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Engineering jobs in Christchurch.

63 open roles, 18 posted this week. Apply directly with the employer, and tailor your CV to each one.

  • Engineering15 days ago

    DVT Manager

    Enphase Energy · 1001-5000 employees

    A global energy technology company and leading provider of solar, battery, and EV charging products.

    Christchurch, Canterbury
    Full timeManages people

    Coordinating testing schedules · Planning verification programmes · Maintaining lab equipment

    8+ yrsBachelor’s degree in Electrical/Electronics Engineering or related discipline; 8+ years’ DVT or product validation experience; experience leading and managing engineers; New Zealand permanent residency or citizenship

  • Engineering17 days ago

    Structural Engineer

    Archway Recruitment

    Christchurch, Canterbury
    Full time

    Designing structural systems · Preparing engineering reports · Conducting site inspections

    3+ yrsDegree in Structural Engineering; 3+ years of structural engineering project experience in New Zealand; experience with commercial, industrial and multi-unit residential projects; knowledge of NZ design codes and practices

  • Engineering17 days ago

    Senior Civil Engineer

    Archway Recruitment

    Christchurch, Canterbury
    Full time

    Delivering civil design · Managing engineering systems · Engaging with clients

    8+ yrs8–15 years’ civil engineering experience; strong land development civil design capability across land development and three waters projects; CPEng NZ

  • Engineering17 days ago

    Senior Civil Engineer

    Archway Recruitment

    Christchurch, Canterbury
    Full time

    Delivering infrastructure designs · Conducting site inspections · Preparing design documentation

    6+ yrsBachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent; minimum 6 years’ relevant NZ experience in land development and infrastructure projects; understanding of three waters infrastructure and subdivision designs; civil 3d modelling skills

  • Engineering18 days ago

    Mechanical Site Engineer

    Fulton Hogan · 5001+ employees

    A construction company focused on infrastructure, community wellbeing, and sustainable delivery.

    Christchurch, Canterbury
    OnsiteFull timeMid level

    Coordinating mechanical delivery · Managing procurement · Overseeing commissioning

    3+ yrsBachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering (Civil or Electrical considered with strong mechanical exposure); 3+ years delivering mechanical scope in water, wastewater, industrial, oil & gas, or process infrastructure; experience with MS Project, CCS, NZS 3910 processes; strong communication and H&S commitment.

    Parental leaveRetirement savings
  • Engineering19 days ago

    Advanced Project Engineer

    Honeywell Technologies

    Christchurch, Canterbury
    Full time

    Delivering project engineering · Coordinating stakeholder requirements · Commissioning automation projects

    Engineering degree or trade qualification with considerable experience in electrical, electronic, mechatronics or ICT; demonstrated experience with BMS, electronic security or industrial controls (PLC/SCADA)

  • Engineering19 days ago

    Project Engineer - Amberly Wind Farm

    Fulton Hogan · 5001+ employees

    A construction company focused on infrastructure, community wellbeing, and sustainable delivery.

    Christchurch, Canterbury
    Full time

    Leading site engineering delivery · Managing project logistics · Coordinating subcontractors and suppliers

    Project Engineer-level experience on civil infrastructure projects; strong logistics and coordination skills; heavy civil structures experience; flexibility to travel and work outside the wider Christchurch area

    Parental leaveRetirement savings
  • Engineering18 days ago

    Advanced Project Engineer

    Honeywell · 5001+ employees

    A global automation company providing solutions for building, industrial, and process sectors.

    Christchurch, Canterbury+5 more
    OnsiteFull timeMid level

    Engineering projects · Commissioning systems · Coordinating stakeholders

    Engineering degree or trade qualification with considerable experience in electrical, electronic, mechatronics, or ICT; demonstrated experience in BMS, electronic security, or industrial controls (PLC/SCADA); strong communication and stakeholder engagement.

