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Core Competencies
Role fitCore Competencies
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Demonstrates strong mechanical engineering fundamentals and sound engineering judgement, with the ability to lead projects and provide clear recommendations in industrial and process environments. Engages effectively with clients and multidisciplinary teams to deliver successful project outcomes.
Highest-signal resume keywords
Mechanical Engineering DegreeProject LeadershipClient Relationship ManagementBrownfield ExperienceIndustrial Facility Operations
ATS Keywords
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Hard Skills
Mechanical Engineering FundamentalsTechnical Option AssessmentProject DeliverySite SupportEngineering Judgement
Soft Skills
Strong Communication SkillsRelationship-Building SkillsMentoring
Industry Keywords
Industrial EnvironmentsManufacturingDairyFood & BeverageEnergyProcess Industries
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Lead mechanical engineering work across brownfield and sustaining capital projects
- Develop and assess engineering options and provide clear recommendations to clients
- Guide projects from early-stage studies through delivery and site support
- Build relationships with clients and key project stakeholders
- Work alongside multidisciplinary teams to deliver project outcomes
- Mentor engineers and contribute to the growth of mechanical capability
- Engage directly with clients and understand industrial facility operations
- Travel to client sites across New Zealand to support projects and maintain understanding of client operations
Requirements
What you’ll need- Degree-qualified Mechanical Engineer
- Experience in industrial, manufacturing, dairy, food & beverage, energy, or processing environments
- Strong mechanical engineering fundamentals and sound engineering judgement
- Experience leading projects or workstreams
- Ability to assess technical options and communicate recommendations clearly
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills
- Experience working within brownfield or operating industrial environments
- Consulting and/or site-based experience within process industries highly regarded
- Comfortable collaborating with project teams in the office, engaging with stakeholders on site, and applying sound engineering judgement
- Willingness to travel to client sites across New Zealand
Benefits
Comp & perks- Flexible working arrangements
- Inclusive recruitment process
- Career growth and development opportunities
- Opportunity to work on complex infrastructure challenges and make a real impact
- Diverse and inclusive workplace
- Recognised as a Best Place to Work in 2026