Mechanical Engineer - Agricultural Machinery Designer

Placements24; Queenstown; Hybrid; NZD 65,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement fund contributions

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 in Queenstown is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to design and develop agricultural machinery and components. The role emphasizes robust, user-friendly designs, with a hands-on approach to prototyping, testing, and field trials.

The ideal candidate holds a Mechanical Engineering degree and 3–4 years of relevant experience, with CAD proficiency and strong problem-solving skills, to work with cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 3–4 years' experience in mechanical design, preferably with agricultural machinery or heavy equipment.
• Experience with CAD software and simulations.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop new agricultural machinery and components using CAD software.
• Modify and improve existing machinery designs to enhance performance, reliability, and cost-effectiveness.
• Conduct engineering calculations, stress analysis, and simulations to validate designs.
• Create detailed engineering drawings, specifications, and BOMs.
• Collaborate with production teams to ensure designs are manufacturable and meet quality standards.
• Participate in prototyping, testing, and field trials; analyze performance data.
• Troubleshoot mechanical issues and provide technical support to manufacturing and service departments.
• Research and select appropriate materials and components for rugged agricultural applications.
• Stay informed about advancements in agricultural technology and machinery design.

Skills

CAD proficiency

Structural analysis & simulations

Problem solving

Communication & reporting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Inventor

Job description

Placements24 in Queenstown is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to design and develop agricultural machinery and components. The role emphasizes robust, user-friendly designs, with a hands-on approach to prototyping, testing, and field trials.

The ideal candidate holds a Mechanical Engineering degree and 3–4 years of relevant experience, with CAD proficiency and strong problem-solving skills, to work with cross-functional teams.