  • Engineering19 days ago
    Christchurch, Canterbury
    Full time

    Designing building structures · Conducting structural analysis · Managing projects

    3+ yrsRelevant qualification in Structural or Civil Engineering; Washington Accord Degree

  • Engineering19 days ago

    Structural Engineering Technician

    University of Canterbury

    Christchurch, Canterbury
    Full time

    Designing research equipment · Operating testing equipment · Maintaining laboratory equipment

    5+ yrs5+ years' relevant trade experience; technical design and advanced trade knowledge; experience operating workshop machinery, testing equipment and computer-controlled systems; data logging, control software, hydraulics or servo-hydraulic experience; Advanced Trade Certificate, NZDE, bachelor's degree or equivalent; NZ or Australian citizenship or permanent residency

    Generous leaveRetirement savings
  • Engineering20 days ago

    Senior Industrial Engineer & South Island Lead

    Beca · 1001-5000 employees

    An employee-owned consulting firm that develops and delivers solutions for clients, focusing on sustainability, innovation, and digital technologies.

    Christchurch, Canterbury
    Full time

    Developing client relationships · Identifying project opportunities · Delivering industrial projects

    Recognised technical expertise in the industrial sector; industrial engineering expertise including capital project delivery and operational improvement; established South Island industry network or proven ability to build trusted client relationships

  • Engineering22 days ago

    Electrical Engineer - Power

    WSP in New Zealand

    Christchurch, Canterbury
    Full time

    Delivering electrical design · Providing technical advice · Supporting project delivery

    3+ yrsElectrical Engineering qualification; current, clean driver licence; demonstrated experience in electrical design; in-depth knowledge of New Zealand electrical codes and standards; experience using electrical design modelling software

  • Engineering23 days ago

    Civil Engineer

    Babbage Consultants · 201-1000 employees

    A New Zealand-owned multidisciplinary professional services consultancy bringing together architecture, engineering, planning and environmental expertise.

    Christchurch, Canterbury
    OnsiteFull timeSenior

    Designing civil projects · Preparing documentation · Coordinating with teams

    5+ yrsDegree in Civil Engineering; 5+ years post-graduate experience in civil design and documentation; proficiency in Civil 3D; knowledge of NZ design standards and council requirements; strong communication and collaboration skills.

  • Engineering22 days ago
    Christchurch, Canterbury
    Full timeSenior

    Designing transmission lines · Producing technical reports · Conducting earthing studies

    Relevant electrical engineering qualification; demonstrated overhead transmission line design experience; hands-on experience using PLS-CADD and CDEGS; experience undertaking EMF, earthing and lightning studies

  • Engineering23 days ago
    Christchurch, Canterbury
    Full time

    Leading structural design · Designing structural systems · Testing structural products

    Bachelor of Engineering (Civil or Structural), or equivalent; experience leading structural design and mentoring; structural code design and analysis; understanding of materials, construction and system integration; experience setting direction and reviewing work

  • Engineering23 days ago
    Christchurch, Canterbury
    Full time

    Leading engineering design · Developing design programmes · Mentoring other engineers

    Experience leading mechanical design of engineered systems; Bachelor of Engineering (Mechanical or Mechatronics) or equivalent; experience setting development direction, reviewing work and mentoring engineers; design and analysis to relevant standards; knowledge of materials, manufacturing and system integration

  • Engineering24 days ago

    Site Engineer - Expression of Interest

    Fulton Hogan · 5001+ employees

    A construction company focused on infrastructure, community wellbeing, and sustainable delivery.

    Christchurch, Canterbury
    OnsiteFull timeMid level

    Planning site works · Coordinating resources · Monitoring progress

    2+ yrsBachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related; 2+ years site engineering experience in civil construction or infrastructure; strong planning, communication, and safety commitment; must pass pre-employment medical and drug screen.

    Parental leaveRetirement savings
  • Engineering23 days ago

    ANS Requirements Specialist

    Airways New Zealand

    Christchurch, Canterbury
    Full time

    Adapting domestic systems · Validating system changes · Resolving operational issues

    Commercial pilot's licence (CPL), Air Traffic Services (ATS) qualification, Procedure Design (PD) background or similar; proficiency with Microsoft Office 365; legally eligible to work in New Zealand

  • Engineering24 days ago
    Christchurch, Canterbury
    Full time

    Developing process designs · Preparing technical documentation · Performing engineering calculations

    Qualification in Chemical or Process Engineering, or a closely related discipline; experience in process engineering design

  • Engineering24 days ago

    Automation Test Engineer

    Tait Communications · 201-1000 employees

    A global leader in critical communications, designing and supporting networks for public safety, transportation, and utility customers.

