Mechanical Engineer

Pearson Carter; Auckland; On-site; NZD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Pearson Carter is seeking a Mechanical Engineer for Auckland to contribute to design, development, and delivery of mechanical systems across diverse projects in New Zealand. This hands-on role offers collaboration with multidisciplinary teams and career growth within a supportive engineering environment.

Responsibilities include designing mechanical systems, preparing calculations and drawings, and supporting projects from concept to delivery while ensuring NZ standards compliance.

Qualifications

• 3 years mechanical engineering experience.
• Mechanical Engineering degree or equivalent.
• Experience with mechanical design and engineering documentation.
• Strong understanding of engineering principles and standards.
• Experience working within multidisciplinary project teams.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop mechanical systems and equipment.
• Prepare engineering calculations, drawings, specifications, and documentation.
• Support projects from concept through to delivery.
• Work closely with electrical, structural, and project engineering teams.
• Liaise with clients, contractors, and suppliers.
• Support site inspections, testing, commissioning, and troubleshooting.
• Ensure designs meet relevant New Zealand standards and regulations.

Skills

Mechanical design

Engineering documentation

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Communication skills

Problem solving

Independent working

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Mechanical Engineer - Auckland

Pearson Carter are currently working with a growing engineering business delivering practical mechanical engineering solutions across commercial, industrial, and infrastructure projects throughout New Zealand.

Due to continued growth, they are looking to hire a Mechanical Engineer to join their Wellington team and contribute across the design, development, and delivery of mechanical systems.

This is a hands‑on opportunity for an engineer looking to work across varied projects, collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, and develop their technical career within a supportive engineering environment.

They offer a competitive salary package, career development opportunities, and the chance to work on diverse engineering projects across Wellington and wider New Zealand.

Responsibilities:

• Design and develop mechanical systems and equipment
• Prepare engineering calculations, drawings, specifications, and documentation
• Support projects from concept through to delivery
• Work closely with electrical, structural, and project engineering teams
• Liaise with clients, contractors, and suppliers
• Support site inspections, testing, commissioning, and troubleshooting
• Ensure designs meet relevant New Zealand standards and regulations

Experience:

• 3 years’ mechanical engineering experience
• Mechanical Engineering degree or equivalent
• Experience with mechanical design and engineering documentation
• Strong understanding of engineering principles and standards
• Experience working within multidisciplinary project teams
• Strong communication and problem‑solving skills
• Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities

Salary

They offer a competitive salary package depending on experience.

Location

Auckland, New Zealand

Applications are welcome from Mechanical Engineers with strong design and project delivery experience.