We are seeking an experienced Design Draftsperson / Mechanical Designer to join our team in Hallam. This is a hands-on and varied role suited to someone who enjoys taking a project from concept through to detailed design, procurement, manufacture, assembly and completion. You will work closely with our workshop, suppliers and sales team to develop practical, cost-effective engineering solutions that can be manufactured and delivered to our customers.

Key responsibilities

Design and draft testing instruments, measurement machines and custom machinery from concept to completion

Produce detailed component and assembly drawings

Create and manage Bills of Materials (BOMs)

Design and integrate machined components, sheet metal, pneumatics, hydraulics, linear motion, electrical and electronic systems

Perform design calculations and, where required, FEA/stress analysis

Prepare hazard identification and risk assessments

Develop inspection checklists and manufacturing documentation

Obtain and evaluate supplier quotations for parts, materials and services

Schedule machining and assembly work within the IDM workshop

About you

A qualification in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline





Minimum 5 years' experience in a mechanical design/drafting role

Robust proficiency in Autodesk Inventor 3D CAD or a similar 3D CAD package

Strong understanding of mechanical design and manufacturing principles

Experience producing detailed manufacturing and assembly drawings

Ability to interpret and develop BOMs and manufacturing documentation

Experience working with machining, sheet metal and mechanical assemblies

An understanding of pneumatics, hydraulics, linear motion and automation technologies

Excellent attention to detail and a practical, problem-solving approach

Strong organisational and communication skills

About us IDM Instruments is an Australian manufacturer and supplier of testing instruments, proudly supplying customers locally and worldwide since 1972. Based in Hallam, Victoria, we provide complete engineering and manufacturing solutions, including mechanical design, CNC machining, fabrication, automation and laboratory testing equipment. Our work ranges from precision components and instrumentation through to custom-designed measurement, testing and production machinery.

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📌 Experienced Design Draftsperson (Port Phillip City)
🏢 IDM Instruments
📍 Port Phillip City