Design Engineer - Mechanical

Mechanical Engineer (Accessories Portfolio)

We Go Beyond for A Safer World

Te Tūranga – The Role

Tait Communications is a truly global company, with tens of millions of people around the world depending on our technology to keep communities safe, cities running, and essential services connected. With emerging digital platforms, converging communications technologies, and cutting-edge engineering solutions, this is an exciting time to join Tait.

We have an opportunity for an experienced Mechanical Engineer to join our Christchurch-based Mechanical Engineering team on a permanent basis, supporting the ongoing development and growth of our Accessories Portfolio. This role sits within our new product development group and contributes to the full mechanical development lifecycle.

The duties of the role will include:

• Managing a wide range of accessory development projects, including new product design, integration of 3rd-party products, and support for existing products.
• Requirements capture, analysis, and documentation.
• Design specifications, implementation, and review.
• Apply critical thinking to evaluate and improve design solutions.
• Supporting product manufacture both in-house and with 3rd-party partners.
• Staying current with mechanical standards, processes, and market expectations.
• Creating and executing test plans.
• Providing training, mentorship, and guidance to other engineers.
• Leading design efforts with innovation and deep technical expertise.
• Supporting team capability by helping engineers refine and develop their skills.

Ō pūkenga – About You

To be successful in this role, you will bring strong technical knowledge, excellent communication skills, and the ability to contribute to a collaborative, high-performing engineering environment.

Required:

• Strong communication, teamwork, and project management skills.
• Ability to work within a connected development ecosystem, collaborating with users, internal teams, suppliers, and 3rd-party manufacturers.
• Excellent observational, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
• Up-to-date and practical knowledge of mechanical design principles and processes.
• Experience with plastic and rubber mouldings, die castings, extrusions, sheet-metal design, DFM, and 3D design tools (Creo experience advantageous).

Desirable:

• Acoustic and electrical engineering knowledge.
• Understanding mechanical compliance standards and regional compliance considerations.

Ngā painga – What's in it for you?

We are committed to making a difference in communities across the globe and supporting our people to build rewarding careers. Our values, Commitment to Listen, Courage to Act, and Integrity to Deliver guide how we work together and deliver for our customers.

At Tait, you will enjoy:

• Health insurance for you and your family after 12 months, annual flu vaccinations, and additional sick leave in your first year.
• Modern office facilities with onsite parking, an onsite gym, and a café.
• Long service benefits recognizing your contribution.
• A fun, active social club (including regular sausage sizzles!).

Ko wai mātou – About Us

For more than 50 years, Tait Communications has been designing, delivering, and supporting critical communications networks for public safety, transport, and utility customers worldwide. Founded in Christchurch by Sir Angus Tait, we now operate globally, with a network of offices and customers spanning the world.

Our people value being part of a creative, supportive community committed to delivering technology that makes a real difference. When you join Tait, you join a team with deep expertise, a passion for innovation, and a genuine commitment to helping each other grow.

Ko koe pea tēnei? – Sound like your kind of role?

If you are ready to take the next step in your career and join a high-performing organization where talented people collaborate to achieve great outcomes, we would love to hear from you.

Please submit your CV and cover letter with Applications closing on Sunday, 7th December 2025.

Applications will be assessed as they are received, and your CV will be held unless you request its removal.