Mechanical Designer/Draftsperson

The Design Technology Company; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

The Design Technology Company in North Melbourne is seeking a skilled Mechanical Designer/Draftsperson to join our team and support long-term projects from our North Melbourne office.

You will produce models and drawings, ensure on-time delivery, comply with standards and regulatory requirements, and develop technical documents for mechanical components, assemblies, and systems using AutoCAD, Autodesk Inventor or SolidWorks.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering with relevant industry experience.
• 2–5 years’ post-graduate experience in a design engineering role.
• Proficiency in well-structured, complex 3D CAD modelling.
• Experienced in industry-standard CAD software such as AutoCAD, Autodesk Inventor, Solidworks, or similar.

Responsibilities

• Produce models and drawings for engineering projects through to production release.
• Ensure that drawings for projects are completed on time and in accordance with defined standards.
• Ensure drawings comply with statutory and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain detailed design documentation and change records.
• Support engineering in relation to drawing data and supplied information.

Skills

3D CAD modelling

Engineering drawing

Technical documentation

Remote collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Autodesk Inventor

SolidWorks

Job description

The Design Technology Company – North Melbourne VIC

DTCo is seeking a skilled Mechanical Designer/Draftsperson to join our team.

We have the need for increased capacity from existing client's to support long term project's with design and drafting support based out of our North Melbourne office.

Some your responsibilities will include:

Produce models and drawings for engineering projects through to production release.

Ensure that drawings for projects are completed on time and in accordance with defined standards.

Ensure drawings comply with statutory and regulatory requirements.

Maintain detailed design documentation and change records.

Support engineering in relation to drawing data and supplied information.

Apply information for engineering specifications, standards and production systems.

Baseline Requirements:

Excellent engineering drawing/drafting skills for production.

An Australian Citizen eligible for baseline security clearance.

2–5 years’ post-graduate experience in a design engineering role.

Proficiency in well-structured, complex 3D CAD modelling.

Bachelor's degree in Engineering with relevant industry experience.

Experienced in industry-standard CAD software such as AutoCAD, Autodesk Inventor, Solidworks, or similar.

A strong ability to develop technical documents and specifications for mechanical components, assemblies, and systems, and communicate them productively.

Highly Advantageous Skills:

Ability to use Configurations/Model States within CAD software.

Electrical routing in CAD.

Experience in cloud-based tools such as OneDrive and project management tools such as Planner/Trello.

Experience with PDM or PLM systems.

Other CAD software such as Microstation, Shipconstructor, NX, etc are advantageous.

Personal Attributes:

Bringing these attributes to the table will set you apart:

Excellent Communication: Essential for efficient remote collaboration and our culture of knowledge sharing.

Motivated Problem Solver and Reporter: Solve challenges, but also share your insights and solutions with the team.

Team Player: Collaborate effectively and leverage the collective expertise of the wider team.

Bring Energy: Your enthusiasm is infectious and drives positive outcomes, fostering investment in your work.

Why Join DTCo?

We run a tight ship but a social one, taking pride in the team we continue to build, the problems we solve, and the way we present ourselves. You will gain exposure to the latest technologies, software, and workflows while taking advantage of flexible working conditions. We have room for people to grow for those who seize opportunities, with a preference for individuals who are self-starters, think critically, and go beyond the obvious.

Important Note on Compliance:

**To ensure compliance with AS 4811:2022 – Workforce Screening, all applicants employed by DTCo will require screening and must submit relevant documentation before final appointment.