Mechanical Design Engineer / Project Manager Palmerston North, Full Time, Trades & Services
Please Quote Reference Number 98139
Mechanical Design Engineer with Project Management & Quotation skills
Pay based on qualifications and experience
Join the J J Niven Engineering team in Palmerston North
J J Niven Engineering is a privately owned engineering company based in Palmerston North. They specialize in the design, build, and maintenance of mechanical equipment, pressure vessels, gantry cranes, material handling processes, and customer factory and plant improvements.
Due to continued growth, they have an opportunity for an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer with Project Management and Quotation skills to join their collaborative team of Design, Project Engineers, and Fabrication workshop engineers.
This is an interesting and varied role that involves time in the design office, workshop, and on job sites. As a Mechanical Engineer within J J Niven Engineering, you will work directly with a diverse range of projects and end-users, preparing quotations and design concepts, undertaking design calculations, doing 3D drafting in SolidWorks, and managing projects on and off-site.
The preferred Mechanical Design Engineer candidate will be an intermediate to senior engineer, but graduates who can demonstrate a solid understanding of engineering principles with relatable experience and strengths in design are also encouraged to apply.
The ideal applicant will have:
NZ Degree or Diploma in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent with ideally at least 8 years post-graduate experience
Ability to attract work, marketing, and quotation experience with mechanical engineering projects
Experience with 3D modeling in SolidWorks & SolidWorks Simulation software
Proven mechanical design ability to complete manual calculations to Design codes, and project management experience
Experience with managing workshop-based projects
Experience with Quality Assurance and H&S Management
A flexible and positive attitude and be a team player
Ability to multi-task while maintaining a high standard of professionalism
Ability to build relationships with clients, contractors, and consulting engineers
Consideration will be given to applicants from similar disciplines/experience, e.g., structural or trade-based with suitable analytical ability.
J J Niven Engineering Ltd offers competitive remuneration, ongoing training, and support, interesting and varied work within a great team environment.
Apply through the online application form or send your CV to Shane Halligan -
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Please note: Applicants must have the right to work in New Zealand to be considered.
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