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Application Engineer - Industrial Bearings - Wiri, Auckland
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Location Wiri, New Zealand
- Category Production
- Job ID R25_0000039472
- Date posted 01/04/2026
- Brand Motion APAC
- Status Full time
- Job Type On-Site
As a Bearing Application Engineer working in the Industrial Distribution space, you sit at the intersection of Engineering expertise and customer success. You support a wide range of industries, helping customers select, apply, and maintain bearing solutions that keep their operations moving.
- Great opportunity to work for the market leader in the industrial bearing distribution space
- If you like to solve problems, are good with people & enjoy variety in your work this role could be for you!
- Attractive salary + vehicle + incentive bonus + group discounts
Why is this an amazing opportunity for you!
Motion is a business operating across the Asia Pacific region including New Zealand, Australia, Indonesia and Singapore who provide a range of industrial products & engineering services to industry to keep the world moving!
We are in growth mode with a clear 2027 growth strategy to expand our reach into industry across the region. Motion is investing in the Capability & Development of our people to enable the delivery of this growth strategy, meaning plenty of opportunity to work and develop your skills and knowledge.
What kind of work may be involved?
- Provide day to day technical support to customers and internal sales teams across industrial bearings & related products
- Recommend suitable bearing solutions based on application requirements
- Support quotation and tender processes by supplying accurate technical input and application guidance
- Diagnose bearing failures, conduct root cause analysis, and recommend corrective actions
- Deliver clear, practical technical advice during site visits, installations, and commissioning support
- Prepare technical reports, failure analysis summaries, and application recommendations
- Act as a technical liaison between customers and bearing manufacturers or suppliers
- Support product training for internal teams to lift technical capability and confidence
- Contribute to continuous improvement by capturing field learnings and improving application standards
What you bring:
- A qualification in Mechanical Engineering or a related technical discipline
- Experience in industrial bearing distribution, power transmission, or rotating equipment
- Strong working knowledge of rolling bearings, housings, seals, and lubrication systems
- Understanding of industrial environments such as manufacturing, mining, processing, or energy
- The ability to translate technical detail into practical, usable recommendations
- Confidence working with customers, from maintenance teams through to engineers and managers
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with a clear and professional style
What will help you succeed:
- A practical mindset and genuine interest in solving mechanical problems
- Commercial awareness, you understand the balance between performance, lead times, and cost
- The ability to manage multiple priorities without losing attention to detail
- A collaborative approach and willingness to support others
What is in it for you?
- Attractive package & tools of the trade.
- The opportunity to join a progressive global company.
- Ongoing training and career development; we genuinely care about supporting you to reach your full potential.
- An inclusive culture that embraces the diversity of our people.
- Free flu shots and counselling services with our Employee Assistance Program.
We are a Company who values relationships, therefore we need this role to always work to foster and maintain trusted relationships across all levels of our business and seek to support and add value to our store network, managers, and leaders.
We focus on continuous improvement and sustainable growth as our two main objectives. This is driven by our long-term investment in people, systems, process, and new growth opportunities for our people.
What are you waiting for, submit your expression of interest and let's get your career in motion!
Submit your application now by clicking “APPLY” on this job advert.
MOTION is an equal-opportunity employer. To be eligible to apply for this position you must be a New Zealand Citizen or have relevant work Visa requirements.
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