Product Development Engineer

About the role

Join Fisher & Paykel Healthcare’s Surgery division and help shape the future of operating‑theatre solutions. As a Product Development Engineer you will work in a fast‑moving, start‑up‑like environment, applying a “fail fast, learn faster” mindset to bring new medical devices from concept to market.

Key responsibilities

• Support the existing surgical product portfolio and drive enhancements.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to define user needs, design concepts, and manufacturing processes.
• Lead rapid prototyping, testing, and iteration cycles while ensuring regulatory compliance.
• Prepare and manage 510(k) submissions and other design‑control documentation.
• Identify and resolve technical challenges throughout product development.

Required profile

• Degree in Chemical & Materials Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
• Minimum 3 years experience in the medical‑device or similarly regulated industry.
• Proven ability to work in a flexible, fast‑paced, hands‑on environment.
• Strong communication skills for cross‑functional collaboration.

Required skills

• 510(k) regulatory compliance.
• Design control processes from user‑needs capture to manufacturing release.

What we offer

• Inclusive, supportive workplace culture.
• Employee share purchase scheme and bi‑annual profit share.
• Generous parental leave and comprehensive insurance benefits.
• Access to training programs, state‑of‑the‑art facilities, and internal career progression.