Job Description

Lead Mechanical Engineer

We’re hiring to meet the strong growth and increasing demand across New Zealand’s industrial and manufacturing sectors, ensuring we have the mechanical engineering capability to deliver high‑impact, multi‑discipline projects for our clients.

You’ll be responsible for engineering and managing multi-disciplinary projects for our key and platinum customers – from managing concept design, costing, detailed mechanical design development, construction management, and commissioning.

What You’ll Do

• Lead medium to large projects, taking responsibility for successful delivery that meets client expectations and business objectives
• Provide mechanical engineering expertise in an industrial environment, including detailed mechanical and piping design, development of technical specifications, and drawing management
• Manage the delivery of multi discipline projects while continuing to build the confidence to lead and own future projects
• Mentor and coach junior team members, supporting their development and helping the team deliver high quality outcomes for clients
• Develop and maintain client relationships to support winning and successfully delivering work
• Travel to client and project sites across NZ, building hands-on experience with industrial mechanical plant.

What You’ll Bring

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering (Washington Accord).
• Demonstrated experience in a similar role, with approximately ten years or more of relevant industry experience
• Strong Project and Design management experience co-ordinating multi-discipline projects with a broad knowledge of other engineering disciples
• Sound technical knowledge with hygienic and pressure piping system design, surge analysis, pipe stress and hydraulic analysis.
• Working knowledge with PECPR requirements, AS/NZS 1170, ASME B31 suite of codes or equivalent standards.
• Exposure to (or a willingness to learn) piping industry software such as AutoPIPE, PIPE-FLO, or similar.
• Demonstrated success in winning work
• Willingness to travel to site as required

Ready to bring ideas to life?    

You really can bring your whole self to work and be confident that your voice will be heard. We don't just claim that we're inclusive and innovative, it's proven by the independent awards and accreditations we have gained, and we're always seeking new ways to prove (and improve!) our commitment to diversity.

We’re committed to a fair, inclusive recruitment process. If you need adjustments or support to make it more accessible, please let us know. 

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Kia māia, kia kaha, mahi tahi / Be bold, be strong, work as one