Senior Electronics Engineer

Gallagher; Hamilton; Hybrid; Confidential; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Professional development

Health and wellbeing benefits

Global impact projects

Job summary

Gallagher is seeking a Senior Electronics Engineer to take ownership of electronic hardware design for security products. You will work with software, product managers, and manufacturing to move concepts into production and deliver reliable, innovative solutions used globally.

We value collaborative leaders who can guide multidisciplinary teams, drive design reviews, and mentor peers while maintaining high standards for safety and compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required with 5+ years in electronics hardware design.
• Experience designing robust electronic circuits for production.
• Knowledge of EMC and electrical safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Design robust electronic circuits and hardware for new and existing products.
• Develop prototypes, test, and drive root cause analysis.
• Ensure designs meet EMC, electrical safety, and manufacturing requirements.
• Lead technical discussions, design reviews, and engineering decisions.
• Mentor and support the development of other engineers.
• Collaborate with manufacturing to introduce products into production.

Skills

Electronic design

PCB layout

Hardware testing

Root cause analysis

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's in Electrical/Electronic Eng

Tools

PCB CAD tools

EMC testing

Diagnostics tools

Job description

About Gallagher

Our purpose at Gallagher is ‘Protect what matters most’ and we live it every day, whetherthat’sprotecting the world’s highest security environments or agricultural businesses, we care deeply about our people, their families, and our wider communities.

Gallagher Security is on a mission to unlock more value for our customers through the power of our people and solutions - and right now is a pivotal moment in our evolution.We’rescalingwith intent, driving an incredible growth trajectory with innovationand customer impactat the heart of everything we do. With operations across New Zealand, Australia, Asia, Africa, the USA, Canada, and Europeand exports to over 140 countrieswe’rebuildingglobally focused career pathways right here in New Zealand.

As we expand our Hamilton-based teams,this is your chanceto be part of a true Kiwi tech success storymaking a global impact. Ifyou’redriven by passion and purpose to protect what matters most, comehelp shapethe future ofwhat’spossiblewith us.

About The Role

As a Senior Electronics Engineer within Gallagher Security, you'll take ownership of electronic hardware design across new and existing products, ensuring solutions are innovative, reliable and commercially successful.

Working closely with software engineers, product managers, manufacturing teams, and other technical specialists, you'll help bring new security technologies from concept through to production. This is an opportunity to contribute directly to the hardware behind Gallagher Security's access control, perimeter, and high-security solutions used by organisations around the globe.

Key Responsibilities Include

• Designing robust electronic circuits and hardware solutions for new and existing products
• Developing prototypes, conducting testing and driving root cause analysis
• Ensuring designs meet electrical safety, EMC and manufacturing requirements
• Leading technical discussions, design reviews and engineering decisions
• Mentoring and supporting the development of other engineers
• Collaborating with manufacturing teams to successfully introduce new products into production
• Contributing to continuous improvement initiatives, emerging technologies and engineering best practices

About You

You’ll be highly capable electronics engineer who enjoys solving complex technical challenges and influencing product outcomes. You combine strong technical expertise with a collaborative approach and are comfortable providing leadership within multidisciplinary teams.

We're Looking For Someone Who Has

• A Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Electronic Engineering (or similar)
• At least five years' experience in electronics hardware design
• Experience working in product development and manufacturing environments
• Strong diagnostic and fault-finding capabilities
• Knowledge of EMC and electrical safety compliance requirements
• Experience using PCB CAD design tools
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• A continuous improvement mindset and passion for innovation

It would also be advantageous if you've previously mentored engineers or led technical workstreams within development projects.

Why Gallagher?

Gallagher is one of New Zealand's most respected technology companies, with a global reputation for innovation. Our products are used in more than 160 countries and solve real-world problems across security and animal management industries.

When you join Gallagher, you'll be part of a collaborative and supportive environment where you'll have the opportunity to make a genuine impact through meaningful engineering work.

We Offer

• Competitive remuneration and bonus opportunities
• Flexible working arrangements
• Professional development and career growth opportunities
• Access to health and wellbeing benefits
• A modern environment and inclusive culture
• The opportunity to work on products used around the world