Mechanical Design Engineer

Mechanical Design Engineer

Barclay Recruitment is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer for a full-time, remote position with an Australian family-owned manufacturer. This company has over 45 years of experience in the timber construction industry and specialises in designing and building custom industrial machinery for timber frame and truss manufacturers both in Australia and internationally. Each machine is engineered in-house to meet specific customer requirements, ensuring unique solutions for every project.

About the Role

This is a project-based design role offering significant ownership and variety. You will be responsible for the entire design lifecycle of machinery, from initial brief through to final sign-off. This includes 3D modelling, performing calculations, conducting FEA analysis, managing revisions, and overseeing floor sign-off. The engineering team is expanding, with active R&D in automation and robotics. The company is looking for an individual who is keen to contribute ideas and build lasting projects.

Responsibilities

• Design custom machinery from concept to completed assembly.
• Create 3D models and production drawings using Inventor.
• Perform stress, load, and motor sizing calculations.
• Conduct FEA analysis to validate structural performance.
• Manage drawing reviews, revisions, and final release.
• Support production during machinery builds on the factory floor.
• Liaise with purchasing regarding components and specifications.
• Update designs in response to evolving customer requirements.
• Contribute to robotics, automation, and R&D projects.

About You

• Thorough and detail-focused with high quality standards.
• A curious engineer who enjoys understanding how things work.
• Ability to adapt easily when customer requirements change.
• Effective communication skills with engineers and production teams.
• Ability to own projects from concept through to completion.
• Passionate about robotics, automation, and innovation.

Essential Skills

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
• 3+ years of experience designing industrial or capital equipment.
• Proficiency in Inventor, SolidWorks, or similar CAD software.
• Experience with large assemblies, BOMs, and revisions.
• Manufacturing design and drawing release experience.
• Practical FEA experience with sound engineering judgement.
• Strong knowledge of stress, fatigue, and materials.
• Knowledge of design for manufacture, machining, and welding.
• Experience taking designs through to manufacture.
• Experience with heavy machinery or industrial equipment.
• Full Australian work rights are required.

What You Will Love About Working Here

• Custom machinery design with no two projects the same.
• Involvement in R&D for automation and robotics.
• A technical, thorough, and knowledgeable manager.
• A small, close-knit, and collaborative engineering team of four.
• 1 day Work From Home per week (Tuesday, Wednesday, or Thursday).
• Early finish on Fridays (Mon-Thu 7:00am-4:00pm, Friday finish by 2:00pm).
• Yearly pay reviews and recognition of performance.
• Modern, renovated office with production floor access.
• Onsite parking at Stapylton at no cost.
• Complimentary fresh fruit, snacks, espresso, and a fully stocked kitchen.
• Monthly bacon and egg breakfast with a charity garage sale.
• Mental health and wellbeing programs, including R U OK? Day.
• Uniform allowance and safety boots for factory visits.
• Staff events including State of Origin and team functions.
• Employee Assistance Program for all staff.
• A stable company with over 45 years of history and long-term employees.

Location

Stapylton

Salary

Market related

Work Type

Full-time

How to Apply

This role is managed exclusively by Fiona Sander at Barclay Recruitment. Contact her on 04•• ••• 060 or via email at fio••@barclayrecruitment.com.au.