Hands-On Mechanical Engineer: Design, Build & Improve Production

Gallagher Group Limited; Hamilton; Hybrid; NZD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free onsite parking

Subsidised café facilities

Life & Disability Insurance

Gallagher staff discounts and well‑be​

Ongoing learning and development

Global career pathways

Incentive Programme

A collaborative and supportive team

Job summary

Gallagher is seeking a hands-on Mechanical Engineer to design, build and maintain mechanical processes that power our production environment in Hamilton, NZ. You’ll turn concepts into practical solutions, working closely with R&D and manufacturing teams to move designs from idea to factory floor, impacting how products are manufactured.

The role demands strong CAD skills, practical problem-solving, and a proactive mindset to drive continuous improvement across the factory while maintaining

Qualifications

• 3+ years’ relevant experience in mechanical engineering or manufacturing.
• Strong 3D CAD skills and technical troubleshooting ability.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Designing and building high-quality production fixtures, tooling and equipment.
• Working with R&D teams to support design for manufacture and new product development.
• Supporting and mentoring the NPI team through new product introduction.
• Providing technical support to the factory, troubleshooting mechanical issues and minimising production disruption.
• Managing fixture modifications, ensuring changes are safe, correctly documented and processed.
• Working with external suppliers to source parts, services and solutions.
• Identifying opportunities to improve processes, equipment and manufacturing efficiency.
• Maintaining high standards of health, safety, quality and 6S housekeeping.
• Keeping engineering and process documentation accurate and well organised.
• Contributing practical ideas and solutions to ongoing engineering and manufacturing improvements.

Skills

3D CAD

Troubleshooting

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

NZCE/NZDE/BE or equivalent

Tools

3D CAD software

Job description

Gallagher is seeking a hands-on Mechanical Engineer to design, build and maintain mechanical processes that power our production environment in Hamilton, NZ. You’ll turn concepts into practical solutions, working closely with R&D and manufacturing teams to move designs from idea to factory floor, impacting how products are manufactured.

The role demands strong CAD skills, practical problem-solving, and a proactive mindset to drive continuous improvement across the factory while maintaining