AddressThe company
Our client is a versatile Defence and aerospace company. This company creates specialized solutions for Australia's Defence, space, and emergency services. Their focus is on designing and making customized infrastructure solutions and supporting the optimization of crucial electromagnetic warfare systems.
The role
As the Senior Mechanical Design Engineer, you'll head a small team of mechanical and structural engineers. Your role spans from project inception to bid/proposal, modelling, prototyping, manufacturing, testing, and commissioning. You'll be the primary technical authority for all Mechanical Design Engineering, overseeing a wide array of mechanical engineering tasks.
Main Duties
- Creating, testing, and refining new products, from small electronic enclosures to large Defence systems.
- Developing detailed 3D models using SolidWorks.
- Drafting manufacturing and assembly instructions.
- Maintaining clear design records.
- Ensuring products meet project goals and safety standards.
- Considering user needs and operating conditions in design.
- Designing tests to ensure products can be made reliably.
- Helping transition products to manufacturing.
- Collecting evidence to support design decisions.
- Setting up the Windchill Product Data Management system.
- Prepare System Design Reviews and Detailed Design Reviews design packs for submission to clients for approval of designs.
- Proficient in using the Windchill Product Data Management (PDM) system.
- Skilled in conducting Finite Element Analysis (FEA) to assess stress in equipment assemblies.
- Knowledgeable about RF and electronic systems used in Defence applications across land, sea, and air.
- Experienced in Defence systems engineering.
- Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, or a related field.
- CPEng, NER, and/or RPEQ certification.
- Extensive experience in Mechanical Design is a must.
- Minimum of 10 years of experience in product development, overseeing projects from conception to market launch.
- Proficiency in 3D mechanical CAD software, particularly SolidWorks.
- Familiarity with various metals, engineering plastics, and electromechanical hardware.
- Previous work experience within an ISO 9001 Quality Management System.
- Possession of Defence Security Clearance (highly desirable)
- Relocation assistance / allowance
- Attractive remuneration package with salary sacrificing and novated leases.
- 9-day fortnight
- Annual performance bonus scheme
- Bonus Annual Leave days
- Paid Reservists Leave
- Paid Volunteer Leave
- An investment in your professional development
- Wellness Initiatives including access to free confidentially counselling services.
Additional information
- 140k-150k + Super!
- Based in Nowra with Relocation allowance available!
- Must be an Australian Citizen and ITAR compliant!
