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Rakon

Posted 2 months ago

Electronics Product Design Engineer

AucklandOn-siteFull-time

AI Summary

A Product Design Engineer designs and develops next‑generation high‑performance electronic products end‑to‑end, from concept and prototyping through testing, verification, and continuous improvement while collaborating with engineering, project management, and production teams.

About this role

Are you an innovative Product Design Engineer looking to shape the next generation of high‑performance products? This is your opportunity to join a forward‑thinking R&D team where creativity, collaboration and cutting‑edge engineering come together.

We’re looking for a hands‑on engineer who thrives on end‑to‑end product development — from concept and design through to prototyping, testing, and continuous improvement.

As a Product Design Engineer, you’ll play a key role in designing and developing world leading products. Working closely with all aspects of the Engineering Teams, Project Management, Production, and key technology partners, you’ll contribute to the full product lifecycle and help shape future technology directions.

What You’ll Be Doing:



Product Design & Development

  • Design of new products from concept through to verification and qualification.
  • Develop and implement test methodologies and specifications.
  • Keep ahead of market needs and state‑of‑the‑art technology to inform product and process innovation.

Teamwork & Problem Solving

  • Collaborate with engineers, technicians, and cross‑functional teams.
  • Solve customer and design challenges.
  • Participate in project work across the organisation.

Continuous Improvement

  • Identify and drive improvement opportunities.
  • Champion innovation and adoption of new technologies and engineering concepts.

What You’ll Bring:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Electronic or Mechatronics Engineering (required).
  • Postgraduate study (Master’s/PhD/Postgrad Diploma) in Engineering or Science (an advantage).
  • At least 3+ years’ experience in a design role within a high‑volume manufacturing environment.
  • Strong engineering knowledge with experience in product realisation.
  • Proficiency in circuit modelling and simulation tools.
  • Experience in analogue and digital circuit design.
  • Excellent communication skills and a methodical, solution‑focused approach.
  • RF design experience is desirable.
  • Thermal or structural simulation knowledge would be an advantage.
  • APQP engineering techniques.



Why Join Us?

At Rakon, we value problem solvers who continuously challenge the status quo—those who look for ways to improve our products, our business, and themselves. You will join a supportive team environment where innovation, ownership, and professional growth are encouraged. If this sounds like you and you are ready to take the next step in your career, we would love to hear from you.

So apply now!

Skills

Analogue Circuit DesignAPQPCircuit ModellingDigital Circuit DesignProduct RealisationRF DesignSimulation ToolsStructural SimulationTest MethodologiesThermal Simulation