Job Description
Join Gallagher’s Global Growth Journey
Our purpose at Gallagher is ‘Protect what matters most’ and we live it every day, whether that’s protecting the world’s highest security environments or agricultural businesses, we care deeply about our people, their families, and our wider communities.
Gallagher Security is on a mission to unlock more value for our customers through the power of our people and solutions - and right now is a pivotal moment in our evolution. We’re scaling with intent, driving an incredible growth trajectory with innovation and customer impact at the heart of everything we do. With operations across New Zealand, Australia, Asia, Africa, the USA, Canada, and Europe and exports to over 140 countries, we’re offering roles that shape our global mission, while being based right here in New Zealand.
As we expand our Hamilton-based teams, this is your chance to be part of a true Kiwi tech success story making a global impact. If you’re driven by passion and purpose to protect what matters most, come help shape the future of what’s possible with us.
About the Role
With our Devices Team scaling rapidly and new product development accelerating, we’re looking for a Engineering Lead – Electronics, to provide technical leadership across complex electronic product programmes.
You’ll act as the technical lead for the electronic engineers guiding the design, validation, and delivery of high-performance electronic systems across multiple product platforms. Working closely with mechanical, firmware, test, manufacturing, NPI, and procurement teams, you’ll guide solutions from architecture and schematic design through to production-ready release while enabling sustainable, high-quality delivery.
In this role, you will:
Provide technical direction across circuit design, PCB layout, and system architecture
Lead design reviews and influence engineering standards and best practice
Take ownership of high-level design decisions and support architectural direction for your squad
Ensure designs meet performance, reliability, compliance, and cost targets
Oversee validation, testing, and issue resolution throughout development
Mentor and develop electronics engineers, strengthening capability across the discipline
Support squad delivery by helping remove technical blockers and enabling effective decision-making
Support Learning First Product Development and continuous improvement
About You
You thrive in technically complex environments and bring depth across both hands-on design and engineering leadership. You enjoy solving challenging problems, influencing cross-functional teams, and delivering robust, production-ready outcomes while supporting others to grow and succeed.
What you’ll need:
Bachelor’s degree in Electronics Engineering (or similar)
8+ years’ experience in electronic product design within an R&D or product development environment
Strong experience in circuit design, PCB development, and embedded hardware systems
Knowledge of compliance standards, EMC considerations, and design for manufacture
Proven ability to diagnose technical issues and drive effective solutions
Clear communication skills and confidence influencing across disciplines
Desirable: experience with high-volume manufacturing, product certification, mentoring engineers, or global supplier engagement
Working at Gallagher
At Gallagher, collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement drive everything we do. You’ll join a supportive, flexible environment where your work shapes world-class technologies protecting customers worldwide.
We also offer:
Competitive salary + annual bonuses
Flexible hours in an office-based role
Free parking, subsidised on-site café, and excellent local eateries
Life and Disability Insurance, KiwiSaver, and staff discounts through the Boost App
A vibrant culture with learning sessions, team events, and great coffee
If you’re ready to take your electronics expertise global and design technologies that protect what matters most, we’d love to hear from you.
We will review applications as they arrive and may appoint prior to the closing date so apply now!
Our purpose at Gallagher is ‘Protect what matters most’ and we live it every day, whether that’s protecting the world’s highest security environments or agricultural businesses, we care deeply about our people, their families, and our wider communities.
Gallagher Security is on a mission to unlock more value for our customers through the power of our people and solutions - and right now is a pivotal moment in our evolution. We’re scaling with intent, driving an incredible growth trajectory with innovation and customer impact at the heart of everything we do. With operations across New Zealand, Australia, Asia, Africa, the USA, Canada, and Europe and exports to over 140 countries, we’re offering roles that shape our global mission, while being based right here in New Zealand.
As we expand our Hamilton-based teams, this is your chance to be part of a true Kiwi tech success story making a global impact. If you’re driven by passion and purpose to protect what matters most, come help shape the future of what’s possible with us.
About the Role
With our Devices Team scaling rapidly and new product development accelerating, we’re looking for a Engineering Lead – Electronics, to provide technical leadership across complex electronic product programmes.
You’ll act as the technical lead for the electronic engineers guiding the design, validation, and delivery of high-performance electronic systems across multiple product platforms. Working closely with mechanical, firmware, test, manufacturing, NPI, and procurement teams, you’ll guide solutions from architecture and schematic design through to production-ready release while enabling sustainable, high-quality delivery.
In this role, you will:
Provide technical direction across circuit design, PCB layout, and system architecture
Lead design reviews and influence engineering standards and best practice
Take ownership of high-level design decisions and support architectural direction for your squad
Ensure designs meet performance, reliability, compliance, and cost targets
Oversee validation, testing, and issue resolution throughout development
Mentor and develop electronics engineers, strengthening capability across the discipline
Support squad delivery by helping remove technical blockers and enabling effective decision-making
Support Learning First Product Development and continuous improvement
About You
You thrive in technically complex environments and bring depth across both hands-on design and engineering leadership. You enjoy solving challenging problems, influencing cross-functional teams, and delivering robust, production-ready outcomes while supporting others to grow and succeed.
What you’ll need:
Bachelor’s degree in Electronics Engineering (or similar)
8+ years’ experience in electronic product design within an R&D or product development environment
Strong experience in circuit design, PCB development, and embedded hardware systems
Knowledge of compliance standards, EMC considerations, and design for manufacture
Proven ability to diagnose technical issues and drive effective solutions
Clear communication skills and confidence influencing across disciplines
Desirable: experience with high-volume manufacturing, product certification, mentoring engineers, or global supplier engagement
Working at Gallagher
At Gallagher, collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement drive everything we do. You’ll join a supportive, flexible environment where your work shapes world-class technologies protecting customers worldwide.
We also offer:
Competitive salary + annual bonuses
Flexible hours in an office-based role
Free parking, subsidised on-site café, and excellent local eateries
Life and Disability Insurance, KiwiSaver, and staff discounts through the Boost App
A vibrant culture with learning sessions, team events, and great coffee
If you’re ready to take your electronics expertise global and design technologies that protect what matters most, we’d love to hear from you.
We will review applications as they arrive and may appoint prior to the closing date so apply now!
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Engineering Lead – Electronics position is now open for candidates interested in the IT Engineer & Developer Jobs sector. This role in Hamilton offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in IT Engineer & Developer Jobs is a plus.
