Production 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

Jora New Zealand will close on 9th September 2026. Thank you for being with us, we are cheering you on as you continue your career journey.

We are seeking a Mechanical / Electrical Production Assembly Technician to join the team.

The details below are a wish list and we don't necessarily expect an exact match - we'd still like to hear from you!

Eight360 is a Wellington-based VR startup that has developed a unique, world-leading immersive simulator platform called NOVA. We're doing interesting things and pushing boundaries to make the future happen. This makes the workplace culture exciting, dynamic, and fast-moving.

Your role is to work with Engineering to prepare and assemble the electronics and subsystems, and then physically assembling the NOVA product.

Key tasks:

• Fabrication and building of subassemblies/overall assembly of the NOVA
• Reading/Understanding/Following build documents such as written guides, technical drawings and schematics
• Use of hand tools, power tools and machinery in our workshop
• Conduct quality control checks such as measuring of components
• Ensure work area and equipment are in a safe and useable condition
• Ensure health and safety of self and others in work area
• Adopt a "Fail-Forwards" mentality and embrace uncertainty, with a willingness to take calculated risks and experiment.

Relevant Skills and Experience:

• Hands-on fabrication and assembly experience, familiarity with range of tools and how to not injure yourself. Electrical assembly - hand soldering experience ideal --Mechanical assembly with hand and power tools
• Manual dexterity and attention to detail
• Quick learner, interested in gaining new skills
• Good organisational skills / time management - able to set tasks, priorities and achieve goals.
• Experience communicating and dealing with overseas suppliers, factories and contract manufacturers (esp. China)
• Being the team player who brings everyone from across the business together to get the job done

Bonus Skills:

• Interest in computers, VR, or flightsim etc.
• Certification such as electrical / machining / welding would be useful
• Ability to use Fusion 360 CAD software to view components and assemblies
• Use of inventory and goods management software e.g. Cin7, Unleashed, StockTrim
• Startup or small-company experience a plus

Our office and workshop is based in Petone, Wellington. Most of our work is conducted here. You may be occasionally required to travel and work offsite.

This is a unique and exciting opportunity for someone who wants to join a small team and have an active part in creating something amazing.