Mechanical Engineering Technician
About the Company
AHS is a New Zealand-based engineering and manufacturing company delivering advanced prefabricated building systems and sustainable housing solutions.
The company’s proprietary SAIMU™ FRP Panel System integrates structural performance, insulation, and durability into a single engineered solution, supporting scalable and low-carbon construction.
AHS operates across:
- Engineering research and structural testing
- Advanced materials manufacturing
- Prefabricated building system deployment
The company is currently expanding into automated and semi-automated production systems to support increased manufacturing capacity in New Zealand, while advancing the delivery of high-performance building systems through the integration of advanced technologies, including robotics and artificial intelligence.
Why Join AHS?- Work on real-world engineering applications in housing and manufacturing
- Gain exposure to materials, testing, and production systems
- Be part of a company addressing New Zealand’s housing supply challenges
- Develop hands-on engineering experience in a growing technical environment
Role Overview
We are seeking a Mechanical Engineering Technician to support our manufacturing operations, testing activities, and equipment optimisation.
This is a graduate-to-intermediate level engineering technician role requiring a strong foundation in mechanical engineering principles, with the ability to apply technical knowledge in a practical manufacturing and testing environment.
The role is suitable for candidates with a solid academic background and demonstrated technical capability, who are looking to develop their career in an applied engineering setting.
Key Responsibilities
Manufacturing & Process Support- Assist in the operation and optimisation of manufacturing processes for composite building materials
- Support production workflow analysis and continuous improvement initiatives
- Monitor product quality and assist with process control
- Assist in installation, setup, and maintenance of mechanical equipment
- Conduct basic diagnostics and support troubleshooting under supervision
- Participate in preventative maintenance programmes
- Assist with material, structural, and performance testing
- Collect and record experimental data in a structured and accurate manner
- Support engineers in analysing results and preparing reports
- Support implementation of semi-automated or automated production systems
- Assist with basic calibration and system checks
- Work alongside senior engineers on system improvements
- Enable robotics and AI in manufacturing and construction by designing, integrating, and optimising the physical systems that deliver precise, efficient, and reliable automated production and assembly.
- Maintain accurate technical records and documentation
- Follow New Zealand health, safety, and engineering compliance requirements
Skills & Qualifications
Essential:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline
- Strong understanding of:
o Mechanics and materials
o Thermodynamics or fluid systems
o Engineering fundamentals- Basic proficiency in:
o CAD software (e.g. SolidWorks or similar)
o Engineering tools such as MATLAB or equivalent
o Manufacturing & CAM: Mastercam, Fusion 360 (for toolpaths, CNC machining, and digital fabrication workflows)o Robotics & Automation: ROS (Robot Operating System), ABB RobotStudio, FANUC ROBOGUIDE (for robot programming, simulation, and control)
o Programming & AI Integration: Python, C++ (for automation logic, AI integration, and data processing)
- Controls & PLC Systems: Siemens TIA Portal, Allen-Bradley Studio 5000 (for industrial automation and control systems)Ability to:
o Interpret technical drawings
o Apply theoretical knowledge in practical settings
o Learn quickly in a hands-on environment
Preferred- Exposure to:
o Laboratory testing or research projects
o Manufacturing or production environments (internship/project level acceptable)- Experience working on:
o Mechanical design projects
o Engineering research or academic presentations- Strong communication skills in technical and team environments
Why This Role is Structured This Way
This position has been designed to:
- Support the development of engineering capability within manufacturing operations
- Bridge engineering theory and practical production application
- Enable workforce development in advanced materials and construction systems
The role forms part of a broader engineering team and operates under the supervision of experienced engineers.