Mechanical Engineer - Wenco Pty Ltd

Wenco Pty Ltd; Western Australia; On-site; AUD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Ongoing training and support

Friendly work environment

Career development within the organis.

Job summary

Wenco Pty Ltd, a Western Australia‑based engineering firm, is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to join their team. You will perform mechanical and structural calculations, review models and drawings, and assess client specifications for feasibility and optimization.

The role emphasizes adherence to AS/NZS standards and safety documentation. Ideal candidates hold a bachelor’s degree in engineering, with experience in AutoCAD or SolidWorks and MS Office.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Proficiency with 2D/3D CAD/CAE software (AutoCAD or SolidWorks).
• MS Office experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical and structural calculations to ensure design integrity, load capacity, and fatigue limits of fabricated components.
• Produce and review engineering models, workshop drawings, and manufacturing layouts using standard 2D and 3D CAD/CAE software.
• Evaluate client technical specifications during project onboarding to assess manufacturing feasibility and optimize production parameters.
• Provide technical oversight to the workshop floor, resolving engineering queries and clarifying fabrication or welding requirements.
• Maintain adherence to Australian Standards (AS/NZS) and quality frameworks.
• Review and approve manufacturing documentation, including technical work packs and weld specifications.
• Assess material performance to support asset lifecycle planning and accurate project estimations.
• Develop SOPs and safety documentation for heavy machinery and lifting operations.
• Lead engineering delivery on commercial fabrication projects, managing technical risks to deliver on time and on budget.

Job description

We are looking for a Mechanical Engineer to join our team.

Listing dates: 20/10/2026 to 17/11/2026

About the company:

Wenco Pty Ltd is a family-owned engineering firm based in Western Australia, with over 50 years' experience in structural steel fabrication and critical parts manufacture. Part of the Wenco Group, the business provides a diverse and specialised range of engineering services to Australian industry. Drawing on its machinery capabilities, the company has developed expertise across a range of specialty fields and services.

Employment Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical and structural calculations to ensure the design integrity, load capacity, and fatigue limits of fabricated components.
• Produce and review engineering models, workshop drawings, and manufacturing layouts using standard 2D and 3D CAD/CAE software.
• Evaluate client technical specifications during project onboarding to assess manufacturing feasibility and optimize production parameters.
• Provide technical oversight to the workshop floor, resolving engineering queries (TQs) and clarifying fabrication or welding requirements.
• Maintain strict adherence to engineering standards, ensuring all designs and finished products comply with relevant Australian Standards (AS/NZS) and quality frameworks.
• Review and approve manufacturing documentation, including technical work packs and weld specifications, prior to production release.
• Assess material performance and properties to support asset lifecycle planning, material selection, and accurate project estimations.
• Develop operational risk assessments, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and safety documentation for heavy machinery and lifting operations.
• Lead engineering delivery on commercial fabrication projects, managing technical risks to ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, and to budget.

Skills, experience and qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree or higher qualification.
• Relevant experience may also be required.
• Knowledge of 2D or 3D software, AutoCAD or SolidWorks
• MS Office

Benefits

• Competitive salary package
• Access to ongoing training and support
• Friendly work environment
• Ability to develop within the organisation

Sponsorship may be available to the right person.