Mechanical Design Leader

1 day ago

Adelaide, South Australia beBeeDesign Full time $180,000 - $200,000

We are seeking an experienced Design Manager to lead our national design functions across operations.

This is a pivotal opportunity for a mechanical design professional to take ownership of our design strategy, elevate collaboration across sites, and drive innovation in a growing market-leading company.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Lead and unify our design functions nationally under a strategic vision that delivers effective solutions for new projects and customers.
  • Develop and implement a national design framework to enhance collaboration, consistency, and quality across all business units.
  • Mentor and manage the national design leadership team, fostering a culture of excellence, innovation, and accountability.
  • Establish and govern design standards, templates, and review processes to ensure compliance with functional, customer, and regulatory requirements.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to align design outputs with operational needs and oversee project delivery for timeliness, quality, and effectiveness.
  • Manage resources and tools to optimise performance across sites and support complex projects.
  • Identify and resolve design bottlenecks or risks, maintaining smooth workflows across all project pipelines.

What You'll Bring:

  • Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering (or related discipline).
  • Proven experience in design management, ideally within manufacturing or automation.
  • Strong technical knowledge of mechanical design principles and tools.
  • Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement, and team leadership skills.
  • Able to deliver projects to specification, on time and effectively.
  • Commitment to fostering innovation, standardisation, and continuous improvement.

Innovative End-of-Line Packaging Automation Solutions

At Australia’s leading machine manufacturers, we are passionate about delivering cutting-edge automation solutions. Founded in 1980, we’ve grown into a market leader, providing solutions to food and beverage companies across Australia, New Zealand, and the globe. Our brands continually strive for innovation, quality, and growth, directly attributed to our wonderful teams across Australia.

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