Leading World Class Capital Equipment Design and ManufacturerNewly built World Class facility and Working EnvironmentTHE COMPANY Wyma, www.wymasolutions.com, is a world leader in the design and manufacture of post-harvest vegetable and fruit handling equipment. Wyma is based in Christchurch (where it has recently moved into a new state-of-the-art manufacturing facility), with operations in Australia, the UK, and the Czech Republic.
Wyma has consistently continued to grow and develop their business over the past 25 years. Within their industry sector, they are recognised as being a world leader in innovation and delivery of innovative high-technology equipment and solutions. Their brand is highly regarded, and with their strong R&D focus to keep their products at the forefront of the market, their products are regularly rated amongst the best in the market.
Wyma was further strengthened in May 2023 when it was acquired by MHM Automation Limited, a global Agritech organisation headquartered in New Zealand. They design and supply products and services to agricultural customers with a focus on the meat, dairy, grain, and horticulture sectors.
In 2024, MHM Automation and Wyma became part of the global Fortifi Food Processing Solutions group, together with our sister companies Bettcher and Frontmatec. Collectively as Fortifi, they can improve a single line or automate an entire food processing plant, anywhere in the world.
THE ROLE This is an excellent opportunity for an intermediate level Mechanical/Mechatronics Engineer with 2+ years' experience to join a large design team undertaking a wide range of complex and technical designs for capital equipment and machinery. With a strong engineering and design leadership team in place, quality senior engineers working alongside you, and a range of challenging project assignments, you will be well placed to grow and develop your capability.
The core focus of this role is the continued design of world-class products that meet business targets. You will research, discuss, and compile accurate, detailed drawings for the manufacture of equipment within specified time frames. You will ensure product manufacturing is to design requirements and design solutions to resolve warranties within specified time frames.
SKILLS Ideally, you will have several of the following attributes:
Advanced knowledge and skill in mechanical design and electronics as it relates to machinery and mechatronics.Competent in assessing the strength and stiffness of mechanical and structural systems, including determining design loads from standards, using assumptions to create FBD's or models, and calculating member loads and stresses by hand calculations or beam models.Possess expertise in machine design in a relevant organisation/industry.Superior Inventor solid modelling skills and experience.Must be able to work in a team and foster collaborative working relationships across the organisation as well as support less experienced staff members.Able to communicate information and ideas clearly and concisely in writing.Capable of working independently and having responsibility as an individual.Ability to follow prescribed processes.Intuitiveness to quickly assess situations and act decisively and effectively.Proven ability to meet deadlines in a multi-tasking environment.Qualifications Relevant professional qualification(s) in mechanical or mechatronics engineering or extensive practical experience.For a confidential discussion, please contact Richard from FOSTERRA on 03 379 7002 or 021 85 45 45.
Title: Mechanical Design Engineer (Intermediate)
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