Hybrid Senior Engineer – Mechanical

at Babcock International Group

• Job title: Senior Engineer – Mechanical
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Senior
• Salary: Not specified
• Degree requirement: Bachelor's Degree
• Location requirements: Hybrid, Auckland, New Zealand

About the role

• Senior Mechanical Engineer working on complex engineering challenges supporting the NZDF fleet at Babcock. Leading design improvements and ensuring regulatory compliance for naval capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Work on complex and meaningful engineering challenges, shaping mechanical systems that support the NZDF fleet
• Lead investigations and design improvements ensuring outcomes meet regulatory, safety, and operational requirements
• Deliver high-quality mechanical solutions impacting naval and maritime capability
• Join a team that values curiosity, courage, collaboration, and continuous improvement
• Engage in diverse activities such as design, analysis, risk assessment, and documentation, broadening expertise while mentoring others

Requirements

• Mechanical design and integration experience
• Ability to lead technical investigations
• Strong engineering judgement and problem‑solving
• Proficiency with PLM/MRP and engineering software
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Ability to manage tasks to time, cost, quality
• Knowledge of codes, standards, and compliance requirements
• Ability to mentor and share technical expertise
• Washington Accord–accredited Bachelor of Engineering (Mechanical or related)
• Eligibility for Professional Engineer membership
• Membership of a recognised engineering body (Chartered preferred)
• Eligibility to obtain NZSIS Confidential clearance

Benefits

• Our work life integration policy brings together leave entitlements which include annual leave, wellbeing leave, paid parental leave, defence reservist leave plus more;
• We will provide you with a supportive and engaging environment where you can grow your career, supported by our capability framework plus ongoing access to self-led learning modules through LinkedIn Learning and access to study leave;
• You’ll have access to beRewarded which will provide you with endless discounts across retail, health, entertainment, travel and much more, plus novated leasing options and corporate shares plan;
• Your wellbeing is supported through our online wellbeing program Munch, Mind, Move, Money, access to our employee assistance program plus you can access two days annually from your personal leave as wellbeing days;
• You’ll be able to participate in our weRecognise program which is an opportunity to recognise the outstanding work our people do each and every day in living our principles which are Be kind, Collaborate, Be Curious, Think Outcomes, Be Courageous and Own & Deliver