About the role

Why you would like it

• Newly created role in the Bay of Plenty 
• Work on Autonomous Unmanned Ground Vehicles in the global agri-tech market 
• Strong focus on PCBAs, wiring harnesses and manufacturing readiness 
• Collaborate closely with Mechatronics, Software, Quality and external vendors 

The opportunity

This is a hands-on Manufacturing Engineering role focused on helping take complex electronic and electromechanical products from design through to reliable, scalable production.

You’ll be working on Autonomous Unmanned Ground Vehicle technology used in agriculture globally, with a particular focus on PCBAs, wiring harnesses, test processes, production documentation and supplier engagement.

We are looking for someone who has both Electronics Engineering capability coupled with Mechatronic Engineering experience and or academic studies. You have ideally 3+ years experience in a Manufacture for Volume - this experience could have been gained across Whiteware, Marine Technology, Radio Communications equipment sectors (to name but a few) etc. 

Company profile

You’ll be joining a global organisation with a strong focus on the agricultural technology market. Their products are used across international farming environments, with engineering and manufacturing teams working together to improve how autonomous systems are designed, built and supported.

This role sits locally in the Bay of Plenty and offers the chance to contribute to a product with real-world impact.

The role

Sitting within the Manufacturing Engineering team, you’ll support the development and production readiness of electronic assemblies and related systems. You’ll work closely with cross-functional Mechatronic Engineering and Software Capability teams to ensure designs are practical, buildable and supportable in manufacturing.

You’ll also engage with outsourced manufacturing partners and vendors at component level, helping resolve technical queries, improve quality, and support delivery outcomes.

Day to day, you’ll be involved in:

• Manufacturing engineering support for PCBAs, wiring harnesses and electromechanical assemblies 
• Developing test processes, fixtures, jigs, work instructions and production documentation 
• Supporting engineering change processes and production readiness reviews 
• Working with external manufacturers and vendors on component-level issues 
• Running small projects independently from scope through to delivery 
• Collaborating across Mechatronics, Software, Quality, Procurement and Inventory teams.

Your fit

You’ll likely bring experience in manufacturing engineering within electronics, mechatronics or a similar technical environment. You’ll be comfortable getting into the detail, asking good questions, and working across both internal engineering teams and external suppliers.

You’ll bring:

• Experience with PCBAs, wiring harnesses or electromechanical assemblies 
• Exposure to outsourced manufacturing at component level 
• Confidence managing small projects independently 
• Strong vendor engagement and technical problem-solving skills 
• Ability to work with cross-functional engineering teams 
• Clear communication and a practical, delivery-focused approach 

Interested?

If you’re looking for a role where manufacturing engineering is close to the product, the people and the outcome, this is worth a conversation.

Apply now or contact Barry Hardy @ Potentia to learn more. - Feel free to call him on 027 654 4653.