Job Description
Freighter Group is hiring a Design Engineer to join their team in Wendouree, Victoria. Design innovative trailers for the heavy haulage industry.
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24th August, ****
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BALLARAT BASED
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Are you ready to take the next step in your engineering career and support our team in delivering innovation and excellence within the Australian heavy haulage industry?
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Job Title: Design Engineer
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Job Type: Full-time
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About Freighter Group
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Freighter Group, a leader in the road transportation industry, is seeking an experienced Design Engineer to join our highly skilled and motivated team. Located at our head office and factory at ******* Learmonth Road, Wendouree, we are dedicated to developing industry-leading products. We are a forward-thinking and expanding company that offers a supportive environment and encourages professional development.
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The Role
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We are looking for an experienced Design Engineer to work within our wider engineering team, reporting to the Lead Design Engineers. You will play a key role in developing innovative trailer designs that comply with Australian Design Regulations (ADR) & Performance Based Standards (PBS). Your responsibilities will include:
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Using the SolidWorks CAD package to design products for the road transportation industry.
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Applying design for manufacturing methodologies to ensure assembly feasibility and support strict tact time targets.
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Translating customer requirements into engineering specifications.
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Checking drawings, designs, materials, and equipment for conformity with project specifications.
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Prioritising and managing your personal workload to meet or exceed scheduling targets.
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Providing technical support for product-related documentation.
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Contributing to continuous improvement initiatives, design reviews, and problem-solving.
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Skills & Experience
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The ideal candidate will have:
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A Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics or a related discipline.
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3+ years of experience in engineering roles within the heavy haulage, automotive, or manufacturing sectors and experience with PLC.
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Proven ability to collaborate effectively with engineering and cross-functional teams, demonstrating excellent communication and project management skills.
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Proficiency in SolidWorks, AutoCAD, TrailerWIN, and Microsoft Office Suite.
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Familiarity with ERP systems (experience with SAP is a bonus).
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A proactive, problem-solving mindset and a meticulous, organised approach to work.
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The ability to manage multiple projects and prioritise tasks effectively.
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What We Offer
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A chance to grow into a leadership role within a forward-thinking company.
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A competitive salary and benefits.
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A supportive environment that encourages career development.
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