ROLE – Mechanical Design Engineer

SALARY - $100,000 - $120,000 per annum, dependent on experience

TYPE – Permanent

LOCATION – Brisbane, QLD

My client specialises in the design and manufacture of bespoke machinery. They are looking for a Mechanical Design Engineer to join their team in Brisbane on a permanent basis.

The Mechanical Design Engineer will ideally have the following attributes:
At least 2 years of experience in a similar Mechanical Design Engineering position
Degree qualified in Mechanical Engineering or similar
Solid experience using 3D CAD, ideally Inventor, SolidWorks, Fusion 360 etc.
Previous experience designing special-purpose machinery, conveyors, automation equipment or similar
Strong understanding of mechanical design principles, materials, fabrication and manufacturing processes
Experience designing mechanical systems, machinery, components and assemblies
Robust practical engineering skills including hand calculations, verification, validation, testing and prototyping
Experience designing equipment from concept through to detailed design and manufacture




Valuable understanding of design for manufacture and assembly
Able to maintain technical documentation, manufacturing drawings and BOMs
Able to work well individually as well as part of a team

The Mechanical Design Engineer role will involve:
Designing machinery, conveyors and related automation equipment using 3D CAD
Managing designs through the full lifecycle from concept to manufacture and commissioning
Working closely with manufacturing and production teams to ensure designs are practical and fit for purpose
Liaising with manufacturing providers, suppliers and clients throughout the design process
Creating and maintaining technical documentation, drawings and project reports
Updating 3D models, drawings and design documentation
Inputting parts into the MRP system and creating BOMs
Checking drawings and designs for accuracy and sign-off
Working in a small, multi-disciplinary team

If you are interested in this position, please apply with an up-to-date CV as soon as possible.

📌 Mechanical Design Engineer Brisbane
🏢 ProFound People
📍 Brisbane