MECHANICAL ENGINEER JOBS

Mechanical Engineer Jobs

How to Enter

To secure a job as a Mechanical Engineer, it’s recommended to at least a New Zealand Diploma in Engineering combined with relevant work experience. However, completing a Bachelor of Engineering (Mechanical) degree can greatly improve your competitive edge within the Manufacturing market.


In additional, many employers are looking for the following personal requirements when hiring Mechanical Engineers:


  • Highly accurate with a good eye for detail
  • Organised with great project management skills
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and pragmatic
  • Able to work well under pressure
  • Can work independently and in a team


Typical Responsibilities

The typical daily job responsibilities of a Mechanical Engineer can include some or all of the following:



  • Identifying and understanding client’s or Manager’s requirements
  • Conducting investigations of existing systems and preparing reports based on findings
  • Reporting on the risks to safety and the environment of planned work
  • Preparing plans and drawings of machines or machine parts
  • Supervising the building, installation, repair and replacement of systems
  • Conducting field work where required
  • Reviewing and testing new systems
  • Estimating costs for jobs


Progression

Many Mechanical Engineers decide to move into management or senior-level roles as they gain experience. However, other options include moving into Project Management as a Project Engineer, or join an engineering consultancy firm. roles as they gain experience over time. Alternatively, Engineers can also choose to specialise further within their field, such as becoming a HVAC, Energy Resources or even Robotics Engineer.


Salary Range

Entry: 50K – 56K per annum (NZD)

Experienced (2+ years): 57K – 77K per annum (NZD)​