Science Infrastructure Engineer — Asset & Projects Lead

Sciene New Zealand; Rotorua, Auckland; Hybrid; NZD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

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Job summary

Bioeconomy Science Institute in Rotorua, New Zealand, is seeking a Science Services Engineer to oversee lifecycle management of science equipment and infrastructure, translating scientific needs into practical engineering solutions.

You will lead projects, manage critical assets, and collaborate with scientists, facilities teams and external partners, with a 24/7 on-call roster as part of the role. The position offers opportunities to contribute to bioeconomy research and innovation.

Qualifications

• Trade qualification in Mechanical Engineering or related technical discipline.
• 6+ years experience in engineering environment.
• Experience in asset management and maintenance planning.
• Experience with CAD systems and mechanical infrastructure maintenance.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead lifecycle management of science equipment and infrastructure, including procurement, installation, maintenance, upgrades, and replacement planning.
• Provide specialist engineering expertise to support research programmes, translating scientific requirements into practical and innovative technical solutions.
• Manage and deliver engineering and infrastructure projects, from scoping and design through to commissioning, contractor management, and quality assurance.
• Drive strategic asset planning and continuous improvement initiatives while building strong relationships with scientists, facilities teams, contractors, and other stakeholders.
• Actively participate in the facilities rostered on call response programme, requiring 7 days at one time (rostered) responding 24/7 to alarms from the building management system.

Skills

Asset management

Maintenance planning

Project delivery

Contractor management

CAD

Communication

Education

Trade qualification in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CAD systems

Job description

Bioeconomy Science Institute in Rotorua, New Zealand, is seeking a Science Services Engineer to oversee lifecycle management of science equipment and infrastructure, translating scientific needs into practical engineering solutions.

You will lead projects, manage critical assets, and collaborate with scientists, facilities teams and external partners, with a 24/7 on-call roster as part of the role. The position offers opportunities to contribute to bioeconomy research and innovation.