ROLE – Design Engineer

SALARY - $110,000 - $130,000 per annum, dependent on experience

TYPE – Permanent

LOCATION – Adelaide, SA

My client designs and manufactures bespoke equipment for the Automotive industry. They are looking for a Design Engineer to join their team in Adelaide on a permanent basis.

The Design Engineer will ideally have the following attributes:
At least 2 years’ experience in a Mechanical Design / Industrial Design / Product Development Engineering position
Previous experience designing products and equipment for vehicles in the Automotive sector
Highly skilled with 3D CAD, ideally SolidWorks, Inventor or similar
Experience designing fabricated components, sheet metal and structural steel
Positive understanding of mechanical design principles and manufacturing processes
Experience producing detailed engineering and manufacturing drawings
Solid practical and hands-on approach to design
Experience working closely with manufacturing and fabrication teams
Able to manage multiple projects and work to deadlines




Able to maintain technical documentation and BOMs
Able to work well individually as well as part of a team

The Design Engineer role will involve:
Designing components and assemblies for automotive vehicles
Using 3D CAD for concept design, modelling and technical drawings
Producing detailed engineering and manufacturing drawings
Developing and updating 3D models and engineering designs
Working closely with manufacturing and fabrication teams
Liaising with suppliers and external manufacturing providers
Creating and maintaining BOMs and technical documentation
Supporting the full design process from concept through to production
Assisting with prototype builds, testing and final assembly
Checking designs and drawings prior to manufacture
Working in a small, multi-disciplinary team on diverse engineering projects

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

📌 Design Engineer Adelaide (Australia)
🏢 ProFound People
📍 Australia