Graduate Engineer

Pratt & Whitney; Christchurch; On-site; NZD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training & mentoring

Shift allowances & meals

Secure car parking

Job summary

Christchurch Engine Centre, a joint venture between Pratt & Whitney and Air New Zealand, runs a two-year Graduate Programme for aspiring engineers. You will rotate across Digital, Process, Powerplant, Tooling, Repair Development, Industrial and Production Engineering, receiving professional training and mentoring.

As you progress, you may lead technical projects, design tooling, and drive improvements to enhance compliance, productivity and capability.

Qualifications

• Recently completed a bachelor’s or master’s degree in engineering (Mechanical, Mechatronics, Chemical & Process or other similar)
• Genuine interest in aviation and continuous improvement
• Good data processing skills
• High level of initiative and excellent communication skills
• Able to work effectively in a team environment
• Shows flexibility and adaptability in their work
• Has strong ability and desire to learn and apply new technology
• Legally entitled to work in New Zealand
• Availability to commence employment in January 2026

Responsibilities

• Project Management for technical projects such as introduction of new repairs or capability
• Design of new tooling
• Drive continuous improvement to ensure compliance, eliminate or minimise risk, identify opportunities, and improve productivity

Skills

Data processing

Initiative

Communication

Team player

Willing to learn

Aviation interest

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Engineering

Job description

Location

NZ-CAN-CHRISTCHURCH-115-1 ~ 115 Orchard Rd ~ V2500 WORKSHOP

Date Posted

2026-11-03

Country

New Zealand

Position Role Type

Onsite

GRADUATE ENGINEER

Christchurch Engine Centre Graduate Programme

Our two-year Graduate Programme will provide a unique opportunity to gain experience in an outstanding engineering business and be part of the future of aviation. As a Graduate Engineer you will rotate through our engineering teams, which include roles such as Digital, Process, Powerplant, Tooling, Repair Development, Industrial and Production Engineering. Your progress and learning will be supported by experienced specialists offering professional training, mentoring and skill development.

As you progress through the program and gain more experience you can expect to be involved in:

• Project Management for technical projects such as introduction of new repairs or capability
• Design of new tooling
• Drive continuous improvement to ensure compliance, eliminate or minimise risk, identify opportunities, and improve productivity.

What We’re Looking For

• Recently completed a bachelor’s or master’s degree in engineering (Mechanical, Mechatronics, Chemical & Process or other similar)
• Genuine interest in aviation and continuous improvement
• Good data processing skills
• High level of initiative and excellent communication skills
• Able to work effectively in a team environment
• Shows flexibility and adaptability in their work
• Has strong ability and desire to learn and apply new technology
• Legally entitled to work in New Zealand
• Availability to commence employment in January 2026

What We Offer

Christchurch Engine Centre offers a competitive remuneration package and access to a variety of services and products at discounted rates.

We encourage professional development and offer opportunities for growth through training, secondments, mentoring and networking. Christchurch Engine Centre also has a Rewards Programme to recognise special contributions and acknowledge long service.

If you work on shift, your commitment will be rewarded with an additional week of paid leave, shift allowances as well as free meals on evening shifts. Additionally, we offer an excellent working environment in a modern facility at an easily accessible location with secure car parking.

About The Organisation

Christchurch Engine Centre, a joint venture between Pratt & Whitney and Air New Zealand, delivers world-class maintenance, repair, and overhaul services across all IAE V2500 engine variants and is adding capability for the new PW1100G-JM engine late in 2026. Pratt & Whitney, an RTX business, is globally recognised for designing, manufacturing, and servicing aircraft engines and auxiliary power units for commercial, military, and business aviation.

We are an expanding business and require more great people to support the growth and long-term success of the company.

Our people are at the heart of what we do. As part of the Christchurch team, you’ll collaborate with experienced professionals in a state-of-the-art facility, with ongoing training and development opportunities to support your career growth.

To discover more about Christchurch Engine Center, visit www.pwnz.com

RTX adheres to the principles of equal employment. All qualified applications will be given careful consideration without regard to ethnicity, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation or identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Applications close on 29th November 2026.