ERM Engineer

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Fisher & Paykel Healthcare is hiring an Equipment Reliability & Maintenance (ERM) Engineer for an onsite role in Auckland. This is ideal for a recent graduate with maintenance or automation internship experience or 1-3 years in automated manufacturing who wants to drive reliability improvements, lead root cause analysis, mentor technicians, and develop training. You’ll need a tertiary degree in Mechanical, Electronic or Electro-Mechanical, hands-on repair and diagnostics of electromechanical equipment, PLC fault-finding, solid CAD skills (SolidWorks or Creo), and knowledge of pneumatics and Lean Manufacturing. Bring strong communication, attention to detail and the ability to work independently or in a team. If adjustments are needed, contact [email protected].

Care you use your knowledge for good? Are you a recent graduate with internship experience in maintenance or automation or have 1-3 years’ experience in automated manufacturing? We are looking for a highly talented Equipment Reliability & Maintenance engineer to join our team! 

About the opportunity

As an ERM Engineer, you will play a crucial role in ensuring high levels of equipment reliability support for our production teams. Your responsibilities will include: 

• Review manufacturing and equipment performance data to propose and manage reliability improvement projects. 
• Provide daily guidance to Equipment Maintenance Technicians. 
• Create and present training materials to up-skill team members. 
• Lead root cause analysis and implement long-term solutions. 
• Maintain equipment baseline measurements to minimize downtime. 
• Ensure relevant spare parts are stocked and maintained. 
• Monitor and maintain health and safety standards for equipment operation and maintenance. 

About you

To be successful, you will have: 

• A tertiary degree in Mechanical, Electronic or Electrical, Electro-Mechanical 
• 1-3 years in automated manufacturing or relevant internships. 
• Proven skills in repair, maintenance and diagnostics of electromechanical or automated equipment. 
• Strong mechanical aptitude, including knowledge of pneumatics, automation systems, and PLC fault‑finding.
• Ability to interpret electrical, pneumatic/hydraulic schematics, and mechanical drawings.
• Competent in PLC hardware/software diagnostics (basic or advanced).
• Proficiency in SolidWorks, Creo, or equivalent CAD software.
• Excellent communication, attention to detail, organisation, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. 
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing

Working With Us 

Care to join a supportive environment? Fisher & Paykel Healthcare foster an inclusive work environment founded on our culture of care and cooperation. Here you’ll have the trust and support to generate ideas, solve problems and do your best work, while enjoying some of our perks and benefits: 

• Employee share purchase scheme 

• Discretionary bi-annual Profit share 

• Generous Paid Parental Leave 

• Life, Critical illness and Income Protection Insurance 

• Discounted Health Insurance  

• In-house training programs from external providers  

• Purchasing privileges for Fisher & Paykel Healthcare 

• School holiday programme subsidy 

• Banking and Insurance discounts 

• Free Parking 

• Beautiful campus with green spaces 

• Subsidised Café’s 

• High rates of internal promotion  

• Access to state-of-the-art facilities  

About Us 

Fisher & Paykel Healthcare is a world leader in the design, manufacture, and marketing of medical devices, exporting to over 120 countries globally. Our commitment to care unites us. Here, we’re driven to improve patient care and outcomes through inspired and world-leading healthcare solutions. 

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 [email protected].

Requisition ID: 6199 
Posting end date: ​26/02/2026