Design Engineer

2 months ago


Wacol, Australia Volvo Group Full time

Transport is at the core of modern society. Imagine using your expertise to shape sustainable transport solutions for the future? If you seek to make a difference on a global scale, working with next-gen technologies and the sharpest collaborative teams, then we could be a perfect match. 

The Role

Are you passionate about mechanical design and eager to work on cutting-edge truck installations? We are seeking a skilled full time permanent Mechanical Design Engineer to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for designing and developing components that meet the highest standards of quality, cost-effectiveness, and functionality. Your expertise will be crucial in creating innovative solutions for complex packaging areas, managing the lifecycle of designed parts, and ensuring seamless integration into the production line and long-term maintenance.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop manufacturing and aftermarket-friendly 3D CAD mechanical design solutions, ensuring customer satisfaction.
  • Ensure all design outputs meet QDCF (Quality, Delivery, Cost, and Feature) requirements for projects, PILs, and PIL-CPIs.
  • Investigate and resolve component or design issues identified during the assembly process.
  • Contribute to quality improvement for components or designs based on field issue reports.
  • Drive communication and validation activities within a cross-functional team, including Engineers, Production staff, Purchasing, Aftermarket, and Brand representatives.
  • Perform 3D geometrical assurance, packaging, space claiming, and interface management.
  • Create 3D CAD models documenting installations and systems, complete with mechanical components, hardware, and interfaces.
  • Provide engineering drawings and documentation for the release of parts in product documentation systems.
  • Support design projects with input on content, timelines, resources, and validation requirements.
  • Monitor, maintain, and report KPIs and planning metrics.
  • Proactively identify opportunities to improve product cost, quality, performance, and features.
  • Provide mechanical support as needed, including material, environmental, and method builds.
  • Maintain a high level of technical, product, and application knowledge.

Qualifications & Experience

  • Bachelor of Engineering or equivalent.
  • Extensive experience in 3D CAD modeling and design.
  • Experience with PTC CREO software is highly desirable.
  • CAD data management experience using PTC Windchill software is desirable.
  • Experience in a design role within a project engineering environment is desirable.
  • Familiarity with Agile project management, especially using Atlassian Jira software, is desirable.
  • Experience in a transport industry-related design role is desirable.
  • Knowledge of Australian Design Rules and AS/NZS standards is desirable.

What’s in it for you?

We offer a competitive package of compensation and benefits, plus you will enjoy:  

  • Additional superannuation payments when you invest with the company superannuation fund - AMP
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Loyalty is valued with VGA Service Recognition Program
  • A dedicated Health & Wellbeing program including Employee Assistance Program
  • Discounted Private Health Insurance & Dental
  • Educational Assistance
  • VGA Scholarship Program
  • Workplace Giving 
  • Personal Computer Program
  • Volvo new car discount
  • A workplace that offers you the opportunity to do truly meaningful work in a supportive, constructive culture that encourages you to make the most of your talent.

Ready for the next move?

If you are ready to take your career to the next level and be a part of a dynamic team working on cutting-edge mechanical design projects, we’d love to hear from you Apply now to join our team and help us drive innovation in truck installations.

We value your data privacy and therefore do not accept applications via mail. 

Who we are and what we believe in 
Our focus on Inclusion, Diversity, and Equity allows each of us the opportunity to bring our full authentic self to work and thrive by providing a safe and supportive environment, free of harassment and discrimination. We are committed to removing the barriers to entry, which is why we ask that even if you feel you may not meet every qualification on the job description, please apply and let us decide.

Applying to this job offers you the opportunity to join Volvo Group. Every day, across the globe, our trucks, buses, engines, construction equipment, financial services, and solutions make modern life possible. We are almost 100,000 people empowered to shape the future landscape of efficient, safe and sustainable transport solutions. Fulfilling our mission creates countless career opportunities for talents with sharp minds and passion across the group’s leading brands and entities. 

Group Trucks Technology are seeking talents to help design sustainable transportation solutions for the future. As part of our team, you’ll help us by engineering exciting next-gen technologies and contribute to projects that determine new, sustainable solutions. Bring your love of developing systems, working collaboratively, and your advanced skills to a place where you can make an impact. Join our design shift that leaves society in good shape for the next generation.


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