AddressJoin Our Team as a Project Engineer!
Are you ready to take the next step in your career with an iconic Australian engineering business? We are seeking several dynamic and skilled Project Engineers to join our Defence team in Moorabbin. With a growing number of long-term production contracts for industry leaders like Rheinmetall, Lockheed Martin, BAE Systems, and Rolls-Royce, this is your opportunity to be part of something big.
Why Join Us?
At Marand, we value our people and offer a supportive, innovative, and flexible working environment. Here’s what you can expect when you join our team:
- Competitive Remuneration and Benefits: We offer a comprehensive package including competitive salary, bonuses, and health benefits.
- Flexible Working Arrangements: We understand the importance of work-life balance and offer flexible working options to suit your needs.
- Professional Growth: Through the diversity of our business and our commitment to personal and career development, you’ll have opportunities to learn, grow, and advance.
- Opportunities for Travel: Take advantage of both domestic and international travel opportunities.
- Career Progression: We are committed to your career development. As you excel in your role, you’ll have opportunities to take on more responsibilities, lead larger projects, and advance into senior positions within our organization.
- Make a Real Impact: Your work will contribute to important defence projects that ensure the safety and security of our nation.
- Learning and Development: Benefit from ongoing training, mentorship, and professional development programs designed to help you excel.
Position Overview
As a Project Engineer, you will be a key player in managing the execution of major project elements, ensuring they meet quality, cost, and delivery objectives. You’ll be responsible for building and maintaining relationships with all project stakeholders, including customers, suppliers, and subcontractors.
Your Key Responsibilities:
Project Management and Coordination:
- Develop and implement production schedules, resource allocation plans, and cost management strategies to meet project goals.
- Coordinate and communicate effectively with internal teams, suppliers, subcontractors, and customers.
- Monitor project progress using tools like MS Project, update schedules, and proactively manage risks to ensure timely delivery.
Requirements Management:
- Document and verify technical and quality requirements through detailed plans and procedures.
- Develop and implement testing plans to ensure all project components meet specified standards.
- Clearly communicate requirements to project teams, including suppliers and subcontractors.
Subcontract Management:
- Manage subcontract work packages for fabrication, machining, and other manufacturing services.
- Develop RFIs and RFQs, analyse responses, and select the best subcontractors for the job.
- Work closely with subcontractors through various project phases, ensuring they meet our high standards for cost, quality, and delivery.
Change Management:
- Assess and manage change requests, ensuring they are implemented systematically.
- Update project documentation and communicate changes to all stakeholders.
- Utilise change management processes to drive continuous improvement in project performance.
What You Bring to the Team:
- Manufacturing and Production Know-How: Proven experience in a manufacturing environment.
- Mechanical Engineering Expertise: Strong background in mechanical engineering with the ability to identify, document and verify technical requirements.
- Excellent Communication and Coordination Skills: Ability to effectively communicate with a range of stakeholders.
- Project Delivery Experience: Experience delivering projects to the demanding requirements of Prime Contractors and OEMs
Additional Skills and Qualifications:
- Proficiency in project management tools and methodologies
- Knowledge of quality assurance and quality control processes.
- Understanding of defence industry standards and regulations.
- Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
- Experience with CAD and ERP systems
Take the Next Step in Your Career
If you're passionate about engineering and want to contribute to high-impact projects in the defence industry, we want to hear from you. Apply now to join a team that values innovation, excellence, professional growth, with pathways for career progression.
Apply Today!
