Join Temperzone – A Leader in Innovation and Sustainability

Welcome to Temperzone, Australasia’s longest-serving air conditioning manufacturer and proud winner of the 2022 ARBS Product Excellence Award. Our commitment to quality, sustainability, and innovation is reflected in our internationally recognised products and strong company culture. At Temperzone, our values drive everything we do – from how we work together to how we serve our customers.

About the role

We’re on the lookout for a Design Engineer to join our Auckland manufacturing office!
Your expertise in design, selections, and documentation will help us deliver HVAC solutions that are efficient, effective, and tailored to specific needs.

While prior industry experience is ideal, we’re also open to considering graduates with 1–2 years of relevant experience who demonstrate strong technical capability and a willingness to learn.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and support continuous product development and improvement initiatives.
• Manage improvement projects through the ECR and ECN processes.
• Refine product designs using performance data, customer feedback, and testing outcomes.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Supply, Compliance, R&D, and Operations.
• Maintain and update ERP structures (MOM/BOM) and ensure design documentation aligns with quality standards.
• Provide technical support to production, maintenance, procurement, and warehouse teams.
• Participate in strategic planning, including supplier part transitions and project prioritisation.
• Support knowledge sharing within the engineering team and contribute to new product development feedback loops.
• Promote and adhere to health, safety, and environmental practices, including Lean principles (5S).

What you will bring to the role

To be successful in this role, you’ll need:

• A bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Design from an accredited institution.
• Strong grasp of engineering principles and analytical thinking.
• Ability to assess cost-value trade-offs and risk through data analysis.
• Familiarity with production systems, BOM systems, and MRP.
• Preferably, experience with Inventor, Vault, HVAC designs, or sheet-metal-related industries.
• Excellent time management and prioritisation skills.
• Confidence in leading meetings and technical discussions.
• Proactive in driving tasks forward and engaging stakeholders.
• Strong sense of ownership, reliability, and consistency in delivery.

Benefits

• Cafeteria + parking and security
• Health insurance cover: Hospital Select Base Plan + 3 GP Visits
• Benefit from special discounts on personal banking with ANZ.
• Employee Assistance Program – free counselling and wellbeing support
• Discounted rate for employee purchases of heat pump products
• Long service recognition at 12+ years
• Enjoy a relaxed office environment with a supportive and collaborative team.
• Access training initiatives and opportunities for career growth.
• Be part of a globally recognised company with a strong reputation.

Ready to Apply?

• Click through to our external link and answer a few quick screening questions.
• We aim to respond within one week of receiving your application.
• Priority will be given to candidates with NZ work eligibility.