Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

FABRUM.; Christchurch; On-site; NZD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional fees paid by Fabrum

Free Flu Shots

Employee Support Network

Off-street parking

All-hands lunch

Job summary

Fabrum in Christchurch, New Zealand, is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to lead the design and delivery of mechanical solutions from concept through to manufacture, ensuring designs meet applicable standards. You will provide technical leadership, mentor junior engineers, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver robust, scalable solutions in clean energy and cryogenic applications.

Hands-on CAD work (SolidWorks) and a strong manufacturing background are essential for success

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Mechatronics Engineering (or higher).
• 8+ years’ relevant engineering experience with hands-on exposure to manufacturing environments.
• Strong proficiency in CAD (SolidWorks) including 3D modelling, assemblies and drawings.
• Deep understanding of mechanical engineering principles, materials and manufacturing processes.
• Proven ability to solve complex technical problems and deliver practical, well-considered solutions.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively across multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and delivery of mechanical engineering solutions from concept through to manufacture.
• Perform engineering calculations and ensure designs meet relevant standards and codes.
• Develop detailed 3D CAD models, assemblies, and manufacturing drawings (SolidWorks).
• Provide technical leadership and troubleshooting on complex engineering challenges.
• Mentor and support junior engineers to build team capability.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, suppliers, and stakeholders to deliver project outcomes.
• Drive continuous improvement across engineering processes, systems, and ways of working.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Mechatronics Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

3D modelling

Engineering drawings

Job description

About Fabrum Fabrum has built a reputation for pioneering world-first technologies in cryogenics and hydrogen solutions, fuelled by our exceptional R&D capabilities. Now, we're leveraging that innovative passion to take our solutions to the world.

About Fabrum Fabrum has built a reputation for pioneering world-first technologies in cryogenics and hydrogen solutions, fuelled by our exceptional R&D capabilities. Now, we're leveraging that innovative passion to take our solutions to the world. Headquartered in Christchurch, we lead the world in industrialised small- to medium-scale liquefaction systems and composite cryogenic vessels. We deploy end-to-end liquid hydrogen solutions globally across heavy transport, mining and aviation markets. Our core competencies include hydrogen production, storage, dispensing and system integration. We have a presence in international markets for liquid nitrogen, liquid oxygen and LNG solutions with customers ranging from animal husbandry to hi-tech research institutions, manufacturing and defence.

About The Role As a Senior Mechanical Engineer, you’ll play a key role in delivering high-impact engineering solutions while helping shape best-practice systems and lifting capability across the team. This is a hands-on technical leadership role where precision matters, ideas are valued, and your work contributes directly to pioneering solutions in clean energy.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design and delivery of mechanical engineering solutions from concept through to manufacture
• Perform engineering calculations and ensure designs meet relevant standards and codes
• Develop detailed 3D CAD models, assemblies, and manufacturing drawings (SolidWorks)
• Provide technical leadership and troubleshooting on complex engineering challenges
• Mentor and support junior engineers to build team capability
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, suppliers, and stakeholders to deliver project outcomes
• Drive continuous improvement across engineering processes, systems, and ways of working

Key Skills & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Mechatronics Engineering (or higher)
• 8+ years’ relevant engineering experience, with hands-on exposure to manufacturing environments
• Strong proficiency in CAD (preferably SolidWorks), including 3D modelling, assemblies, and drawings
• Deep understanding of mechanical engineering principles, materials, and manufacturing processes
• Proven ability to solve complex technical problems and deliver practical, well-considered solutions
• Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively across multidisciplinary teams

Nice to Have

• Experience in process industries (e.g. oil & gas, dairy, energy)
• Familiarity with pressure systems or cryogenic applications
• Knowledge of international standards (e.g. ASME BPVC, ASME B31.3, AS1210)
• Working towards or holding CPEng status
• Experience working in multidisciplinary project environments

Why Fabrum?

• Professional fees paid for by Fabrum
• Free Flu Shots
• Access to OCP – An Employee Support Network
• Off-street parking
• Monthly company lunch "all hands" meeting

Small, agile, and pushing big boundaries, Fabrum is pioneering the future of clean energy through world-leading hydrogen and cryogenic technology.

We engineer with precision, design with a “less is more” mindset, and deliver on what we promise every time.

Join our team and realise your potential to make a real impact. We're searching for passionate individuals eager to contribute your skills and experience.