Product Development Engineer

Auckland | Fisher & Paykel Healthcare

About the Role

At Fisher & Paykel Healthcare, we are driven by a passion for improving patient outcomes through innovation. As we continue to grow, we’re looking for early-career Engineers to join our team, with the role available for an immediate start to grow alongside experienced engineers at the forefront of MedTech. This is an opportunity to develop your skills in a supportive, collaborative environment, working closely with senior engineers and cross-functional teams to bring ideas to life. You’ll play a key role in innovative projects, helping bring ideas to life from initial concepts through to real-world implementation, while gaining exposure to best practices in medical device design and development.

We’re looking for someone who is curious, hands-on, and enjoys solving real-world problems. You’ll thrive if you’re motivated to learn, open to feedback, and excited about building both your technical capability and your career.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Collaborating with experienced engineers and cross-functional teams (e.g. R&D, manufacturing, quality)
• Supporting the design and development of innovative medical devices
• Creating and testing prototypes, and contributing to iterative design improvements
• Assisting with product validation, documentation, and design reviews
• Contributing to projects from early-stage concepts through to release
• Learning and applying quality and regulatory standards in a healthcare environment

About You

• 0–3 years’ experience in a relevant engineering role
• Degree in Mechanical, Mechatronics, Biomedical Engineering, or a related discipline
• Strong problem-solving mindset and willingness to learn from others
• Good communication skills and ability to work collaboratively
• A proactive attitude with a desire to take ownership and grow

Skills & Experience (Exposure to any of the below is beneficial):

• Product development processes
• Prototype design and hands-on building
• Manufacturing methods (e.g. injection moulding)
• Product testing and technical documentation
• Basic project coordination or planning
• Awareness of medical device standards or regulated environments (not essential)

Why Join Us?

• Work alongside industry-leading engineers and mentors
• Structured opportunities for learning, development, and career growth
• Hands-on experience across the full product development lifecycle
• Contribute to products that make a real difference to patients’ lives
• Be part of a collaborative, purpose-driven team

 

We focus on nurturing a positive and inclusive culture based on trust and respect. In New Zealand, our employee-led communities, Spectra (Rainbow), Manaaki (Māori) and WISE (Women in Science & Engineering) among others play an important role in this culture. We also have a commitment to creating a positive lasting impact on society, shown by our support of New Zealand organisations such as Te Uru Tangata – Centre for Workplace Inclusion, Pride Pledge and Global Women.

 

We are dedicated to designing our recruitment process with care and empathy to support all candidates, regardless of identity, background, and experiences. Should you require support or adjustments during our process, please let us know at recruit@fphcare.co.nz.