Aliaxis exists to bring solutions to the world's water challenges and accelerate the transition to clean energy.
We are a global leader in high-quality piping and fitting solutions supporting building, infrastructure, industrial and agricultural applications across the world.
With over 15,000 employees, operations in more than 40 countries and 80 manufacturing sites, we are united by our commitment to sustainable, innovative solutions.
Philmac has been operating for more than 90 years, earning a global reputation as the leading innovator in the connection and control of water and energy.
Our success is driven by deep engineering expertise and ongoing investment in advanced technology including automated manufacturing cells and autonomous mobile robots.
We are looking for passionate people who want to be part of this journey and who live our values:
We Dare to challenge the status quo, to innovate and to learn fast
We Care for the environment, our customers and each other
We Deliver by taking accountability for our decisions and actions
About the role
We have a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Product Development Engineer to join our creative and supportive Product & Innovation team in North Plympton, contributing directly at the core of Philmac's end to end product development pipeline.
This role is ideal for a Mechanical or Production Engineer whose concept of design and innovation sits at their core, and who is ready to step into an established portfolio and hit the ground running.
You will drive product development from early‐stage concept through to design, testing and launch, while also improving existing products to meet performance, quality and manufacturability requirements.
Working closely with Manufacturing, Quality, Marketing and Sales, locally and internationally, you will act as a technical advisory and problem‐solver across the business.
What you will do
Lead the design and development of mechanical products from concept through to commercial release
Take ownership of innovation projects, managing design activities and delivering outcomes
Develop detailed 3D designs and prototypes using engineering software (Creo preferred)
Apply deep knowledge of plastics, polymers and injection moulding to create robust, manufacturable designs
Conduct and support product testing and validation using test facilities
Identify, troubleshoot and resolve design‐related operational issues
Support tooling and moulding activities in collaboration with manufacturing teams
Provide technical expertise and guidance to stakeholders across Marketing, Sales, Quality and Production
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About you
You are a driven, technically capable engineer who enjoys turning ideas into tangible, high‐performing products.
You are comfortable taking initiative, working autonomously and working collaboratively in a team environment.
You will bring:
A tertiary qualification in Mechanical Engineering, Production Engineering or a related discipline
A robust Mechanical or Production Engineering background
Demonstrated experience in hands‐on product development and mechanical product design
Practical experience designing plastic, building products and brass components (advantageous)
Strong understanding of plastics materials, polymers and injection moulding processes (highly regarded)
Experience with plumbing, irrigation, building or construction products (highly regarded)
Proficiency with 3D CAD software, ideally Creo
A proven ability to analayse problems, think creatively and deliver practical solutions
Excellent communication skills and confidence working with multiple stakeholders
A proactive mindset with the drive to innovate, challenge ideas and continuously improve
Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident as no sponsorship will be provided.
Why join us?
We care...
Onsite parking, social club, uniform provided and flexible working hours to support work‐life balance
Annual bonus and Employee Recognition Programs and Service Awards
Work for a business genuinely committed to sustainability and environmental responsibility
Industry‐leading paid parental leave – 26 weeks paid primary carer leave and 4 weeks paid secondary carer leave
Annual performance‐based bonus for eligible employees
Employee Assistance Program for you and your immediate family
Strong career development opportunities locally and globally
Access to mentoring programs to support your growth
A genuine commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion
A safe work environment with a strong focus on Go for Zero
Aliaxis is proud to be an equal opportunity employer who welcomes candidates and employees from all backgrounds.
We are committed to building and investing in a culture of belonging, where all our employees feel empowered,



can be their true selves and are able to bring their best ideas forward and contribute to the company's "Growth with Purpose" strategy.
For us, equity and belonging starts at the application step: whether it's offering flexibility in scheduling interviews, or ensuring a supportive and inclusive environment, we strive to remove barriers and create equal opportunities for all applicants.
Should you have specific needs, please do not hesitate to let us know and we will do our best to accommodate.
Just a heads up – we are currently not accepting CVs from recruitment agencies.
At Aliaxis we are driven by our purpose to solve the worlds water challenges and accelerate the change to clean energy – we design sustainable, easy to install, and innovative solutions that provide communities around the world with sustainable pipe and fittings for building, infrastructure, industrial, and agricultural applications.
We work in a dynamic, down‐to‐earth industry where you can bring your authentic self to work every day knowing that our teams embrace diversity, equality and inclusion.
We truly live our values – We Care, We Dare, We Deliver.
Aliaxis APAC employs over 1,300 employees across prominent local brands including Vinidex, Philmac, Marley, Dynex, and RXP.
We are committed to sustainability and providing safe working environments in our operations across Australia and New Zealand.
We care about how we operate and our impact on the environment.
We have adopted an industry‐leading sustainability position and made significant investments to expand our recycling capabilities.
As part of a global business operating in over 40 countries, we're able to leverage the expertise of over 14,000 employees globally to deliver the best outcomes for the customers we serve and our valued employees.
The family values of Aliaxis founders almost 120 years ago still resonate with the APAC team as we continue to meet the rapidly evolving needs of our customers.
We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer who welcomes candidates and employees from all backgrounds.
We are committed to building and investing in a culture of belonging, where all our employees feel empowered, can be their true selves and are able to bring their best ideas forward and contribute to the company's "Growth with Purpose" strategy.
For us, equity and belonging starts at the application step: whether it's offering flexibility in scheduling interviews, or ensuring a supportive and inclusive environment, we strive to remove barriers and create equal opportunities for all applicants.
Should you have specific needs, please do not hesitate to let us know and we will do our best to accommodate.
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