109 phd mechanical engineering jobs in New Zealand

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

at Victoria University of Wellington

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!

subClassification: Mechanical EngineeringMechanical Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

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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!

subClassification: Engineering - SoftwareEngineering - Software

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

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Listed forty three minutes ago

Kairuruku | Research Fellow

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This is a Full time job

Gracefield, Wellington

$91,738 to $107,600 per annum

Benefits include staff discounts at leading retailers
Join New Zealand’s first-ranked university for research
Develop your career in a collegial and collaborative environment

Benefits include staff discounts at leading retailers
Join New Zealand’s first-ranked university for research
Develop your career in a collegial and collaborative environment

Contribute to cutting-edge research at Paihau – Robinson Research Institute on a two-year contract.

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

43m ago

Listed nine days ago

Product Development Engineer

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

at Victoria University of Wellington

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!

subClassification: Mechanical EngineeringMechanical Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

9d ago

Listed fourteen days ago

Senior Scientist/Engineer

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.

subClassification: Aerospace EngineeringAerospace Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

14d ago

Listed seventeen 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!

subClassification: Engineering - SoftwareEngineering - Software

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

17d ago

Listed one day ago

Graduate Reservoir Engineer - Modeller

at Mercury

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.

subClassification: Mechanical EngineeringMechanical Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

1d ago

Listed six hours ago

Injection Moulding Process Engineer

at Tekplas 2025 Limited

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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.

subClassification: Production, Planning & SchedulingProduction, Planning & Scheduling

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

6h ago

Listed six 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.

subClassification: Mechanical EngineeringMechanical Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

6d ago

Listed two days ago

Process Development Engineer - Mechanical/Mechatronics

This is a Full time job

at Peak Recruitment New Zealand Ltd

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.

subClassification: Mechanical EngineeringMechanical Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

2d ago

Listed fifteen 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.

subClassification: Mechanical EngineeringMechanical Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

15d ago

Listed eight days ago

Technical and Projects Lead

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.

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Design & Architecture(Design & Architecture)

8d ago

Listed twenty nine days ago

Product Engineer

at Hendrickson Asia Pacific Pty Ltd

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Join a growing business backed by a globally respected brand!
Newly created role with the opportunity to shape and influence our future!
Work on technically challenging, real‑world engineering solutions

Join a growing business backed by a globally respected brand!
Newly created role with the opportunity to shape and influence our future!
Work on technically challenging, real‑world engineering solutions

Design and support heavy‑vehicle suspension systems while providing hands‑on technical support to teams and customers across the region.

subClassification: Mechanical EngineeringMechanical Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

29d ago

Listed fifteen days ago

Mechanical Engineer - Production Engineering

at Halter

This is a Full time job

$145,000 per year

Work for a kiwi startup creating innovative, world first technology
Opportunity for rapid development and career progression
Unlimited leave, ESOP, free office snacks & a yearly growth fund

Work for a kiwi startup creating innovative, world first technology
Opportunity for rapid development and career progression
Unlimited leave, ESOP, free office snacks & a yearly growth fund

Lead production engineering infrastructure: design and deploy fixtures and automation, and own manufacturing tooling to scale quality globally.

subClassification: Mechanical EngineeringMechanical Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

15d ago

Listed six hours ago

Intermediate Engineer / Modelling Specialist

at Submergent Ltd

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

• 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.

subClassification: Water & Waste EngineeringWater & Waste Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

6h ago

Listed three days ago

Engineering Lecturer

at Unitec

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.

subClassification: Teaching - VocationalTeaching - Vocational

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

3d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Mechanical Design Engineer

at UMC Innovation

This is a Full time job

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

subClassification: Mechanical EngineeringMechanical Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

13d ago

Listed three days ago

Senior Mechanical Engineer

at Gallagher

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.

subClassification: Mechanical EngineeringMechanical Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

3d ago

Listed nine days ago

Product Development Engineer

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Mount Wellington, Auckland

Global medical device manufacturer and world leading products
Fantastic employee benefits, incl free onsite car parking and subsidised cafes
Opportunities to deepen expertise, specialise, or mentor others over time

Global medical device manufacturer and world leading products
Fantastic employee benefits, incl free onsite car parking and subsidised cafes
Opportunities to deepen expertise, specialise, or mentor others over time

Care to make a difference....Apply your expertise to transform ideas into high-quality medical devices that improve patient lives.

subClassification: Mechanical EngineeringMechanical Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

9d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Process Engineer – Liquid Process

at GEA New Zealand

This is a Full time job

Get involved and contribute to a better world!
Our technologies and solutions enhance quality of life
Be part of a passionate team of more than 18,000 people around the globe

Get involved and contribute to a better world!
Our technologies and solutions enhance quality of life
Be part of a passionate team of more than 18,000 people around the globe

We are GEA, one of the world’s largest systems suppliers for the food, beverage, and pharmaceutical sectors with market-leading solutions. Join us!

subClassification: Project EngineeringProject Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

13d ago

Listed twenty three days ago

Mechanical Project Engineer

at Daifuku Oceania

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Rosedale, Auckland

Join the Global Industry Leader in Material Handling and Baggage Handling System
Work on complex, high-impact automation and material handling projects
Collaborative, cross-functional environment with strong engineering and delivery

