mechanical project engineer – industrial, defence

2 days ago

Adelaide, South Australia MECHVAC Engineering Full time $90,000 - $120,000 per year

MECHVAC Engineering is an exciting and visionary company that specialises in providing turnkey engineering solutions to industry from conceptual design through to installation and commissioning of high value facility upgrade projects. Located in a modern office and factory complex in Pooraka, MECHVAC is offering the opportunity to work in a well-established, ISO 9001 accredited team environment in both engineering and manufacturing.

MECHVAC is an expanding business with major multi-national customers in the Defence, Manufacturing, Food and Resources sectors.  This position will offer a range of career development prospects and will appeal to Project Engineers or Tradespersons looking to transition into professional services.

The following attributes are essential:

  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Engineering projects experience 3 years minimum with some project co-ordination / supervision experience
  • Experience in installation and commissioning of plant equipment
  • Project estimating, scheduling and co-ordination
  • Proficient in understanding Australian Standards and Regulatory requirements associated with the industry.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office including Excel, Word and Outlook.
  • Proficient in AutoCAD and Inventor
  • Proficient in Risk Assessment
  • Drivers Licence

The following attributes are desirable:

  • Trade level qualifications
  • Mechanical Engineering qualifications at Degree/Diploma level recognized by the Institute of Engineers Australia
  • Manual Handling, White Card, Yellow Card and Forklift / EWP licences

An ultra-competitive salary and benefits package will be offered commensurate with the applicant's experience and potential.

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