Lead Mechanical Design Engineer — Heavy Equipment (Melbourne)

ProFound People; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

ProFound People partners with a Melbourne-based engineering firm to recruit a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer. The role focuses on leading heavy equipment design from concept to production, with strong emphasis on 3D CAD and manufacturing collaboration.

The successful candidate will have at least 3 years' experience in mechanical design, a degree in mechanical engineering, and proven ability to deliver detailed drawings and BOMs while guiding junior designers.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in Mechanical Design Engineering or similar
• Experience designing heavy equipment or machinery
• Knowledge of thermal management beneficial
• Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline
• Proficiency with 3D CAD (SolidWorks/Inventor)
• Experience drawing fabrication components and structural steel
• Understanding of design principles, materials and manufacturing processes
• Experience producing detailed drawings and BOMs
• Ability to review designs and implement improvements
• Strong communication and prioritisation skills

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical design projects from concept through to manufacture
• Develop detailed 3D models, assemblies and drawings
• Design components and assemblies for heavy equipment
• Review designs for accuracy, quality and manufacturability
• Coordinate with manufacturing and fabrication teams to resolve issues
• Liaise with suppliers and external manufacturers
• Maintain engineering documentation, drawings and BOMs
• Support prototype builds, testing and validation
• Identify opportunities for design improvements and manufacturing efficiencies
• Provide technical guidance to other design team members
• Work on diverse bespoke engineering projects

Skills

Mechanical design

3D CAD

Heavy equipment design

Fabricated components design

Design for manufacture

Engineering drawings

Thermal management knowledge

Project leadership

Autonomous work

Supplier liaison

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Inventor

Job description

ProFound People partners with a Melbourne-based engineering firm to recruit a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer. The role focuses on leading heavy equipment design from concept to production, with strong emphasis on 3D CAD and manufacturing collaboration.

The successful candidate will have at least 3 years' experience in mechanical design, a degree in mechanical engineering, and proven ability to deliver detailed drawings and BOMs while guiding junior designers.