Manufacturing Process Engineer - Metal Fabrication & NPI

Orchard HRO Pty; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Orchard HRO Pty in Melbourne is seeking a hands-on Manufacturing Process Engineer to develop and optimise metal fabrication and assembly processes. You will work with Engineering, Production and stakeholders to move new products from development into efficient, repeatable production.

The role requires CAD capability (SolidWorks), knowledge of BOMs/routings and ERP/MRP familiarity. You will design jigs and tooling, identify efficiency gains and support lifecycle improvements across global

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical/Manufacturing/Mechatronic or Industrial Engineering or related field.
• Proven experience in manufacturing, production or process engineering.
• Knowledge of metal fabrication and assembly processes (sheet metal, CNC, bending, welding).
• Experience developing manufacturing processes and introducing products into production.

Responsibilities

• Develop and optimise manufacturing processes for new and existing products, with a focus on metal fabrication and assembly.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Production and stakeholders to scale development into repeatable production.
• Design and develop jigs, fixtures and tooling to improve capability, quality and consistency.
• Identify opportunities to improve production efficiency, reduce waste and enhance quality.
• Support the introduction of new equipment, processes and manufacturing technologies.
• Develop and maintain manufacturing documentation, including process instructions, BOMs and routings.
• Troubleshoot production issues and drive practical solutions across cutting, bending, pressing, welding and machining.
• Support products throughout their lifecycle with ongoing improvements across global operations.

Skills

Mechanical engineering

Manufacturing experience

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Onsite commitment

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Manufacturing/Mechatronic or Industrial Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

ERP/MRP systems

Job description

Orchard HRO Pty in Melbourne is seeking a hands-on Manufacturing Process Engineer to develop and optimise metal fabrication and assembly processes. You will work with Engineering, Production and stakeholders to move new products from development into efficient, repeatable production.

The role requires CAD capability (SolidWorks), knowledge of BOMs/routings and ERP/MRP familiarity. You will design jigs and tooling, identify efficiency gains and support lifecycle improvements across global