects
- Clear progression pathway with training and support

- Competitive salary + flexibility (hybrid: 2 days WFH)
- Exciting sustainability-focused projects
- Clear progression pathway with training and support

leading building services consultancy seeking a Mechanical Engineer to join their Auckland CBD team. You'll work across mechanical & hydraulic service

leading building services consultancy seeking a Mechanical Engineer to join their Auckland CBD team. You'll work across mechanical & hydraulic service

Recruited byGreg Small

subClassification: Building Services EngineeringBuilding Services Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

25d ago•Expiring

25d ago•Expiring

Listed five days ago

Intermediate Engineer / Modelling Specialist

at Submergent Ltd

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

• A supportive and highly capable team that values learning and collaboration
• A genuinely technical role requiring creativity and versatility
• Diverse, high-impact projects with a wide technical range

• A supportive and highly capable team that values learning and collaboration
• A genuinely technical role requiring creativity and versatility
• Diverse, high-impact projects with a wide technical range

Intermediate Engineer / Modelling Specialist building hydraulic and hydrologic models in a team that values technical excellence and curiosity.

Intermediate Engineer / Modelling Specialist building hydraulic and hydrologic models in a team that values technical excellence and curiosity.

subClassification: Water & Waste EngineeringWater & Waste Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

5d ago

5d ago

Listed fifteen days ago

Senior Engineer (FEA / CFD / ML)

at Sequence Engineering

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland(Remote)

Drive high-impact FEA, CFD & ML projects across ANZ—solve complex engineering challenges, innovate boldly, and shape critical infrastructure.

Drive high-impact FEA, CFD & ML projects across ANZ—solve complex engineering challenges, innovate boldly, and shape critical infrastructure.

subClassification: Mechanical EngineeringMechanical Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

15d ago

15d ago

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