Recruitnet Consulting Group Ltd
Mechanical Design Engineer
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Important information
Contract type:
Permanent
Location:
Thames, New Zealand
Work mode:
Onsite
Published on:
18 August 2026
What they need
Want to do more than just produce drawings?
This is an opportunity for a capable Design Engineer to take real ownership of engineered products — from early-stage concepts and prototypes through to production launch and ongoing improvement.
Working as part of a cross-functional engineering team, you’ll turn customer needs and technical requirements into practical, manufacturable and commercially sound mechanical designs.
About the role
You’ll be hands-on across the full product development lifecycle, including:
- Developing 3D CAD models, assemblies and production drawings
- Applying DFM/DFA, tolerancing, material selection and mechanical engineering principles
- Taking concepts through feasibility, design review, prototyping and validation
- Developing BOMs and working closely with procurement and manufacturing
- Collaborating with electrical, controls, software and production teams
- Designing with cost, performance and manufacturability firmly in mind
- Supporting root-cause analysis and resolving production or field issues
- Managing engineering documentation, design changes and validation records
This isn’t a narrow CAD role. You’ll have the opportunity to influence how products are designed, built, launched and improved.
What we're looking for
You’ll be a mechanical/design engineer who enjoys solving real-world engineering problems and can balance technical detail with the bigger commercial picture.
You’ll bring strong mechanical design capability, confidence working in a multidisciplinary environment, and an understanding that a great design needs to perform on the drawing board, on the factory floor and in the hands of the customer.
Why this role?
The business is putting design at the heart of product development.
That means greater ownership, greater influence and the chance to see your work progress all the way from an idea to a market-ready product.
Success is measured not simply by engineering output, but by delivering innovative, manufacturable products that perform in the real world.
If you’re a Design Engineer who wants end-to-end ownership, genuine technical challenges and the satisfaction of seeing your designs become real products, we’d like to hear from you.
What next?
Apply now with your CV and a brief cover letter telling us why this role excites you. For a confidential discussion call Brigitta Warren on [021 466 732](tel:021 466 732).
Please note that you will need to be in New Zealand to be considered for this role.
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