Mechanical Engineer & Draftsperson – Custom UTE Builds

L&G Chivalry; Fairfield; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Chivalry Trays and Canopies in Fairfield, NSW, is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to oversee internal product designs and customer builds from concept to delivery. You will use SolidWorks and AutoCAD 2D for drawings, manage projects to schedule, assemble and test prototypes, and collaborate with workshop teams while staying informed on industry trends.

The role requires a bachelor degree and at least two years of relevant experience, with a strong communication and hands-on, team-oriented

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree or above in a relevant mechanical or industrial design field.
• At least 2 years of relevant experience as a Mechanical Designer.
• A hands-on approach to problem-solving and the ability to work in a multi-skilled team.
• Strong communication skills with a professional and positive attitude.
• Knowledge of 4x4 makes and off-road accessories is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Use SolidWorks for stress test simulations to test the strength of structures and materials before production.
• Conduct consultations with clients to determine requirements for custom designs.
• Produce high-quality 2D and 3D drawings using SolidWorks and AutoCAD 2D.
• Manage project progress to ensure adherence to schedules and production targets.
• Assemble and test prototypes to validate designs for mass production.
• Work with a variety of materials including aluminum, metal, and plastic.
• Collaborate with workshop technicians to ensure high-quality and timely job completion.
• Stay informed about industry trends and competitor activities to help inform sales and design strategies.

Skills

Problem-solving

Team collaboration

Communication

4x4 knowledge

Education

Bachelor degree or above in mechanical/industrial design

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD 2D

Job description

Chivalry Trays and Canopies in Fairfield, NSW, is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to oversee internal product designs and customer builds from concept to delivery. You will use SolidWorks and AutoCAD 2D for drawings, manage projects to schedule, assemble and test prototypes, and collaborate with workshop teams while staying informed on industry trends.

The role requires a bachelor degree and at least two years of relevant experience, with a strong communication and hands-on, team-oriented