Vawdrey Australia is the nation’s leading manufacturer of quality semi-trailers and associated transport equipment. Established in 1974, Vawdrey began building truck bodies for smaller companies and owner drivers. In addition, we provide sales, service and repair functions across Australia. As Australia's largest independent trailer builder, Vawdrey aims to consistently improve the standard of design and quality within the country's trailer building industry.

We are currently seeking a Design Engineer to join our expanding Engineering team based on site at our Head Office in Dandenong South, VIC.

About the role

Reporting to the Engineering Manager and working closely with the Sales, Production and the Quality Team, this role focuses ontheproviding of technical designs and documentations for current orders, and in assisting with the development of existing products.

Key Responsibilities

- Working effectively as part of the Engineering team to deliver high quality engineering drafting and design services;
- Developing 3D CAD models using SolidWorks, AutoDesk Inventor and AutoCAD;
- Produce high-quality design drawings, liaising with Management, Sales and Team Leaders to meet client needs,



ensuring compliance with the relevant standards;
- Direct liaison between Engineering and Production teams;
- Serve as a point of contact for technical design related inquiries;
- Implement best practice design principles and standards, and identify and implement innovative design solutions.

To succeed in this role, you will have

- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering (Essential);
- Solid mechanical design, drafting and modelling experience in SolidWorks, AutoDesk Inventor and AutoCAD;
- Experience with DriveWorks is beneficial
- Technical competence in design requirements and process implementation;
- High degree of competency in Microsoft office Suite of programs;
- Good communication and interpersonal skills;
- Ability to work in a busy environment and achieve a high level of accuracy.

What's in it for you

- A generous remuneration package will be offered commensurate with skills and experience;
- Work with a close-knit and highly supportive team;
- Free and secured onsite parking;
- Ongoing and secured job.

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📌 Mechanical Design Engineer (Dandenong)
🏢 Vawdrey
📍 Dandenong