Junior Mechanical Engineer jobs in Nelson

A leading space technology company is seeking a Junior Orbital Dynamics Engineer who will work remotely from New Zealand. This role involves monitoring space object activity and contributing to the development of orbital dynamics tools. Ideal candidates should have a Bachelor of Science in Engineering or Science, 2+ years in orbit determination, and familiarity with space mission operations. Join...

An innovative company is seeking a Junior Mobile Engineer to enhance retail workflows through mobile solutions. In this role, you will write clean, well-tested code while collaborating with cross-functional teams. The ideal candidate will have experience in mobile development, particularly with Swift and Kotlin, and possess strong communication skills. This position offers a flexible work...

An engineering solutions provider based in New Zealand is seeking a practical mechanical engineer to join their team in Nelson. The role involves developing cost-effective and compliant design solutions across various projects, including materials handling and process plants. Candidates should possess a mechanical engineering degree and have strong design experience using SolidWorks. Good...

About The Job At Alignerr, we partner with the world’s leading AI research teams and labs to build and train cutting‑edge AI models. You’ll challenge advanced language models on topics like fluid dynamics, thermodynamics, structural mechanics, and mechatronics—documenting every failure mode so we can harden model reasoning. Organization: Alignerr Position: Mechanical Engineering - AI Data...

A leading aerospace and defence company in Auckland is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to deliver innovative engineering change proposals for the Royal New Zealand Navy fleet. This role involves collaboration with project managers and stakeholders, ensuring high standards of quality and safety. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's in Engineering and strong problem-solving skills, thriving in a...

The opportunity / Te Whiwhinga mahi We are looking for a Team Leader to provide continued leadership to staff delivering Trade and Aviation programmes. This is a permanent, full time 1.0 FTE role or could be split if required, it is based on our Nelson Campus. The Trades and Aviation programmes are highly productive, and quality focussed. This key people leadership role will support the delivery...

The European Institute of Policy Research and Human Rights is a prestigious institution that offers cutting-edge online programs designed to educate future leaders in policy research, human rights, and related disciplines. Our mission is to deliver world-class skill enhancing programs to candidates globally, equipping them with the knowledge and skills to influence policy and drive positive...

A leading immigration consultancy in Auckland is seeking a Geometric or Senior Geometric Design Engineer. The role involves providing technical designs for complex New Zealand projects, ensuring timely delivery of road and infrastructure designs, and managing client relationships. Candidates should have expertise in design software, a track record in road design, and the ability to mentor junior...

Overview Federato is on a mission to defend the right to efficient, equitable insurance for all. We enable insurers to provide affordable coverage to people and organizations facing the issues of today - the climate crisis, cyber-attacks, social inflation, etc. Our vision is understood and well funded by those behind Salesforce, Veeva, Zoom, Box, etc. Federato’s AI/ML-driven platform leverages...

A growing AI startup in Wellington is seeking a Senior Backend Engineer with expertise in Node.js and TypeScript. This role involves developing scalable backend systems, mentoring junior engineers, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. The company offers a flexible work culture, a variety of employee benefits, and the opportunity to make an impact in the field of AI. Ideal candidates...

Overview Senior Software Engineer - Digital Workplace at Canonical. Join to apply for the Senior Software Engineer - Digital Workplace role at Canonical. Canonical is a leading provider of open source software and operating systems to the global enterprise and technology markets. Our platform, Ubuntu, is widely used in breakthrough enterprise initiatives such as public cloud, data science, AI,...

Join to apply for the Senior Software Engineer role at Re‑Leased . Does driving innovation and enriching our human experience through technology make you tick? At Re‑Leased our vision is to shape the future of Commercial Real Estate and drive better outcomes for people, property and planet. Our cloud‑based commercial property management software is designed to specifically meet the needs of...

A prominent seafood company in New Zealand seeks a Trainee Factory Engineer to join their team at sea. Ideal candidates will have mechanical experience, follow safety protocols, and work effectively in a team. The role offers a unique work environment with competitive training opportunities. Candidates should be ready to work in a rotating schedule of 12 hours and fulfill all safety and teamwork...

A forward-thinking AI startup is seeking a Senior Backend Engineer to enhance its platform operations in Tauranga, New Zealand. The role involves designing scalable backend systems using Node.js and TypeScript, mentoring junior engineers, and collaborating across teams. Candidates should possess strong experience with Node.js, TypeScript, PostgreSQL, and cloud services like AWS. The company...

Vessel Factory Engineer Trainee Date: 15 Jan 2026 Location: NZ Company: Sealord Group Ltd Company Overview Sealord is the largest seafood company in the Southern Hemisphere. With more than 60 years of fishing experience, farming, processing, and marketing operations, our business consistently delivers quality seafood to our customers around the world. Established in 1961, Nelson Sealord is...

A leading AI technology firm is seeking a Mechanical Engineering - AI Data Trainer to develop advanced engineering problems and solutions for AI models. This remote position focuses on challenging AI with complex concepts in mechanical engineering. Candidates should have a Master's or Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering, with strong knowledge in solid and fluid mechanics, and the ability to...

Brightwater Engineering provides engineering solutions to industrial clients across New Zealand. We are seeking a practical mechanical engineer to join our engineering team based in Nelson. You will be responsible for developing design solutions that are cost effective, fit‑for‑purpose, accurate, readily constructible, NZS compliant, that will meet or exceed customer expectations. To be...

The European Institute of Policy Research and Human Rights is a prestigious institution that offers cutting-edge online programs designed to educate future leaders in policy research, human rights, and related disciplines. Our mission is to deliver world-class skill enhancing programs to candidates globally, equipping them with the knowledge and skills to influence policy and drive positive...

Deep Sea Fishing Factory Engineer # 2 Date: 15 Jan 2026 Location: NZ Company: Sealord Group Ltd Sealord is the largest seafood company in the Southern Hemisphere. With more than 60 years of fishing experience, farming, processing, and marketing operations, our business consistently delivers quality seafood to customers around the world. Established in 1961, Nelson Sealord is half owned by the...

At Leonardo.Ai, we’re on a mission to unleash the world’s creativity through cutting‑edge generative AI. We're an Australian startup building tools that reimagine how people design, create, and tell stories, and we’re just getting started. Over 30 million users worldwide use Leonardo to bring their ideas to life. The Role: We’re seeking a Senior Backend Engineer with experience in Node.js to...