Mechanical Engineering Grad: Rotations, Mentoring & Impact

Uec; Cohuna; Remote; AUD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

AWMA is seeking a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to lead engineered solutions from concept to production. The role emphasises SolidWorks capability and application of mechanical engineering first principles to deliver high-quality, manufacturable designs for water control infrastructure.

You will work across a customised product and project delivery environment, with occasional travel to our head office in Cohuna, Victoria (about 3 hours from Melbourne). Remote work is supported.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
• 5+ years in mechanical design in customised product delivery.
• Strong SolidWorks modelling and drafting skills.
• Solid grounding in mechanical engineering first principles.

Responsibilities

• Interpret briefs to size and specify product configurations.
• Apply engineering principles to determine load cases, standards and failure modes.
• Identify when designs deviate from parameters and adapt solutions.
• Develop the engineering basis for designs and product configurations.
• Produce high-quality submittals for client and third-party review.
• Respond to technical queries from clients and stakeholders.
• Independently produce GA drawings, fabrication drawings and BOMs.
• Ensure tolerances, manufacturability and interfaces with civil/structural elements.
• Review outputs, address inconsistencies or risks proactively.
• Participate in engineering and constructability reviews.

Skills

SolidWorks

Mechanical design

First principles

R&D

3D modelling

Drafting

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

Senior Mechanical Design Engineer – Remote

Posted 1 day ago

Job Description

The Senior Mechanical Design Engineer works independently to deliverengineered designs in line with project scope and production deadlines.

With strong SolidWorks capability and a deep understanding of mechanical engineering first principles, this role ensures AWMA products are produced to a high standard of quality, functionality, and manufacturability.

This role supportsthe wider Engineering and Design team actingsometimesasthetechnical authorityfor the product.

This role requires occasional travel to head office,locatedin Cohuna, Victoria (approximately 3 hours north of Melbourne).

About AWMA

We are an internationally recognised company dedicated to creating solutions that support the environment. With over 25 years of experience, we specialise in the design, manufacture, and installation of water control infrastructure and water management systems. Our innovative solutions—including Water Control Gates,FloodFreeflood barriers, and Inlet and Fish Protection Screens—are helping lead the world towards a more sustainable future.

Key Responsibilities:

• Interpret project briefs and client data sheets to independently size and specify product configurations.
• Apply mechanical engineering principles todeterminegoverning load cases, relevant standards, and key failure modes.
• Identifywhen designs fall outside standard parameters and adapt solutions asrequired.
• Develop the engineering basis for designs, supporting General Arrangements (GA) and overall product configuration.
• Produce high-quality technical submittals suitable for client and third-party review.
• Respond to routine technical queries from clients, contractors, or internal stakeholders.
• Independently produce complete drawing packages, including General Arrangements, fabrication drawings, and Bills of Materials (BOM).
• Ensure designs consider tolerances, manufacturability, and interfaces with civil and structural elements.
• Review andvalidatedesign outputs,identifyinginconsistencies or risks and addressing them proactively.
• Deliver work that meets quality expectations and typically passes design and engineering checks with minimal revisions.
• Participate in engineering reviews and constructability reviews.

About you:

You will be a Mechanical Design Engineer Professional who has worked in a customised product and project delivery space for at least 5 years. You will bring:

• Extensive experience as a Mechanical Design Engineer, R&D background will be highly desirable
• Advanced SolidWorks 3d Modelling and Drafting Skills
• Strong capability in mechanical engineering first principles
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering
• High attention to detail and strong analytical capability
• Strong communicationskills and the ability to collaborate across teams

Our Recruitment Process

We keep our process practical and focused on getting to know how you think and work:

• Initial phone screening from the P&C team
• Personality and aptitude assessment
• Technical interview (Mechanical Engineering, SolidWorks, and relevant experience)
• Final on-site interview with key stakeholders
• Reference checks and Offer

Why AWMA:

We believe in innovation, open communication, inclusivity, and creating a work environment where everyone feels valued and empowered. You will be mentored and supported by people who have extensive experience in innovating and developing world class products.

You will have the opportunity to influence engineering standards across the company while being the core part in delivering sustainable solutions for our customers and the environment.