Job Description
Lead the development of innovative engineered products from concept through to production.
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We're looking for an experienced Product Development Engineer with deep expertise in injection moulding, polymers and plastic component design to lead a small team of Engineers developing complex manufactured products used across Australia and international markets
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The Opportunity
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Take ownership of new product development programs, leading products from initial concept through CAD design, prototyping, testing, validation and production release.
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Working alongside industrial designers, manufacturing, sourcing and quality teams, you'll help deliver products that are innovative, robust, manufacturable and commercially successful.
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You'll mentor junior engineers while helping shape engineering best practice across the team.
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The Role
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Injection moulded plastic component design
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Polymer selection and material performance
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Design for Manufacture (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA)
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Tooling development and supplier collaboration
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Bringing products from concept through to production
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Product testing, validation and continuous improvement.
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About You
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Degree qualified in Mechanical Engineering, Product Design, Industrial Design or similar
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Strong understanding of injection moulding and polymer design
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Experience leading engineering projects through the complete product lifecycle
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Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
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A practical, hands-on approach to solving engineering problems.
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Why Join?
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Join one of Australia's most respected product development teams, where engineers are encouraged to innovate, own projects and see their ideas become real products.
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This is an opportunity to work on products manufactured and sold globally, while enjoying a team-oriented engineering culture that values practical thinking, continuous improvement and technical excellence.
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📌 Product Development Team Lead - Plastics (Victoria)
🏢 Orchard HRO
📍 Victoria