Mechanical Design Engineer

Southern Fibre Lasers; Auckland; On-site; NZD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Southern Fibre Lasers in Auckland is seeking a full-time Mechanical Engineer to design and develop mechanical components for fibre laser and photonic systems.

You will create 3D CAD models, perform mechanical analyses, integrate with optical subsystems, and prepare manufacturing documentation. The role emphasizes precision, fabrication-ready designs, and collaboration with cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering.
• 2-3+ years of experience in mechanical design engineering.
• Strong mechanical engineering fundamentals and design for manufacture.
• Proficiency in 3D CAD and 2D technical drawing.
• Effective communication skills and collaborative problem-solving.
• Experience with optical or photonic systems is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Creating and maintaining detailed 3D CAD models and 2D technical drawings.
• Performing basic mechanical analysis and engineering calculations.
• Integrating mechanical designs with optical and electronic subsystems.
• Preparing manufacturing and assembly documentation.
• Collaborating with cross-functional engineering and R&D teams.
• Contributing to the design, prototyping, and development of new products.
• Troubleshooting mechanical issues in existing products and systems.
• Supporting continuous improvement of product designs, manufacturing processes, and assembly methods.
• and supporting continuous improvement of design and production processes.

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

3D CAD

2D drawings

Optomechanics

Job description

Company Description

Southern Fibre Lasers (SFL) develops high-performance laser systems for industrial, scientific, and research applications. The company specializes in the design and development of custom laser systems, supporting customers from initial concept through to finished product.

Team members collaborate closely with clients and partners to deliver solutions for demanding environments and applications.

SFL offers an innovative engineering environment where advanced photonic technologies are turned into practical, real-world systems.

Role Description

This is a full-time, on-site Mechanical Engineer role based in Auckland. The Mechanical Engineer will design and develop mechanical components and assemblies for fibre laser and photonic systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Creating and maintaining detailed 3D CAD models and 2D technical drawings.
• Performing basic mechanical analysis and engineering calculations.
• Integrating mechanical designs with optical and electronic subsystems.
• Preparing manufacturing and assembly documentation.
• Collaborating with cross-functional engineering and R&D teams.
• Contributing to the design, prototyping, and development of new products.
• Troubleshooting mechanical issues in existing products and systems.
• Supporting continuous improvement of product designs, manufacturing processes, and assembly methods.
• and supporting continuous improvement of design and production processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering.
• A minimum of 2-3+ years' experience in mechanical design engineering
• Strong mechanical engineering fundamentals, with the ability to apply them to precision laser and photonic systems.
• Strong machine and precision mechanical design skills, including materials selection, tolerance analysis, mechanisms, and design for manufacture.
• Proficiency in 3D CAD and 2D technical drawing.
• Effective communication skills, attention to detail, and a collaborative approach to problem-solving.
• Experience with mechanical system integration and precision alignment is highly desirable.
• Experience with optical or photonic systems, precision optomechanics, or laser equipment is advantageous but not required.