Our client is a high end customised solution design, manufacture, and commissioning company, specialising in mechanical, automation and robotic production machinery. They work throughout New Zealand and internationally with a global customer base providing customised solutions using the latest technology to optimise production.

With growth and expansion comes the need for additional people and we are looking for a Mechanical Design Engineer to join the Christchurch based team.

The Role

You will be responsible for converting design briefs into design details and working drawings.

Specifically, you will:

• Design and draft mechanical and electrical products and componentry
• Set up and test mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic systems
• Prepare manufacturing, arrangement and parts drawings and prepare BOMs.
• Ensure overall project compliance with relevant standards.
• Assist and/or lead onsite commissioning

To be successful in the role you will be:

• Tertiary qualified Mechanical Engineering (BE Mech)
• At least 5 years’ Mechanical Design experience with mechanical and automation systems
• Proven experience in manufacturing industry/materials handling/conveyor and/or food industry design
• Advanced skills with SolidWorks and AutoCAD
• Experienced in preparing manufacturing drawings – GD&T, welding requirements, dimensioning, etc.

Personally, you will have excellent communication skills, be a proven team player and be committed and motivated to completing work in an accurate and timely manner.

On offer is a highly competitive salary, not to mention the prospect of working within a proactive organisation.

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If you have the proven design skills, need a new challenge, and desire an opportunity further afield, let’s talk.

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