Mechanical Design Engineer (Solar Direct Air Capture)
Location: Adelaide, South Australia (Leading Carbon Project Developer)
Ready for a change of pace? We welcome applications from interstate candidates looking to make their mark on South Australia's infrastructure. Relocation support is available for the successful candidate
Focus: Scaling Modular Hardware for Carbon Removal
We are excited to be partnering with one of Australia's leading organisations in carbon project development and decarbonisation solutions. Be part of this innovative team pioneering modular and scalable carbon removal technology. You will lead the mechanical development of the world's first modular, solar powered Direct Air Capture (DAC) system. This isn't just about theory, it's about turning rapid fire ideas into physical hardware that actively removes CO2 from the atmosphere.
Responsibilities
* Designing/ developing prototype DAC module, detailed CAD modelling, mechanical drawings, fabrication specifications
* Building/ testing prototypes, analysing data, refining designs to meet performance, safety and efficiency targets
* Supporting the scale-up to manufacturing, solving design challenges, contribute to large-scale production planning
* Collaborating with suppliers, contractors, project team members throughout the full project lifecycle
* Supporting the development of engineering processes, tools and compliance systems
Knowledge and experience
* Degree in Mechanical Engineering or similar discipline with 3+ years of relevant experience
* Skilled in detailed mechanical design using AutoCAD or SolidWorks
* Experience in a design office and/or manufacturing environment
* Exposure to automotive, refrigeration/HVAC, hydraulics and finite element analysis (FEA)
* Ability to produce engineering deliverables such as PFDs, P&IDs and electrical drawings
* Experience with system modelling tools (OpenModelica, MATLAB/Simulink, Python) regarded
* Experience with R&D, innovation and Design for Manufacture (DfM)
* Ability to procure designed components from local and offshore suppliers
* Self-starter with strong autonomous working capability
Who you are
Imaginative - curious, creative and willing to explore new approaches
Adatable - comfortable with rapid change, ambiguity and experimentation
Accountable - reliable, proactive and responsible for your work outcomes
Striving - motivated to improve systems, processes and results
Growth minded - open to challenge, feedback and continuous learning
Why this role?
This is a rare opportunity to be part of the design of a critical climate solution. You aren't just joining a company, your are building the infrastructure for a decarbonised future within one of Australi's most respected carbon project organisations.
Are you ready to build the future?
If you thrive in innovative environments where ideas trun quickly into action. You enjoy tackling complex engineering problems and want your work to make a real world impact, we want to hear from you.
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At Randstad, we are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and embracing diversity to the benefit of all. We actively encourage applications from any background.