Senior Mechanical Design Engineer - Automation

Posted 03 April 2025
Salaryupto $140,000 + Superannuation
LocationMelbourne
Job type Permanent
DisciplineIndustrial & Manufacturing
Reference1323591

Job description

About the Company
With over 40 years in industry, this Australian-owned business focuses on delivering custom machinery and automation solutions for manufacturing industries globally.
  
About the Role
As the senior mechanical design engineer, you will drive design and technical delivery of bespoke automation solutions from concept to fully functional solutions alongside their team of engineers, designers, project managers. 
  
Key Responsibilities
  • Develop and execute bespoke design from concept to detailed designs
  • Create manufacturing drawings, including General Assemblies and Bill of Materials
  • Provide technical expertise in designing new machines and systems​
  • Support commissioning and validation teams for new and existing equipment​
  • Engage in prototyping and research & development​
  • Collaborate with both internal and external stakeholders​
  • Prepare and maintain technical documentation​
  • Control project costs and design fit-for-purpose equipment
About You
  • 10+ years of experience in Mechanical Design, CAD or Project Engineering 
  • Proficiency in SolidWorks and SolidWorks PDM​
  • Strong communication, interpersonal, and technical writing ability
  • Ability to manage projects technically from design through to build phase​
  • Sound knowledge of AS4024 Safety and Engineering Standards​
  • Hands-on problem solver and team player with excellent attention to detail​
  Benefits
  • Exposure to latest technology and solutions
  • Opportunity to mentor and coach the next generation of engineers
  • Fun, collaborative and diverse organisation
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: upto $140,0000 + Superannuation 
Location: SE Melbourne, VIC

Please note that applications will only be considered from candidates with the appropriate approval to work in Australia; visa sponsorship is not available for this role.
  
For a confidential discussion about this role, please feel free to contact Sam Silva on 0433 832 614 / sams@austcorpexecutive.com.au
  
The AustCorp Executive Industrial team have been servicing the market for over 20 years across the APAC region. We have long standing relationships with Global Manufacturers, Local Distributors and SMEs in the space. We have assisted many clients in sourcing quality candidates for roles such as Operations & Engineering, Sales & Marketing and Customer Service & Administration.