Product Development Engineer

At AROA, our people come to work every day with passion and ideas that fuel our business and go home at the end of each day knowing they have made a real difference in the lives of others.

AROA, which is Maori for ‘understanding’, is proudly New Zealand born and based. Our specialized range of soft tissue repair products utilises our successful Aroa ECM biomaterial and is sourced exclusively from NZ pasture-raised animals. We develop, manufacture, and export innovative wound care products, improving the lives of millions around the world by unlocking extraordinary outcomes for our patients.

We are seeking an experienced Product Development Engineer to assist with design, development and commercialisation of our new medical devices. In this role, you will collaborate with cross functional teams to ensure our products meet quality standards and patient needs.

The ideal candidate is passionate about healthcare innovation, thrives in a changing environment and has experience in developing medical devices from concept to market.

What you’ll be doing?

·         Contribute to product design, development and commercialisation of medical device projects

·         Collaborate across teams including R&D and Manufacturing to bring our innovative ideas to life

·         Identify, select and implement systems to support development and commercialisation of new medical devices

·         Present written reports within our quality systems framework

What you’ll bring:

·         Minimum of 3 years’ experience working within the medical device industry or similar regulated industry

·         Understanding of the entire product lifecycle and workflow from concept to production

·         Technical capabilities – understanding of 3D modelling software such as SOLIDWORKS, CREO or similar and understanding of mechanical and functional test methods

·         Hands-on and practical prototyping skills, such has 3D printing, CNC machining, Laser cutting or similar

·         Strong technical writing skills and understanding of medical device design controls

·         Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to adapt quickly

·         Innovative and creative mindset

Based in Airport Oaks with easy access to the motorway, there is plenty of parking available around our offices (we also have flexibility to work from home from time to time). We have an onsite gym, your birthday off and other health & wellbeing benefits available to you. 

The successful candidate will be working with a diverse and inclusive team that works hard but celebrates and recognises its people. You'll be working for a mission-led company dedicated to bringing regenerative healing to people around the world. We’re sure that’s something worth being a part of!  

To be considered for this opportunity you must have existing NZ working rights.

Applications for this role will close 21 March 2025.