Mechanical Design Engineer

3 weeks ago

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia ProFound People Full time
Mechanical Design Engineer – Defence

Location: Brisbane, QLD

Length: 8 months opportunity for Temp to Perm

4 days onsite, 1 day from home

Must be an Australian Citizen

About the Role

A leading engineering and technology organisation is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to join a growing team supporting high-impact projects in the defence and advanced communications sectors. This role offers the opportunity to work on technically challenging systems alongside a collaborative and high-performing team.

Key Responsibilities
  • Design and develop practical and cost-effective mechanical solutions for complex systems
  • Maintain and update technical documentation, ensuring accuracy and version control
  • Execute engineering change requests (ECRs) and implement improvements based on user and manufacturing feedback
  • Review and manage bills of materials (BOMs) for accuracy and cost-effectiveness
  • Collaborate with engineering and production teams to optimise designs for manufacture and deployment
Skills and Experience Required
  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Mechatronic, or a related engineering discipline
  • 3–5 years of hands-on mechanical design experience, ideally within a regulated or defence-related environment
  • Strong proficiency with 3D CAD software (preferably AutoCAD Inventor), FEA, and drafting to AS1100 standards
  • Experience designing enclosures and mechanical assemblies (e.g. sheet metal, racks)
  • Good understanding of manufacturing processes and familiarity with basic electrical/electronic integration
  • Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced, project-driven environment
  • Strong communication skills and a collaborative approach to work
  • Australian citizenship (required due to project security requirements)
  • Eligible for or currently holding Baseline Security Clearance
  • Eligible for RPEQ or NER registration preferred
  • Experience working in maritime or defence-related environments is an advantage

Please reach out to seb@profoundpeople.com.au


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