At Gallagher, we're helping shape the future of farming through innovative technology with real-world impact.
As part of Gallagher's Animal Management division, eShepherd™ is revolutionising livestock management through virtual fencing technology. Our GPS-enabled, solar-powered solution enables farmers to remotely manage livestock, improve productivity, and support better environmental and animal welfare outcomes.
We're looking for a Electronics Engineer to join our New Ventures team and help develop the next generation of products powering this globally growing solution.
The OpportunityThis is a hands-on senior engineering role where you'll contribute advanced technical expertise across the full product development lifecycle, from concept and circuit design through to prototyping, testing, validation, and production implementation.
Working within multidisciplinary teams, you'll design robust, cost-effective electronic solutions, solve complex technical challenges, and help ensure our products deliver exceptional quality, reliability, and performance in demanding real-world environments.
You'll also contribute to technical reviews, support engineering best practice, and help mentor developing engineers within the team.
What You'll Be DoingDesign electronic circuit solutions for new and existing products
Develop prototypes and support products from concept through production
Conduct testing, validation, and root-cause analysis to ensure product performance
Ensure designs comply with EMC, electrical safety, and regulatory requirements
Support technical reviews and contribute to sound engineering decision-making
Collaborate with Product, Software, Manufacturing, Procurement, and NPI teams
Build strong relationships with suppliers and manufacturing partners
Support continuous improvement of engineering processes and methodologies
Mentor and support the development of fellow engineers
Bachelor of Electrical Engineering or a related qualification
3+ years' experience in a product development
Proven experience developing commercial electronic products
Strong analogue and digital electronics design capability
Experience with PCB CAD and electronics design tools
Understanding of EMC compliance and electrical safety standards
Ability to diagnose and resolve complex electronic faults
Strong communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills
Competitive salary and performance-based incentives
Modern tools and technology to support your success
Collaborative team culture built on practical problem-solving
KiwiSaver contributions
Life & Disability Insurance
Boost App membership and staff discounts
Employee Assistance Programme and wellbeing initiatives
Free Hamilton parking and subsidised on-site café
Career growth opportunities as eShepherd continues to expand globally
If you're passionate about developing innovative electronic products and want to help shape technology that's making a real difference to farmers worldwide, we'd love to hear from you.
Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and the role may be filled before the closing date.
Skills Required
- Bachelor of Electrical Engineering or a related qualification
- At least 3 years of product development experience
- Experience developing commercial electronic products
- Strong analogue and digital electronics design capability
- Experience with PCB CAD and electronics design tools
- Understanding of EMC compliance and electrical safety standards
- Ability to diagnose and resolve complex electronic faults
- Strong communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills
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