Join an innovative engineering team developing and testing new industrial technologies in a hands-on R&D; environment. This unique Mechanical Engineer role combines workshop-based testing, equipment development, controls exposure and mechanical design. Working closely with engineers and technicians, you'll help validate new concepts, analyse performance data and contribute to the development of cutting-edge industrial solutions.

Description

- Support the testing, validation and development of new mechanical systems and equipment.
- Execute test programs and assist with the development of testing methodologies.
- Modify, improve and troubleshoot bespoke equipment, prototypes and test rigs.
- Collect, analyse and interpret performance and testing data to identify trends and support engineering decisions.
- Work closely with engineers, technicians and workshop personnel to develop and prove new concepts.
- Support equipment assembly, commissioning and workshop-based activities.
- Assist with fault finding and root cause analysis of equipment issues.
- Prepare technical reports, findings, recommendations and supporting documentation.
- Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across equipment, processes and testing systems.
- Ensure all activities are completed in accordance with safety and quality requirements.

Profile

- Degree qualified Mechanical Engineer.
- Previous experience within mechanical engineering, manufacturing, industrial, mining, energy or processing environments.
- Hands-on workshop experience working with equipment, machinery or mechanical systems.
- Exposure to control systems, instrumentation or automation.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.




- Experience interpreting technical and operational data.
- Exposure to mechanical design and engineering calculations.
- Comfortable working across both office and workshop environments.
- Experience with testing, commissioning, product development or validation activities would be highly regarded.
- Exposure to hydraulics, pneumatics, rotating equipment or industrial machinery is advantageous.
- Any exposure to renewable energy, hydrogen technologies, electrochemistry or emerging technologies will be highly regarded but is not essential.

Job Offer

- Salary sacrificing
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Corporate discounts
- Flexible 40-hour working week.
- Initial 6-month contract with strong extension potential

About Brunel:

Brunel is a recruitment and flexible workforce solution provider which connects talented people with opportunities throughout Australasia and around the world. We specialise in highly skilled roles across a variety of technical, qualified, trades and craft disciplines, pairing candidates with industry-leading projects and organisations on a contract, permanent or secondment basis.

Operating in Australasia since 1997, Brunel has major bases of operation in Perth, Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne and Port Moresby, which are further backed by the strength and reach of a truly global network spanning over 45 countries, 120 offices and 50 years of successful operation.

Brunel is proud to be equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and female candidates.

Do you have questions?

If you have any questions or would like to discuss the details of this role, please contact ••••@brunel.net

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