POSITION DETAILS

Job Title: Project Design Engineer

Department: Engineering.

Work Agreement: Full time.

Work hours: Flexible – Office Open 6.00am - 6.00pm

Comments: Remote work agreements available. Minimum of 2-3 days per month on site.

RELATIONSHIPS

Reports to title: Engineering Manager

Internal Customers:

- Operations Team

- Construction Team

External Customers:

- The Customer

- Consultants

- Associations, Authorities & Regulatory Bodies

OVERVIEW

About Openx Doors:

Openx Doors are pioneering the future of large door systems for Aviation, Defense, Mining, and Industrial applications. With in-house design, engineering, manufacturing, and installation capacity, we have set new standards in the sector. We have not only expanded our footprint nationally but have also ingrained sustainability and customer service into our core operations.

Recognized for our progressive designs, technology, and contribution to sustainable practices, we stand as a leader in innovation and excellence. By joining this team, you will be part of a company that values daring ideas, collaborative efforts, and the continuous pursuit of excellence, all while making a tangible impact on businesses and communities that we touch.

About the Role:

The role involves taking responsibility for managing projects through he design and engineering phase working with engineers, draftsmen and the construction team. The role will include running multiple projects at one time.

What Openx can do for you:

- An attractive compensation package, including a competitive salary and commission structure.

- Opportunities for career progression in a rapidly growing company.

- A dynamic work environment where innovation and creativity are promoted.

- A commitment to employee development through continuous education, training, and certifications.

- Participation in projects with teams across Australia, expanding your professional network and exposure.

Core Responsibilities

1. Design Management: Manage large and high compliance projects through engineering department with the assistance of the drafting team

2. Design Drafting:



Produce 2D and 3D concept and detailed design drawings for ETO projects and engineering certification

3. Project Management: Track and record the progress of projects as they move through the engineering department ensuring budgets and lead times are met

4. Manufacturing Documentation: Manage the creation of project BOMs (Bill of Materials), and MTOs (Material Take-Offs) with the assistance of the drafting team

5. Engineering Liaison & Certification: Manage and coordinate the Mechanical and Structural certification of new designs; through the use of external subcontractors

6. Installation Documentation: Creation of site specific installation drawings and procedures

7. Project Specific Documentation: Creation of operation and maintenance manuals, design briefs, as built records and other project specific documents as required

8. Customer Liaison: Communicate designs and liaise with clients, providing design advice, feedback and guidance during the pre-construction phase.

9. Quality Control Checks: Verify the accuracy of manufacturing outputs against design specifications including models, drawings and BOM’s

10. Information Handover: Lead the handover of information from engineering to the procurement and production departments

Other Occasional Responsibilities

1. Safety and Risk Management: Lead Safety analysis, risk assessments and DFMEA creation for new and existing designs

2. Product Improvement Initiatives: Lead the review of in-service and concept product performance and undertake design enhancements.

3. Site Assessment Support: Occasionally visiting site to lead site surveys, fault finding and preliminary design of site/project specific components.

4. Mentor and Training: Provide advice, mentoring and assist with the training of new engineering and draftsman

5. Prototype Development Support: Coordinate the development, testing,



and refinement of prototypes for new designs.

6. Supplier & Fabricator Liaison: Provide technical explanation and assistance to fabricators and external suppliers

7. Undertake other duties as reasonably directed by management, within the scope of the role.

EDUCATION AND SKILLS

Formal Education: Degree in a relevant field is ideal.

Job specific skills, experience, knowledge & abilities:

Essential

- 5+ years working in the construction and engineering industry.

- High proficiency in 2D drafting, steel detailing, and drafting automation.

- Solid project management, decision-making, time-management and leadership skills.

- Ability to interpret and apply Australian Standards and technical specifications.

- High level understanding of fundamental mechanical and structural engineering principles.

- Excellent written and verbal communication skills (English as primary language).

- Ability to build and maintain relationships with clients, associations, authorities, influencers, and consultants.

- Ability to contribute to and work as part of a small and dynamic team.

- Ability to manage multiple projects in different geographical locations at once.

- Metrics-driven operations mind with eye for creativity.

- Drive and determination to deliver agreed budgets.

- No compromise approach to WHS and Quality Control.

- Interest and passion for construction, manufacturing, and aviation industries.

- Ability to work autonomously.

Preferred

- Willingness and ability to travel.

- Experience with Tier 1 construction document control systems and processes

- Experience with Defence HOTO documentation.

Software knowledge:

- MS Office suite (Word/Excel/Outlook etc)

- Solidworks or similar 3D CAD Software

- AutoCAD or similar 2D CAD Software

- Experience with project/work scheduling software – MS Project, Smartsheet etc.

- Experience with project management software – Aconex, Procore etc.

Differentiating Leadership Competencies

- Ability to perform under pressure.

- Ability to work independently.

- Problem solving skills.

- Commercial acumen.

- Strong drive for results.

- Sense of humour!

📌 Project Design Engineer (Newcastle)
🏢 Openx Doors
📍 Newcastle