Engineering Manager - Exterior Systems

ARB Corporation Ltd; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development opportunities

Hands-on engineering environment

Global business exposure

Job summary

A leading engineering company is seeking an experienced Engineering Manager to oversee the Exterior Systems portfolio, including innovative products like the Earth Camper. The successful candidate will lead a team, manage the complete product development lifecycle, and ensure compliance with standards. This role offers opportunities for professional development within a passionate environment and is based in Melbourne, Victoria.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience leading engineering teams.
• Proven ability to manage complex engineering projects end‑to‑end.
• Experience with electro‑mechanical product development.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Exterior Systems engineering team.
• Oversee the full product development lifecycle from concept to production.
• Collaborate cross‑functionally with product management and marketing.

Skills

Leadership

Project Management

Communication

Continuous Improvement

CAD Proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Mechatronics Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

ERP Systems

PLM Systems

Job description

Engineering Manager – Exterior Systems

ARB Corporation Ltd, a leading ASX top‑100 company, is looking for an experienced Engineering Manager to lead the Exterior Systems portfolio, covering the Earth Camper, Awnings & Coverings, and BASE Rack roof system.

Location

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

Employment Type

Full-time

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Exterior Systems engineering team, including development of the Earth Camper, Awnings & Coverings, and BASE Rack systems.
• Lead teams through change in a dynamic engineering and product development environment.
• Oversee the full product development lifecycle – from concept, design, prototyping, testing, to production release, including ongoing changes and enhancements.
• Deliver projects on time, on budget, and to quality standards in alignment with ARB’s brand and performance expectations, taking on a project‑management role within the team.
• Ensure innovative engineering outputs comply with relevant standards, safety requirements, and manufacturing processes.
• Collaborate cross‑functionally with product management, marketing, manufacturing, procurement, and sales.
• Provide technical leadership and mentoring to engineers and designers.
• Coordinate ongoing changes and enhancements to products across multiple manufacturing sites, locations and suppliers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Mechatronics Engineering or a related discipline.
• Minimum 5 years of experience leading engineering teams or technical departments, with demonstrated experience in driving performance.
• Proven ability to manage complex engineering projects end‑to‑end, adapting plans and resources to successfully deliver change through complex supply chains.
• Proven experience in large part count, electro‑mechanical product development, ideally within automotive, outdoor, or off‑road sectors.
• Proficiency in CAD (SolidWorks preferred), PLM, ERP and change‑management systems.
• Knowledge of design for manufacture (DFM) and working within production environments.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills, with the ability to collaborate across departments.
• Continuous improvement mindset, for both product and process initiatives.
• An active interest in 4x4, camping, or off‑road adventure highly regarded.

What We Offer

• Contribute to iconic product platforms like the Earth Camper and BASE Rack.
• Work within a passionate, hands‑on, engineering‑led environment.
• Professional development opportunities, international business exposure and training.
• Be part of a proudly Australian company with a global reputation.

About ARB

Our passion for off‑road adventures drives us to innovate and create products that enhance the customer journey. As an ASX top‑100 company with more than 2,200 employees globally, we deliver high‑quality products across more than 100 countries from regional offices in the USA, Europe, Thailand, New Zealand, and the Middle East.

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