Company Description
Waipapa Taumata Rau | The University of Auckland
The University of Auckland invites applications for the position of DesignLab Technician within the Design programme in the Faculty of Engineering & Design.
Job Description
The opportunity | Te Whiwhinga mahi
This is a significant opportunity to be a technician within a new type of design education at New Zealand’s largest and best resourced University. The ideal candidate will be passionate about design, especially experimentation, rapid prototyping, making, and iterative practice. They will be working within a team of technicians and design academics to assist staff and students to produce a wide variety of projects.
This is a new programme offering a range of fabrication environments from traditional machinery to digital technologies and sensor environments. The candidate will have proven experience across a range of equipment and skills, including:
- Laser cutters
- CNC’s
- 3d printing and post-processing
- Water-jet cutters
- Drill presses
- Hand tools
- Model Making
- Soldering stations
- Electronics and Arduino coding
- Sewing machines and more!
For more information, please see the Position Description
This is a full-time, 37.5 hours per week, permanent role. The salary range for this role is $62,400 - $77,800 per annum, depending on experience and qualifications.
About you | He kōrero mōu
Our ideal candidate will be comfortable learning new tools and techniques quickly and efficiently (including related software) and have the keenness and confidence to share their knowledge with individuals and groups in the Design Programme community of students, researchers and industry partners.
Experience with 3d design software would be a distinct advantage e.g. Fusion 360, 3DS Max, Rhino3d, or SolidWorks, as the candidate would be expected to help staff and students solve design issues.
It’s an expectation that you stay up to date with relevant technologies and techniques to ensure the best possible solutions are made available to staff and students, while also having a solid background in traditional workshop practice. Health and safety is an essential part of the role, so a proactive attitude towards ensuring a safe environment vital.
Essential:
- Trade qualification in materials / woodworking or related industry e.g. cabinetmaking or boatbuilding; high school qualification or relevant experience
- First aid certificate must be gained and maintained at all times
Preferred:
- Tertiary qualification or trade qualification in a field relevant to the CAI Design Programme e.g. Product Design, Industrial Design, Architecture or Fine Arts
Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to apply
Applications must be submitted online, by the closing date of 26th July 2025 to be considered. Please include your cover letter and your CV highlighting how you meet the skills and experience required. Please note that we may close the role earlier if we find suitable candidates before the end date.
Please reach out to Zane Egginton - z.egginton@auckland.ac.nz with any questions about the role. Please note we are happy to answer your questions, but we do not accept applications by email.
Additional Information
Equity
The University is committed to meeting its obligations under the Treaty of Waitangi and achieving equity outcomes for staff and students in a safe, inclusive, and equitable environment. For further information on services for Māori, Pacific, women, LGBTQIATakatāpuiMVPFAFF+, people with disabilities, parenting support, flexible work and other personal circumstances go to www.equity.auckland.ac.nz
The University is committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and equitable environment where everyone can thrive. For further information see Te Ara Tautika | the Equity Policy and visit www.equity.auckland.ac.nz
Equity
The University is committed to meeting its obligations under the Treaty of Waitangi and achieving equity outcomes for staff and students in a safe, inclusive, and equitable environment. For further information on services for Māori, Pacific, women, LGBTQIATakatāpuiMVPFAFF+, people with disabilities, parenting support, flexible work and other personal circumstances go to www.equity.auckland.ac.nz