Hands-On VR Product Assembly Technician

JobSpace; Wellington; On-site; NZD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Eight360 in Wellington seeks a Mechanical/Electrical Production Assembly Technician to join our hands-on build team for the NOVA immersive simulator.

You will fabricate, assemble and integrate electronics and subsystems, read guides and schematics, use a range of tools, and conduct quality checks while maintaining a safe and efficient workshop. Join a small, dynamic team shaping the future of VR hardware.

Qualifications

• Hands-on fabrication and assembly experience with range of tools.
• Good dexterity and attention to detail.
• Willingness to learn new skills.
• Strong organisation and time management.
• Experience dealing with overseas suppliers/factories (esp. China).
• Team player who integrates across the business to complete tasks.

Responsibilities

• Assemble electronics and subsystems for the NOVA product.
• Read and follow build documents, drawings and schematics.
• Use hand tools, power tools and workshop machinery.
• Conduct quality control measurements on components.
• Maintain a safe, clean and organized work area.
• Collaborate with engineering and suppliers to meet goals.
• Embrace a 'Fail-Forwards' mindset and experiment.

Skills

Hands-on fabrication

Electrical soldering

Mechanical assembly

Manual dexterity

Attention to detail

Learning mindset

Time management

Supplier communication

Team player

Tools

Fusion 360

Cin7

Unleashed

StockTrim

Power tools

Job description

Eight360 in Wellington seeks a Mechanical/Electrical Production Assembly Technician to join our hands-on build team for the NOVA immersive simulator.

You will fabricate, assemble and integrate electronics and subsystems, read guides and schematics, use a range of tools, and conduct quality checks while maintaining a safe and efficient workshop. Join a small, dynamic team shaping the future of VR hardware.