About the Role

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Mechanical Designer to join our Kanga Loader engineering team. The ideal candidate will play a pivotal role in the design, development, and optimisation of mechanical systems and components. This position requires a strong foundation in mechanical engineering principles, including experience with hydraulic components, advanced CAD proficiency, sheet metal fabrication, and low voltage (12v) electrics.

Key Responsibilities:

- Prepare comprehensive technical documentation, including engineering reports, detailed drawings, and specifications
- Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure design objectives and project requirements are met
- Develop & manage large 3D models and assemblies using Autodesk Inventor
- Generate manufacturing drawings, schematics, and Bills of Materials (BOMs)
- Contribute to research and development initiatives and support engineering innovation projects
- Participate in prototype development, testing, and validation of design concepts
- Ensure compliance with relevant industry standards and prepare technical documentation for certification
- Understand hydraulic components, pumps, spool valves, solenoid valves, hydraulic motors and hydraulic cylinders

Experience & Requirements:

- Bachelor’s degree, diploma or relevant trade experience in Mechanical Engineering, drafting or a related discipline
- Experience in a similar role, preferably within the earth-moving equipment or mobile machinery sector
- Advanced proficiency in Autodesk Inventor




- Demonstrated ability to produce high-quality manufacturing documentation and BOMs
- Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
- Strong communication skills
- Sound knowledge of mechanical design standards
- Familiarity with welding techniques and material selection
- Proven ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams
- Experience with manufacturing processes and procedures
- Experience with software systems including the Microsoft suite and PDM or Vault systems

Knowledge of, or experience with hydraulics, FEA, design of jigs, fixtures and production tooling, RCA, & FMEA investigations highly regarded.

Advantages:

- Opportunities for career progression and additional training
- Staff events such as company BBQs, Christmas Parties etc.
- Free EAP service for staff and their families.
- - Fitness App
- Exclusive offers for well-known/leading brands and company’s
- Wellbeing toolkits
- Assessments and support programs covering Financial, Mental, Physical and Social Wellbeing

About the Company: Digga is Australia's leading manufacturer of the iconic Kanga Loader and Machinery attachments for the Earthmoving & Construction industry. A multi-award winning, global company, with 5 state of the art facilities worldwide, our product & passion for providing total customer solutions is second to none.

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Join a leading Australian manufacturer and play a key role in driving operational excellence and innovation. Visit us at www.digga.com. To submit your application, click on the ‘apply’ button above.

📌 Mechanical Designer (Yatala)
🏢 Digga Australia
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