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Care to make a difference Join a team of good people doing good work with intent. People like you, who care to make a difference. About the opportunity A perfect role for a generalist engineer who wants to make their mark and ensure the continuity of care for our most vulnerable patients. In our invasive ventilation and humidification team, we put the patient first. Learning and growing is a way of life in our team - we believe in expanding our knowledge & skills and providing an environment to satisfy your self-motivated nature; we encourage and empower you to try things out. This role is made for an inquisitive and practical personality. Critical thinking skills and a long-term focus are essential. This role has the variety you are looking for as no two days are the same – whether you’re updating a product or negotiating a new regulation or helping solve a manufacturing issue, you’ll need to be quick on your feet and comfortable working with people from all parts of the business, such as Manufacturing, Marketing, Regulatory or Process and Operations Engineering. Being able to communicate your ideas to any of those audiences in formal or informal situations is also essential. You’ll need to be familiar with common standards and regulations that we use and be focused on planning and delivery of projects. About you - you will have A degree (Graduate or higher) in Biomedical, Mechanical, Mechatronics Engineering, or a related field Graduate to 3-5 years of relevant experience What You’ll Bring Experience across product development, process, or operations engineering Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills A collaborative mindset and a passion for learning Willingness to take on a variety of different projects, try new ideas, manage risk and resolve uncertainty Confidence navigating design controls and regulatory frameworks or a willingness to extend your skills and knowledge to include those areas 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. Employee share purchase scheme Bi-annual Profit share Generous Paid Parental Leave Life, Critical illness and Income Protection Insurance Discounted Health Insurance Active Social clubs & community groups In-house training programs from external providers Purchasing privileges for Fisher & Paykel Healthcare and Medela products School holiday programme subsidy Banking and Insurance discounts Free Parking Beautiful campus with green spaces Subsidised Café’s Annual Salary Review 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. Care to join us? Apply today 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 Women in Engineering 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 Diversity Works NZ, 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 recruit@fphcare.co.nz
Here's how to pick the right one and stand out in your application.
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That number is real. WorkMundi's database shows 144,883 open engineer roles across the world. India has the most with 31,687 jobs, followed by the United States with 30,084. If you just finished reading one job ad and felt paralyzed by choice, you're not alone—but this scale is actually an advantage. It means you can afford to be selective.
Start by geography and language. The majority of engineer ads—117,837 of them—have the job posting text written in English. Use that as one filter, but remember: the ad text language tells you nothing about whether the role actually requires you to speak English day-to-day. Read the job description carefully. Then check which countries have the volume you're targeting. Singapore, Poland, and Australia round out the top five after India and the US.
Next, learn who's hiring. Accenture has posted 2,801 engineer roles. andurilindustries, speechify, and jobgether are also actively recruiting. If you're applying to one of these names, research their hiring patterns and interview style before you apply. That homework pays off.
When you interview, expect the question every engineer hears: 'Tell me about a time you had to debug a problem that wasn't in your job description.' Have a specific story ready—not a general one. Name the tools, the deadline pressure, and what you learned. Hiring managers listen for whether you see problem-solving as part of the role itself, not a favour.