Sunday, October 26, 2025
Fisher & Paykel Healthcare

Process Development Engineer

Posted: 3 days ago

Job Description

Job description:Care to make a difference.Join a team of good people doing good work with intent. People like you, who care to make a difference.About The OpportunityWe have an exciting opportunity within our OSA (Obstructive Sleep Apnoea) Masks Process Development Team.This process development engineering role is an opportunity to apply your knowledge and ability to innovate to solve real-world problems in medical device manufacturing. The role will develop your equipment design, documentation writing & interpersonal skills allowing you to gain important industry and professional knowledge whilst working along-side experienced engineers as your mentors.In this role you will collaborate with other engineers to establish manufacturing requirements for our OSA products, and then follow through to design, fabricate, assemble and commission new equipment. Throughout the process you will need to document and test your design to demonstrate how it will meet the manufacturing requirements.Profile description:About YouA formal engineering qualification (ideally majoring in mechanical or mechatronics) 0-3 years of work experience (ideally with skills which are transferable or were learned in the medical manufacturing sector) Familiarity with CAD (ideally SolidWorks) Excellent problem-solving skills Practical hands-on ability (prototyping, CNC machining, moulding, extrusion, etc.) Foundational knowledge of statistics Competence with time management, prioritisation and working to deadlines Proficiency in technical report writing – clear documentation is a key part of medical device manufacturing Excellent computer skills (including Microsoft; Word, Excel) Excellent communication skills – verbal and written A willingness to learn new skills We offer:Working With UsCare to join a supportive environment? Fisher & Paykel Healthcare foster an inclusive work environment founded on our culture of care and cooperation. Here you’ll have the trust and support to generate ideas, solve problems and do your best work.Employee share purchase schemeAccess to state-of-the-art facilitiesBi-annual Profit shareGenerous Paid Parental LeaveLife, Critical illness and Income Protection InsuranceDiscounted Health InsuranceActive Social clubs & community groupsIn-house training programs from external providersPurchasing privileges for Fisher & Paykel Healthcare and Medela productsSchool holiday programme subsidyBanking and Insurance discountsFree ParkingBeautiful campus with green spacesSubsidised Café’sAnnual Salary ReviewHigh rates of internal promotionAbout UsFisher & Paykel Healthcare is a world leader in the design, manufacture, and marketing of medical devices, exporting to over 120 countries globally.Our commitment to care unites us. Here, we’re driven to improve patient care and outcomes through inspired and world-leading healthcare solutions.Care to join us? Apply todayWe focus on nurturing a positive and inclusive culture based on trust and respect. In New Zealand, our employee-led communities, Spectra (rainbow), Manaaki (Māori) and Women in Engineering play an important role in this culture. We also have a commitment to creating a positive lasting impact on society, shown by our support of New Zealand organisations such as Diversity Works NZ, Pride Pledge and Global Women.We are dedicated to designing our recruitment process with care and empathy to support all candidates, regardless of identity, background, and experiences. Should you require support or adjustments during our process, please let us know at recruit@fphcare.co.nz.

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