Are you an experienced Mechanical Draftsperson looking for a role where technical accuracy, practical design and manufacturing come together?

Custom Quip Engineering (CQE) is seeking a capable Mechanical Draftsperson to support the design and manufacture of quality transport equipment from our Kenwick facility. You will produce detailed CAD models, drawings and manufacturing documentation across new builds, custom equipment, repairs and modification projects.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with truck, trailer or heavy transport drafting experience who enjoys diverse project work and collaborating closely with engineering and production teams.

About CQE

Custom Quip Engineering has more than two decades of experience specialising in the design and manufacture of quality transport equipment. As part of the Varley Group, CQE combines strong local manufacturing knowledge with the broader capability of an established Australian engineering organisation.

About the Role

As our Mechanical Draftsperson, you will convert engineering concepts and design direction into accurate, compliant and production-ready drawings.

Working across engineering, drafting, fabrication and manufacturing, you will prepare documentation that supports each project from quotation and customer approval through to workshop production.

Key Responsibilities

- Interpret engineering concepts and develop detailed CAD models and drawings
- Prepare General Arrangement drawings for quotations and customer approval
- Produce workshop and fabrication drawings, layouts and cutting schedules
- Develop accurate Bills of Materials for manufacturing projects
- Create drawings for new builds, custom equipment, repairs and modifications
- Ensure drawings comply with relevant ADR and RVS legislation
- Produce technical drawings in accordance with AS1100 standards
- Provide technical support to engineering, fabrication and manufacturing teams
- Investigate production issues and clarify design intent
- Maintain engineering drawings,



design files and drafting documentation
- Support research and development activities for new and updated products
- Contribute to continuous improvement across design and manufacturing processes

About You

You are a practical and detail-focused Mechanical Draftsperson who understands how good design translates into efficient manufacturing.

To succeed in this role, you will bring:

- At least three years’ mechanical drafting experience within truck, trailer or heavy transport equipment manufacturing
- Strong proficiency in Autodesk Inventor and AutoCAD
- Experience producing technical drawings to AS1100 standards
- Demonstrated knowledge of ADR and RVS legislation
- A sound understanding of mechanical design, fabrication and manufacturing processes
- The ability to interpret engineering specifications and customer requirements
- Strong technical problem-solving skills
- Excellent accuracy and attention to detail
- The ability to collaborate effectively across engineering and workshop teams

A qualification in mechanical engineering, engineering technology or a related discipline will be highly regarded.

Why Join CQE?

At CQE, you will join an experienced team that values practical thinking, technical contribution and collaboration.

You will benefit from:

- Varied projects across custom builds, repairs, modifications and product development
- Direct interaction with engineering, fabrication and manufacturing teams
- The opportunity to solve practical design and production challenges
- A supportive environment where your technical input is valued
- Ongoing development and long-term career opportunities
- The stability and broader opportunities available through the Varley Group
- Discounted Fitness Passport membership
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

If you are looking for a role where you can apply your drafting expertise across diverse transport equipment projects, we would like to hear from you.

Ready to Apply?

Click Apply Now and submit your resume outlining your relevant drafting, CAD and heavy transport manufacturing experience.

📌 Mechanical Draftsperson (Kenwick)
🏢 Varley Group
📍 Kenwick