Engineer - Mechanical

Insitu Pacific; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Insitu Pacific Pty Ltd. in Brisbane is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to solve challenging technical problems across subsystem architecture, design, verification and production introduction for aerospace UAS programs.

You will design mechanical systems, perform CAD modelling in SolidWorks/AutoCAD/CATIA, run FEA simulations, and contribute to test plans, documentation and compliance with safety and industry standards. Collaboration with multidisciplinary teams is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field (essential).
• 2+ years' related work experience or equivalent combination of education and experience (essential).
• Proficiency in 3D CAD software (SolidWorks, AutoCAD, CATIA) (essential).
• Strong understanding of mechanics, materials science, thermodynamics, and fluid dynamics (essential).
• Experience with FEA and simulation tools (essential).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills (essential).

Responsibilities

• Assist in designing mechanical systems from concept to production.
• Create CAD models and drawings, perform calculations, select materials.
• Conduct tolerance analyses to meet performance and cost targets.
• Collaborate with electrical, software, and other engineering teams.
• Perform structural, thermal, and dynamic analyses using FEA.
• Develop test plans and analyse data to validate designs.
• Prepare design documentation and design study summaries.
• Support certification activities and safety compliance.

Skills

FEM/FEA experience

Technical problem-solving

Strong communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

CATIA

Job description

The Mechanical Engineer applies established job practices, techniques, standards, principals, theories and concepts to provide solutions to a variety of technical challenges of moderate scope and complexity. The Mechanical Engineer is responsible for assisting in subsystem architecture, design development, design verification, production introduction, and collaborating with various teams to support compliance with product and program requirements. The position involves the engagement of stakeholders to address technical issues associated with specific projects. This role supports innovation and contributes to continuous improvement within the engineering team.

Key responsibilities

Assist in designing mechanical systems, components, and assemblies from initial concept through to production and introduction into service.

Create detailed CAD models and drawings, perform engineering calculations, and select appropriate materials and manufacturing processes.

Conduct tolerance analyses, ensure designs meet performance, cost, and quality requirements.

Collaborate with electrical, software, and specialty engineering teams to support compliance with Systems Engineering program requirements.

Perform structural, thermal, and dynamic analyses using FEA and other simulation tools, and assist to validate models with physical testing.

Develop and support test plan execution to validate designs, analyse test data, and suggest design improvements based on findings.

Troubleshoot mechanical issues and assist in implementing validated technical solutions

Support the development of artefacts and documentation necessary for successful introduction into service.

Contribute to technical publications, maintenance policies, inspection intervals, and spares provisioning requirements in collaboration with integrated logistics support specialists.

Contribute to supportability analyses, reliability assessments, and maintainability studies under guidance

Assist with the identification and mitigation of technical risks; escal scope or budget changes as required.

Prepare technical documentation: design specifications, test reports and design study summaries.

Present technical concepts to stakeholders and contribute to design decisions that impact project success.

Ensure compliance with relevant industry standards, regulations and safety requirements; and support certification activities and patent applications when applicable.

About you

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field (essential)

2+ years' related work experience or equivalent combination of education and experience (essential)

Proficiency in 3D CAD software (SolidWorks, AutoCAD, CATIA) (essential)

Strong understanding of engineering fundamentals including mechanics, materials science, thermodynamics, and fluid dynamics (essential)

Experience with FEA and simulation tools (essential)

Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal) and the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively while working to schedule commitments (essential)

Systematic and logical problem-solving skills (essential)

Demonstrated strong work ethic and the ability to work in a team environment (essential)

Demonstration in ability to work in a flexible environment with, at times, changing priorities (essential)

Australian citizenship, with eligibility to obtain and maintain a Defence security clearance at the NV1 level (essential)

Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Experience with carbon fibre, ferrous and non-ferrous metals, plastics, adhesives, fasteners and other aerospace materials.

Experience with GD&T and tolerance stack-up analysis

Knowledge of manufacturing processes including machining, casting, injection molding, sheet metal fabrication, and additive manufacturing

Familiarity with Systems Engineering principles

Understanding of product support requirements and lifecycle considerations

Experience in Design for Manufacturing and Assembly (DFMA)

Experience developing maintenance plans and supportability analyses

Knowledge of reliability, availability, and maintainability (RAM) principles

Demonstrated experience in Technical Publication development

Root cause analysis and failure mode analysis

Familiarity with Product lifecycle management (PLM) systems

Experience with DASR compliance, specifically, Part 21J, Part 145M and UAS.

Experience in aerospace industry, particularly UAS.