Mechanical Engineer at Caliber Design

Howick, Auckland, New Zealand -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

16 Aug, 26

Salary

140000.0

Posted On

18 May, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Electrical Design, PLC Programming, HMI Software Development, Control Systems Integration, Commissioning, EPLAN, Industrial Automation, Servo Systems, Technical Troubleshooting, Mechatronics

Industry

Mechanical or Industrial Engineering

Description

About Caliber Caliber Design (www.caliberdesign.co.nz) connects experienced engineers with innovative companies that need practical engineering expertise. Our engineers work alongside client teams to develop products, design machinery, and solve complex technical challenges across manufacturing, technology, and industrial sectors. We are known for the strength of our mechanical engineering capability, and as our clients increasingly require automation and control systems expertise, we are expanding our team to support this growing demand. Help build and shape a new engineering capability within an established consultancy Work across diverse industries and challenging engineering projects Collaborate with a highly experienced team of engineers A culture that values curiosity, practical problem solving, and continuous learning The Role You will help establish and grow our automation and electrical engineering capability. You will work directly with clients and Caliber engineers to drive automation projects forward -whether that is shaping early concepts, developing intricate designs or navigating complex commissioning. Typically, you will be the specialist who helps get challenging projects over the line. Your work will include: Electrical design and documentation using EPLAN or similar software Development of PLC and HMI software for industrial automation systems Integration of control systems with automated machinery Commissioning automated production systems and equipment Troubleshooting and technical support for installed systems Helping establish best practices for electrical design and automation within Caliber About You You are an experienced automation or control systems engineer who enjoys technical problem-solving, mastering new procedures, and deploying your specialist knowledge to fast-track projects and raise the bar on results. You will likely bring: Experience developing complete automation and control systems from concept through to commissioning Strong background in industrial automation and PLC programming Experience with PLCs, HMIs, and servo systems Electrical design experience using EPLAN or similar electrical CAD tools Experience commissioning automated machinery The ability to work collaboratively with both clients and multidisciplinary engineering teams You will also have: A degree in Electrical Engineering, or Mechatronics Strong knowledge of industrial automation and control systems Why Join Caliber? Our engineers are employed on a full-time, permanent basis. We offer: Competitive hourly rates, plus overtime and KiwiSaver Typical earnings in the range of $110,000 to $140,000 per annum equivalent (including, overtime), depending on experience Time and a half for every hour worked over 40 each week A structured learning and development program focused on practical capability and growth A supportive culture with regular social and technical catchups, and access to a national network of experienced engineers Medical, life, and total and permanent disability insurance after 6 months Access to an employee assistance program Hybrid and flexible working arrangements where project and client needs allow Want to understand how we work and what it’s like to be part of the team? Watch our Working at Caliber video: https://youtu.be/UjyvkHW-LaU Apply Now Finding the right fit matters to us. If you bring strong automation experience, a collaborative mindset, and an interest in helping build something new within an established consultancy, we would love to hear from you

Responsibilities

Establish and grow the automation and electrical engineering capability by driving projects from early concepts through to commissioning. Responsibilities include electrical design using EPLAN, PLC/HMI software development, and providing technical support for installed systems.