Senior Mechanical Engineer
Engineering
Job description
Are you a team player? Do you want to work in a progressive environment that is embracing Windchill Product Lifecycle Management, Learning First Product Development and Rapid Learning Cycle Processes and Methodologies?
If you answered yes then this is your opportunity to join one of New Zealand's leading companies; Gallagher Fuel Systems Ltd, part of the Gallagher Group. Based in the Manawatu, they are leaders in the design and manufacturing of Fuel Dispensing and Vapour Recovery Systems for use on Fuel Forecourts in New Zealand, Australia and further afield. A new strategic product development has created an opportunity to contribute and influence from the outset to a product that will make a difference in the future of an already successful company.
Reporting to the Project Leader, an exciting opportunity has arisen in this forward moving company for a Senior Mechanical Engineer to join their Product Design team. The main purpose of this position is to design and develop mechanical engineering solutions and to lead cross functional team projects or sub projects to deliver on their product plan.
Key responsibilities include:
- Preparation of Design documents including requirement specifications, CAD Models, Design Drawings, Test Plans and results, and Design Transfer Documentation
- Construction and evaluation of design prototypes
- Training and support of product assembly, technical writing, technical support, test analysis and sales and marketing in product technical features
- Lead and manage cross functional projects or sub-projects to deliver on the company product plan (in conjunction with the team leader)
- Technical leadership support to maintain the mechanical engineering knowledge base
- Support the development and maintenance of product design practices and procedures that assure agreed design quality standards are achieved
- Provide regular reports to the Team Leader and/or Project Manager on activities and progress
To be successful you will ideally have:
- Degree in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent)
- 5+ years product design experience in a Mechanical Design Engineering role
- Proven experience working with cross functional teams to deliver a successful, commercial product design outcome
- Experience with CAD models
- Fuel dispensing or oil industry experience is desirable
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Excellent attention to detail with a strong focus on quality
- The ability to work well in a team environment
Training will be provided as required in Creo (Pro E CAD), Windchill Product Life Cycle Management, Learning First Product Development and Rapid Learning Cycles.
This opportunity is not to be missed; roles like this do not come up often! Don't delay and apply on-line today with a cover letter and updated CV or contact Sarah Wright at Adecco on 06 357 2020 or swright@adecco.co.nz to find out more information or request a full job description.
The Manawatu/Rangitikei is a fabulous central location to live. Housing costs are reasonable with excellent schools and tertiary institutes including Massey University and UCOL. There are beautiful beaches and rivers nearby and it is a great place to bring up a family. Please check out this website for more information on the region http://www.manawatunz.co.nz/