Technologist

Te Whiwhinga mahi | The opportunity

The Faculty of Engineering and Design is seeking a Technologist (Dynamics and control) to provide expert technical services to support the teaching and research activities of the Department of Mechanical & Mechatronics Engineering staff and students.

You will be joining a 14-strong team of technical staff providing specialist support to the Department of Mechanical and Mechatronics Engineering staff and students. The team is split 50/50 between the City Campus and the Newmarket Campus. We contribute technical knowledge and expertise to research and teaching activities while ensuring the ongoing operation and compliance of a vast range of laboratories, research equipment and teaching facilities.

This is a full-time, 37.5 hours per week role on a permanent basis. The salary range is $73,400- $90,700 per annum, depending on qualifications and experience.

For more detailed information, please refer to the Position Description.

Mō tō mātou rōpū | About the team

Our Faculty of Engineering and Design has grown to over 5,000 students – our undergraduate first-year intake includes over 800 students yearly and continues to increase. We now have over 500 postgraduate students in both research and taught programmes.

Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou | What we offer

The University is committed to providing an excellent working environment through:

• Flexible working hours
• Up to 6.75% company superannuation scheme
• A competitive salary with five weeks’ annual leave

In addition, we also offer career development programmes, a generous parental leave allowance, childcare and many other discounts on internal and external services.

For more information, please visit Staff Benefits.

He kōrero mōu | About you

We are looking for a candidate with a bachelor’s degree in mechanical or Mechatronics Engineering and experience in vibration testing and measurement. Experience in Mechatronics and working in a tertiary environment is preferred. Additionally, registration with the Electrical Workers Registration Board (EWRB) as an Electrical Appliance or Service Technician would be advantageous.

The successful applicant will be a self-motivated Engineer/Technocrat who excels both independently and as part of a team. You should ideally possess the following:

• High level of competency with vibration measurements using specialist equipment
• Knowledge of software development, coding, and debugging using LabVIEW and embedded C/C++
• Strong expertise in instrumentation of mechanical and electromechanical systems and data acquisition, including interfacing instrumentation with computers using data acquisition software
• Proficient CAD/CAM Matlab Simulink software.
• Ability to troubleshoot issues related to equipment, computer software, and infrastructure.
• Basic knowledge of electronic circuit design
• Excellent organizational and planning skills
• Ability to work proactively, autonomously, and collaboratively in a team environment
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate clearly, effectively disseminate knowledge, and influence multiple stakeholder groups
• Resilience and adaptability to changing external/market demands, technology, and internal initiatives, which may require personal or professional development
• A strong focus on health and safety

Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to apply

Applications must be submitted online by the closing date of 9/04/2026to be considered. Please include your cover letter and CV highlighting how you can meet the abovementioned skills and experiences.

Please reach out to d.mathur@auckland.ac.nz - Dinesh Mathur - for a confidential conversation. Please note that we are happy to answer your questions, but we do not accept applications by email.