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Mechanical Design Engineer

Moffat NZ

  • Concept-to-market
  • Great breadth and depth
  • Rolleston Based, World Leading Manufacturer

Would you like to apply your Design for Manufacturability abilities to our globally recognised range of products? Are you up to entering the complex world of commercial gas / electric kitchen equipment? Due to the retirement of one of our long-standing design experts, we have an opportunity for you!

With over 90 years' experience, Moffat Ltd is the southern hemispheres largest developer and manufacturer of commercial cooking and baking equipment. We manufacture a vast array of gas and electric product types for the local and international markets. We are part of a global organisation, and our products go in the best kitchens, hotels and restaurants around the world!

You'll be able to grasp our customers' needs and bring a range of innovative solutions to keep us front of mind when they are considering cooking equipment for their challenges. You'll thrive being part of a team who work from concept, CAD design, prototype, test and through to production release and manufacturing improvement in our Rolleston facility which is our NZ base for our centre of excellence and innovation

Ideally, you will have degree in an engineering principle such as industrial product design or mechanical engineering and experience in electrical/gas product design /development and excellence in CAD. You'll be able to demonstrate an understanding of engineering design principles and manufacturing processes as well as project management skills.

We can offer you the opportunity to join a friendly and supportive team in a company that is in a financially secure position and part of the largest global group of companies in our space. You'll receive a competitive rate of pay and after six months you may be eligible for health insurance for you and your immediate family. You'll get access to our delicious cafeteria, we are close to Rolleston and Christchurch, and we have free on-site parking.

Want to know more? Call Andrew on (03) 983 6638 or 021 846 547. Alternatively you can send your application, in confidence to hr@moffat.co.nz.

Applications close: 30 Nov 2026

Reference: 6938810
Location: Rolleston, Canterbury
Listed: 22 October 2026

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