Join the Global Industry Leader in Material Handling and Baggage Handling System
Work on complex, high-impact automation and material handling projects
Collaborative, cross-functional environment with strong engineering and delivery

Revit/BIM expert with strong technical drawing and project engineering skills? Help deliver complex automation projects.

subClassification: Project EngineeringProject Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

23d ago

Listed nine days ago

Professional Teaching Fellow - School of Chemical Sciences - part-time

at The University of Auckland

Expiring soon

This is a Part time job

Mount Wellington, Auckland

$105,791 per year

Ongoing professional development opportunities
Excellent location
Competitive superannuation scheme and Employee benefits

Ongoing professional development opportunities
Excellent location
Competitive superannuation scheme and Employee benefits

The School of Chemical Sciences seeks to appoint a new continuing academic as a Professional Teaching Fellow

subClassification: Teaching - TertiaryTeaching - Tertiary

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

9d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Specialist Engineer - Pressure Equipment

at Mercury

This is a Full time job

Rotorua Central, Bay of Plenty(Hybrid)

mobile + laptop + annual salary reviews

Exposure to geothermal and hydro assets
Subject matter expert for pressure equipment at Mercury
Excellent benefits including additional leave & WFH flexibility

Exposure to geothermal and hydro assets
Subject matter expert for pressure equipment at Mercury
Excellent benefits including additional leave & WFH flexibility

Ensure pressure equipment compliance & provide mechanical engineering expertise across generation in a collaborative engineering team.

subClassification: Mechanical EngineeringMechanical Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

13d ago

Listed ten 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.

subClassification: Mechanical EngineeringMechanical Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

10d ago

Listed one day ago

Engineering Team Lead – Evaporator, Dryer & Powder

at GEA New Zealand

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Get involved and contribute to a better world!
Our technologies and solutions enhance quality of life
Be part of a passionate team of more than 18,000 people around the globe

Get involved and contribute to a better world!
Our technologies and solutions enhance quality of life
Be part of a passionate team of more than 18,000 people around the globe

We are GEA, one of the world’s largest systems suppliers for the food, beverage, and pharmaceutical sectors with market-leading solutions. Join us!

subClassification: Project EngineeringProject Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

1d ago

Listed three hours ago

Development Engineer II - Thermal Protection Systems

at Rocket Lab

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Mount Wellington, Auckland

eligibility for RSUs & ESSP

Design heat shields and TPS assemblies that enable Neutron's bold reusability!
Drive hands-on development testing and thermal modeling for critical flight hard
Shape the future of spaceflight with cutting-edge thermal protection innovation

Design heat shields and TPS assemblies that enable Neutron's bold reusability!
Drive hands-on development testing and thermal modeling for critical flight hard
Shape the future of spaceflight with cutting-edge thermal protection innovation

Design and test cutting-edge thermal protection systems for Neutron-our new reusable rocket. Own TPS development from concept to launch pad.

subClassification: Aerospace EngineeringAerospace Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

3h ago

Listed six days ago

Product Manager

at APD Ltd

This is a Full time job

Wiri, Auckland(Hybrid)

Work with an awesome team to drive growth and shape strategy
Rem range $130K to $145k

Work with an awesome team to drive growth and shape strategy
Rem range $130K to $145k

Join APD, and turn Doing Good into your daily job

subClassification: ManagementManagement

classification: Sales(Sales)

6d ago

Listed eight days ago

Clinical Research Scientist - Clinical Education, Infant Care

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Massey University, Manawatu

Shape the future of medical devices
Global medical device company
Generous staff benefits including subsidised, onsite cafeteria

Shape the future of medical devices
Global medical device company
Generous staff benefits including subsidised, onsite cafeteria

Lead a global clinical portfolio, focusing on education and collaborating with R&D, field specialists, and medical device experts.

subClassification: Industrial EngineeringIndustrial Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

8d ago

Listed two hours ago

Senior Technician - Workshop Engineer

at Massey University

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Maintain, repair, and service specialised veterinary equipment
Ensure safe, reliable, and compliant teaching and research systems
Support design, build, and delivery of bespoke technical solutions

Maintain, repair, and service specialised veterinary equipment
Ensure safe, reliable, and compliant teaching and research systems
Support design, build, and delivery of bespoke technical solutions

Provide vital workshop & technical support to ensure safe, reliable equipment for teaching, research, and clinical work at Massey's Veterinary School

subClassification: TechniciansTechnicians

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

2h ago

Listed sixteen days ago

Head of Engineering

at Sprout Group Ltd

This is a Full time job

Wellington

Help bspkl build the machine that changes how clean energy gets made.

subClassification: ManagementManagement

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

16d ago

Listed ten days ago

Electric Drive System Engineer

at Holmes Solutions

This is a Full time job

Hornby, Canterbury

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.

Ready to be part of something exciting? Join our growing, innovative team and help shape the future of electric drive system engineering- apply today!

subClassification: Electrical/Electronic EngineeringElectrical/Electronic Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

10d ago

Listed one day ago

Project Design Engineer

at 4x4 Trailering Division

This is a Full time job