    Christchurch, Canterbury
    Full time

    Designing production test equipment · Developing hardware and software solutions · Diagnosing production faults

    Experience with electronic design; software development; microcontrollers or single-board computers; test equipment, electronics assembly, PCB development, or manufacturing systems; tertiary qualification in Electronics Engineering, Mechatronics, Software Engineering, or a related discipline

    Generous leave
  • Engineering24 days ago

    Principal Transmission Line Engineer I Energy NZ

    AECOM · 5001+ employees

    A global infrastructure consulting firm delivering water, environment, energy, transportation, and building solutions.

    Christchurch, Canterbury
    Full timeSenior
  • Engineering25 days ago

    Engineering Draftsperson

    Meridian Energy · 1001-5000 employees

    A subsidiary of Meridian Energy delivering dam management expertise to dam owners in New Zealand and internationally.

    Christchurch, Canterbury
    Full time

    Producing engineering drawings · Preparing drawing packages · Maintaining as-built records

    Relevant engineering, design or CAD qualification or equivalent practical experience; experience in an engineering drafting or CAD role; extensive AutoCAD experience; experience producing engineering drawings and technical documentation

    Parental leaveGenerous leaveRetirement savings
  • Engineering25 days ago

    Workscope Support Engineer

    Pratt & Whitney · 5001+ employees

    A global aerospace company that designs, manufactures, and services aircraft engines and auxiliary power units.

    Christchurch, Canterbury
    Full time

    Creating work instructions · Preparing work packages · Supporting shop visits

    Right to work in New Zealand

    Generous leave
  • Engineering25 days ago

    Senior Flight Safety Engineer– Spaceplane

    Dawn Aerospace · 51-200 employees

    A space transportation company enabling sustainable and scalable access to space.

    Christchurch, Canterbury
    OnsiteFull timeSenior

    Owning flight safety analysis · Leading system safety assessments · Specifying flight abort behavior

    Experienced engineer with strong background in flight safety analysis for launch or re-entry under Part 450, quantitative risk modeling, FHA/FTA, and systems engineering for complex aerospace systems.

  • Engineering26 days ago

    Aircraft Performance Engineer

    Air New Zealand · 5001+ employees

    An airline that connects people across Aotearoa and the world, with technical operations keeping aircraft safe and reliable.

    Christchurch, Canterbury
    Full time

    Analysing aircraft reliability data · Leading reliability investigations · Developing predictive models

    Experience in aircraft reliability engineering, maintenance engineering, maintenance planning, aviation performance analysis or related discipline; experience investigating complex issues using datasets; practical experience with AI, SQL, Python or similar tools; relevant qualification in Engineering, Aviation, Data Analytics or related discipline

  • Engineering27 days ago

    Asset Manager - Central / Lower South Island

    NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi

    Christchurch, Canterbury
    Full time

    Developing maintenance programmes · Analysing pavement condition data · Conducting field inspections

    Experience in transport infrastructure or asset management; knowledge of pavement engineering and highway surface data; relevant tertiary qualification or equivalent experience; legal right to live and work in New Zealand

    Generous leave
  • Engineering27 days ago

    Technical Principal - Water

    WSP in New Zealand

    Christchurch, Canterbury
    Full time

    Leading water projects · Reviewing technical work · Mentoring technical staff

    15+ yrsBEng or equivalent qualification; CPEng NZ; 15+ years’ professional experience; current clean driver licence

  • Engineering27 days ago
    Christchurch, Canterbury
    Full timeSenior

    Providing technical direction · Reviewing stormwater designs · Coordinating multidisciplinary inputs

    12+ yrsFour-year university degree in Civil Engineering; Chartered Professional Engineer (CPEng) status; minimum 12 years' post-graduate experience in civil and stormwater engineering; significant design experience across stormwater and Three Waters infrastructure

    Parental leave
  • Engineering30 days ago
    Christchurch, Canterbury
    Full time

    Scoping protection work · Reviewing design deliverables · Assessing protection schemes

    3+ yrsAt least 3 years’ experience in HV Protection & Automation design, settings, implementation, commissioning or related project delivery in electricity transmission, distribution or generation; electrical or power engineering degree (Washington Accord accredited) or equivalent tertiary qualification

About engineering jobs in Christchurch

There are 63 roles open for engineering jobs in Christchurch on the SmartCVs job board, 18 of them posted in the last week, all from employers' own career sites.

Of these, 63 full time and 3 hybrid or remote.

That's 63 of the 499 engineering jobs across New Zealand.

1 ad says the employer will support a visa.

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