Mechanical Designer

Apprise Consulting Ltd; Sydney; On-site; AUD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

NEPEAN is seeking a Mechanical Designer in NSW to join the conference of conveyors/longwall teams. The role covers concept through production detail design, using Autodesk Inventor and best practices to meet client standards across mining and industrial projects.

Candidates should have 5+ years’ experience, an engineering qualification, and strong communication. You will contribute to safety, reliability, and manufacturability while supporting fabrication and installation processes.

Qualifications

• Min 5 years’ experience within a similar role.
• Appropriate qualification/training in engineering.
• Obtained drawing and design experience.
• Technical competence with strong communication.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• 3D modelling and sketching designs from engineers’ input.
• Assess tolerances, weldability and ease of assembly.
• Produce components and assemblies in Inventor per specs.
• Collaborate with lead engineers to deliver designs on time.
• Support fabrication and installation with design solutions.
• Ensure work stays within scope and schedule.

Skills

3D modelling

Tolerance calculations

Problem solving

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Education

Engineering degree or equivalent

Tools

Autodesk Inventor

CAD software

Job description

Job Type: Permanent position | Full time position

Job Description

Mechanical Designer available in all states NSW, Qld, Vic, & WA At NEPEAN™ we are proud to be Australia’s leading privately owned engineering, mining services and industrial manufacturing organisation. We have unique capabilities to deliver high value, innovative and sustainable solutions for the world’s leading mining, construction, and transport companies.

Over the last 40 years, hard work, technical credibility, and a willingness to tackle very difficult projects have earned NEPEAN an enviable reputation. Today our organisation employs over 1400 people across six continents and distributes products to more than 65 countries. We service our customers in all states of Australia through multiple businesses in our portfolio: NEPEAN Building and Infrastructure (Galserv, Galintel, Weldlok), NEPEAN Engineering and Innovation, NEPEAN Power, Mining (NEPEAN Longwall), PROK, NEPEAN Conveyors, NEPEAN Transport, Gurtec, Roxon, and NEPEAN Belting Mackay.

Our Opportunity Due to exponential growth, Nepean Conveyors and Nepean Longwall are seeking Mechanical Designers to join their respective teams located in NSW and Qld. This position will be responsible for developing projects from concept definition to production detail design, ensuring design solutions meet the mechanical system’s requirements as well as best industry practices. This position must also be able to support the development and execution of project plans which could include schedule and budget planning, conceptual design, prototyping, design for reliability and manufacturability, interfacing with vendors, qualification testing and documentation.

Your daily duties will include however are not limited to;

• 3D modelling and sketching up designs using input from engineers and senior designers on the team.
• Calculate factors like tolerances, dimensioning, weldability and ease of assembly.
• Create designs in line with company procedures, regulations and client standards.
• Creating component and assembly models based on technical specifications (Autodesk Inventor).
• Provide practical and engineered design solutions in consultations with lead engineers.
• Deliver designs according to required timeframes and in line with company procedures, regulations, and client standards
• Involvement from concept to install, including exposure to in-house fabrication workshop.
• Demonstrate high standard of personal safety and safe design practices.
• Assist mechanical engineers in the modelling and detailing of mechanical equipment.
• Ensures that designs and finished work are within scope of work and allocated time frame.
• Prepares general assembly drawings and designs for mechanical engineering work under the direction of senior engineers.
• Use customer feedback and data to upgrade, improve or repair the company's existing machines.
• Liaison with stakeholders
• Provide support during the building and installation process, ensuring that the machine is built according to design specifications
• To work in a safe manner using appropriate Safe

Work Instructions or Safety Operating Procedures

• Work in a collaborative and team manner.
• Understand NEPEAN’s goals and core values.
• Proactive and willing to take on new challenges.
• Work effectively under pressure.

To be considered for this opportunity, the right person will have:

• Min 5 years’ experience within a similar role
• Appropriate qualification/training.
• Obtained drawing and design experience.
• Technical competence
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated good oral and written communication.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Rights to work in Australia

Salary: Between $75,000 and $85,000 per annum + Super NEPEAN believes in diversity and is committed to providing Equal Employment opportunities for all applicants. We welcome applicants from all walks of life, including various socio-economic, cultural, LGBTIQ, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander backgrounds.