Research Engineer: Advanced Electromechanical Systems

Kumaravine - Celebrating Māori & Pasifika success; Lower Hutt; Hybrid; NZD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Te Herenga Waka - Victoria University of Wellington invites an experienced Research Specialist/Engineer to join Paihau - Robinson Research Institute on a permanent, full-time basis. You will help translate research concepts into practical engineering solutions, from early development to prototype delivery and commercial application.

The role encompasses designing, manufacturing, integrating, and testing electrical, electromagnetic, and mechanical systems, with opportunities to contribute to

Qualifications

• A relevant tertiary qualification in Mechanical, Mechatronics, Manufacturing, Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.
• Demonstrated experience in mechanical design and engineering.
• Strong CAD capability, preferably SOLIDWORKS.
• Experience in manufacturing, production engineering, or prototype development.
• Knowledge of DFM/DFA principles.
• Experience with engineering analysis and problem-solving.
• Experience with finite element analysis (FEA).
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Support the design, manufacture, integration, and testing of electrical, electromagnetic, and mechanical systems.
• Contribute to the development of advanced engineering solutions for superconducting and cryogenic technologies.
• Liaise with external suppliers, contractors, and manufacturing partners.
• Provide practical engineering input into research equipment, prototypes, and experimental systems.
• Develop and assemble experimental test rigs and undertake testing and validation activities.
• Provide technical advice and support across a diverse portfolio of projects.
• Mentor and provide guidance to staff and students.
• Contribute to the maintenance and operation of specialised research infrastructure.

Skills

Mechanical design

Mechatronics

Electrical engineering

CAD capability

DFM/DFA

FEA

Prototype development

Communication

Education

Tertiary qualification in Mechanical/Mechatronics/Manufacturing/Electrical Engineering

Tools

SOLIDWORKS

Job description

Te Herenga Waka - Victoria University of Wellington invites an experienced Research Specialist/Engineer to join Paihau - Robinson Research Institute on a permanent, full-time basis. You will help translate research concepts into practical engineering solutions, from early development to prototype delivery and commercial application.

The role encompasses designing, manufacturing, integrating, and testing electrical, electromagnetic, and mechanical systems, with opportunities to contribute to