Hands-On Mechanical Design Engineer — Perth (12m)

NES Fircroft; Perth; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

NES Fircroft is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to join our client’s research and development team in Perth. You will develop mechanical equipment and prototypes from concept through fabrication, assembly, testing and improvement, using Autodesk Inventor and Vault.

This hands-on role collaborates with engineers, workshop personnel, fabricators and suppliers to deliver practical, manufacturable designs and robust design reviews.

Qualifications

• Mechanical Engineering degree or equivalent qualification.
• Strong hands-on Autodesk Inventor experience designing mechanical equipment and assemblies.
• Experience producing detailed manufacturing drawings and BOMs with tolerances and GD&T.
• Experience taking designs from concept through detailed engineering to manufacture.
• Practical understanding of fabrication and manufacturing processes with workshop exposure.
• Exposure to reverse engineering, 3D scanning, rotating equipment and sheet-metal design is valuable.

Responsibilities

• Develop mechanical equipment, components and assemblies using Autodesk Inventor, producing 3D models and 2D drawings.
• Prepare and maintain Bills of Materials (BOMs) and technical documentation with drawing revision control in Autodesk Vault.
• Perform engineering calculations and DFMA checks to support fabrication and assembly.
• Work with workshop teams, machinists and suppliers on component selection and manufacturing needs.
• Support prototype builds, testing and design improvements based on feedback.
• Contribute to design reviews and multidisciplinary engineering discussions.

Skills

Autodesk Inventor

Mechanical design

Fabrication know-how

GD&T

Prototyping

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Autodesk Vault

Inventor iLogic

Job description

NES Fircroft is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to join our client’s research and development team in Perth. You will develop mechanical equipment and prototypes from concept through fabrication, assembly, testing and improvement, using Autodesk Inventor and Vault.

This hands-on role collaborates with engineers, workshop personnel, fabricators and suppliers to deliver practical, manufacturable designs and robust design reviews.