Mechanical Engineer

At AW Fraser we are an advanced recycler sourcing recycled metals from around the world and engineering them into copper alloys then finished parts. Our processes encompass melting, alloying, casting, heat treating, extrusion and automated CNC machining. Or customers are global, blue-chip manufacturers such as Caterpillar and Komatsu. We are a local manufacturing success story : sustainability and engineering ingenuity are in our DNA.

The opportunity

We have a superb opportunity for an Engineer of 3-4 years’ of experience, ideally with some exposure to a manufacturing / production / heavy industrial environment to join our central engineering team. You will develop knowledge, understanding and experience of casting technology to add to your engineering skillset. Being the only continuous casting manufacturer of copper alloys in Australasia, we are considered experts at what we do.

Joining a highly specialised, central engineering team, will provide you with ample opportunities for future professional development and growth.

Managing engineering projects efficiently and effectively, including managing change.

Assist with implementing and managing quality systems.

Respond to requests for data and analysis, reviewing and revising SOPs in conjunction with Operational leaders, designing processes, exploring opportunities to continuously improve.

Identify opportunities to improve plant and equipment, support continuous improvement projects and initiatives (PDCA Cycles).

Oversee the sourcing, installation, and commissioning of plant and machinery, ensuring required risk assessments and proper handover to operators are completed. Assist with maintaining data in production databases.

Optimise foundry processes by improving how people, machines, materials, and energy work together to deliver high-quality bronze castings.

To be the perfect fit for this role you will bring :

• Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering, with Honours.
• 3-4 years’ previous engineering experience, ideally obtained in a manufacturing / production / industrial environment.
• Understanding of manufacturing systems will be a distinct advantage.
• Demonstrable practical aptitude.
• Keen enthusiasm and drive to further develop oneself.
• IT expertise including aptitude for data analysis, manipulation and presentation.
• Understanding of quality systems and ISO 9001 / 14001 desirable.

All you need to do to apply is send a cover letter explaining why you would be great for this role, along with your CV or Profile. We will be screening as we go, and candidates will be contacted promptly so don’t wait.

Note - to apply for this role, you must have permanent rights to live and work in New Zealand

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