Mechanical Design Engineer

RecruitShop; Dalby; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Ongoing training and career dev

Regional lifestyle in Dalby

Family-owned business

Job summary

RecruitShop in Dalby is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to drive concept through to manufacture on bulk handling equipment. You will work closely with production, sales and management to deliver practical, build-ready solutions and modernised designs.

The role focuses on detailed CAD work, design optimisation and collaboration across departments, with opportunities for ongoing training and career development in a family-owned, regional business.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in mechanical design and CAD drafting in a commercial environment.
• Strong proficiency with SolidWorks or similar 3D CAD software.
• Experience designing bulk handling equipment, conveyors, or similar machinery.

Responsibilities

• Designing new machinery and improving existing bulk handling equipment.
• Producing detailed engineering drawings and models using CAD software (SolidWorks preferred).
• Supporting manufacturing with practical, workshop-ready designs.
• Collaborating with production, sales, and management teams to deliver custom solutions.
• Contributing to continuous product improvement, innovation, and standardisation.
• Assisting with design reviews, documentation, and engineering problem-solving.

Skills

Mechanical design

CAD drafting

SolidWorks

Engineering principles

Manufacturing processes

Team collaboration

Education

Mechanical Engineering qualification or equivalent

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

• EARN Competitive Salary + Super | Based on Experience & Quals
  
• Join a Long-Established Manufacturer of Bulk Handling Equipment
  
• Full-Time Role | Diverse Design Work | Immediate Start Available
  

• EARN Competitive Salary + Super | Based on Experience & Quals
  
• Join a Long-Established Manufacturer of Bulk Handling Equipment
  
• Full-Time Role | Diverse Design Work | Immediate Start Available
  

About The Company

Our client is a well-established, family-owned Australian manufacturer with over 40 years of experience delivering high-performance bulk materials handling solutions. Serving the agricultural, industrial, and manufacturing sectors, they specialise in custom-engineered equipment designed and built in-house, with a strong focus on quality, innovation, and long-term reliability.

Based in Dalby, this organisation offers the opportunity to enjoy a relaxed regional lifestyle while working on technically challenging and rewarding engineering projects within a supportive, close-knit team environment.

About The Opportunity

An exciting opportunity is available for a Mechanical Design Engineer to join a growing engineering and manufacturing team. This hands-on design role will see you working closely with production, sales, and management to deliver practical, build-ready solutions from concept through to manufacture.

Reporting to the General Manager, your responsibilities will include:

• Designing new machinery and improving existing bulk handling equipment
• Producing detailed engineering drawings and models using CAD software (SolidWorks preferred)
• Supporting manufacturing with practical, workshop-ready designs
• Collaborating with production, sales, and management teams to deliver custom solutions
• Contributing to continuous product improvement, innovation, and standardisation
• Assisting with design reviews, documentation, and engineering problem-solving

About You

The successful candidate will have:

• Proven experience in mechanical design and CAD drafting in a commercial environment
• Strong proficiency with SolidWorks or similar 3D CAD software
• Sound understanding of mechanical engineering principles and practical application
• Strong mechanical aptitude and appreciation of manufacturing processes
• Excellent planning, organisation, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to communicate effectively and work collaboratively across departments

You will also ideally have:

• Experience designing bulk handling equipment, conveyors, or similar machinery
• A Mechanical Engineering qualification or equivalent industry experience
• Exposure to workshop environments and production-based engineering

What's in it for You?

• Permanent Full-Time Role With Long-Term Stability
• Work On Diverse, Custom Engineering Projects
• Supportive Team With Strong Technical Knowledge
• Ongoing Training And Career Development Opportunities
• Family-Owned Business With Clear Growth Pathways
• Regional Lifestyle In Dalby With Lower Living Costs