Senior Mechanical Engineer - Building Services (Nz)

Babbage Consultants Limited; Auckland; On-site; NZD 44,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Babbage Consultants Limited in Auckland is seeking a CAD Detailer to create production-ready Cabinet Vision models and shop drawings for high-end residential and commercial projects. The role offers 30–60 hours weekly with weekly pay and a competitive hourly rate of 32–38 NZD, depending on experience.

The successful candidate will have 2+ years relevant joinery or drafting experience, a strong CAD background, and a willingness to learn Cabinet Vision training.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of relevant experience in joinery or drafting.
• Experience with production-ready Cabinet Vision models.
• Willingness to learn and transition into joinery processes.
• Ability to prepare shop drawings and understand manufacturing outputs.
• Full-time availability with 30–60 hours per week.

Responsibilities

• Preparing sketches, charts, tabulations, plans and designs for civil engineering works such as drainage, water supply, sewerage reticulation systems, roads, airports, dams, bridges and other structures.
• Performing and directing fieldwork and laboratory testing.
• Interpreting work assignment instructions, applying appropriate procedures and selecting equipment.
• Collecting and analysing data, and carrying out computations.
• Estimating material costs and ensuring finished works are within specifications, regulations and contract provisions.
• Inspecting civil engineering works, and organising and supervising maintenance and repair work.
• Conducting field and laboratory tests of construction materials and soils, and collecting data for traffic surveys.
• Prepares detailed drawings and plans for civil engineering work in support of Civil Engineering Professionals and Engineering Technologists. Registration or licensing may be required.

Skills

CAD fundamentals

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Problem solving

Willingness to learn

Education

Relevant experience

Tools

Cabinet Vision

Job description

CAD Detailer – NZ

Seeking a CAD Detailer ($32–$38/hr) with joinery or drafting experience to create production‑ready Cabinet Vision models and shop drawings for high‑end residential and commercial projects.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced or ambitious CAD Detailer to join the team. In this role, you will take approved designs and turn them into accurate, production‑ready Cabinet Vision models and shop drawings for manufacturing and CNC output. Supported by an experienced team genuinely invested in training and upskilling, this is an excellent opportunity for an experienced detailer, a cabinet maker wanting to step off the tools, or a draughtsperson looking to transition into the joinery sector.

Responsibilities

Preparing sketches, charts, tabulations, plans and designs for civil engineering works such as drainage, water supply, sewerage reticulation systems, roads, airports, dams, bridges and other structures.

Performing and directing fieldwork and laboratory testing.

Interpreting work assignment instructions, applying appropriate procedures and selecting equipment.

Collecting and analysing data, and carrying out computations.

Estimating material costs and ensuring finished works are within specifications, regulations and contract provisions.

Inspecting civil engineering works, and organising and supervising maintenance and repair work.

Conducting field and laboratory tests of construction materials and soils, and collecting data for traffic surveys.

Prepares detailed drawings and plans for civil engineering work in support of Civil Engineering Professionals and Engineering Technologists. Registration or licensing may be required.

What We’re Looking For

• Minimum 2 years of relevant experience (qualification preferred but not compulsory).
• Ready to handle a varied mix of high‑end residential and commercial joinery projects.
• Looking to move off the tools with deep practical knowledge of cabinetry construction and factory workflows (Cabinet Vision training provided).
• From architecture, engineering, or shopfitting with strong CAD fundamentals and an eye for detail (joinery‑specific training provided).
• High attention to detail, logical problem‑solving skills, willingness to learn, and strong communication skills.
• Driver’s license and reliable transportation preferred but not compulsory.
• Competitive remuneration package tailored to your level of experience ($32/hour-$38/hour).
• Weekly pay.
• Minimum of 30 hours guaranteed per week (permanent full‑time), maximum of 60 hours per week.
• Comprehensive on‑job training and upskilling in Cabinet Vision and joinery detailing.
• Varied project work across bespoke residential kitchens and commercial interiors.