We are looking for a skilled and experienced engineer to join our global engineering team. The ideal candidate will have a passion for innovation and a desire to make a real impact in the world of product development.
This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is passionate about designing, developing and launching new products. As a senior product development engineer, you will be responsible for working on various projects including product development, equipment engineering and process improvements.
Your primary focus will be on the design, development, drafting and documentation of solutions for our businesses globally, following our design and development procedures. This role encompasses all product lines and equipment from inception to manufacture and roll-out, including project management, quality management and supplier management.
Main Responsibilities:
* Carry out product, equipment and process development activities for new and existing product lines and processes.
* Liaise with various stakeholders including engineers, sales, product and plant managers to focus on new initiatives and improvements.
* Create concepts and system architectures in response to new product briefs and requirement documents.
* Establish 3D designs and engineering drawings using SolidWorks and SolidWorks PDM.
* Liaise with external suppliers and internal resources to manufacture prototypes.
* Build and fabricate prototypes.
* Establish and execute test, verification and validation protocols.
* Follow internal procedures for product development and complete all relevant documentation, including risk management documents.
* Design, test and qualify production jigs and fixtures to support routine manufacture.
* Engage with key stakeholders to seek feedback on developed concepts, solutions and products.
* Update existing products and associated documents using the company change management system.
* Analyze quality data and identify and execute product improvements.
* Support the manager and other team members with various project tasks.
* Develop and maintain a good understanding of products and solutions relevant to the industry.
* Coordinate small and medium-sized projects.
* Autonomously manage projects and communicate key project milestones with stakeholders.
Requirements:
* Bachelor of Engineering (Mechanical)
* Minimum 8 years of mechanical design/product development engineering experience.
* Experience in product development, equipment engineering and materials is highly regarded.
* Proficient in SolidWorks, including 2D drawings, 3D solid and sheet metal modeling, configurations, BOMs etc.
* Experience with tolerances (basic and geometric).
* Familiarity with technical drawing standards (AS110).
* Experience with plastic part design and manufacturing.
* Thorough, focused and creative with attention to detail.
* Capable of working autonomously.
* Occasional international travel will be required.
* Ideal candidate is registered with Engineers Australia.
* Basic understanding of machinery safety (AS4024).