Mechanical Project Engineer

Composite Structures Australia; Gold Coast City; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Composite Structures Australia is seeking a Mechanical Project Engineer from a TAFE background to support sales and after-sales teams with mechanical engineering expertise. You'll quote, propose, troubleshoot, and engage with customers across composite structures and materials, driving growth and customer satisfaction.

This role is ideal for a recent Diploma/graduate ready to start a technical, customer-facing career, with field-based travel and strong teamwork across departments to ensure

Qualifications

• TAFE Diploma of Engineering (Mechanical) or related discipline.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings and specifications.
• Proficiency with CAD software (AutoCAD/SolidWorks/Inventor).
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Willingness to travel and work in the field.
• Valid driver’s licence required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and deliver tailored proposals, quotes, and technical submissions aligned with client requirements.
• Deliver frontline support to customers with technical guidance and troubleshooting.
• Liaise with clients, project managers, and internal teams to ensure timely delivery of information and engineering services.
• Coordinate with clients to address pre-sale and after-sales technical queries.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with customers to drive repeat business.
• Build and maintain relationships with contractors, engineers, industrial clients and regulatory consultants.
• Identify new business opportunities in the Australian market and contribute to sales strategy.
• Support clients in understanding and navigating Australian standards and local regulations.
• Assist in preparing documentation to meet compliance standards and respond to regulatory queries.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of Australian codes and industry changes affecting product compliance and approval pathways.

Skills

Technical sales aptitude

Reading engineering drawings

CAD software knowledge

Excellent communication

Willingness to travel

Education

TAFE Diploma in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Inventor

Job description

We are seeking a motivated candidate from TAFE with a Diploma in Mechanical Engineering or higher to join our team as a Mechanical Project Engineer. This internal role is pivotal to supporting both our sales and after-sales teams, providing mechanical engineering expertise to drive project sales, ensure customer satisfaction and business growth. You will be the go-to resource for internal staff and customers, playing a key role in quoting, proposals, troubleshooting, and customer engagement across all aspects of mechanical engineering, particularly composite structures and materials. This is a great opportunity for a recent TAFE Diploma of Engineering (Mechanical) graduate, or a graduate of a related mechanical/Industrial discipline, looking to start their career in a technical, customer-facing role.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare and deliver tailored proposals, quotes, and technical submissions aligned with client requirements.
• Deliver frontline support to customers, including technical guidance, product selection assistance, and troubleshooting.
• Liaise with clients, project managers, and internal teams to ensure accurate and timely delivery of information and engineering services.
• Coordinate with clients to address pre-sale and after-sales technical queries.
• Build and maintain strong, trust-based relationships with customers to drive repeat business and long-term partnerships.
• Build and maintain relationships with contractors, engineers, industrial clients and regulatory consultants.
• Identify new business opportunities in the Australian market and contribute to sales strategy development.
• Support clients in understanding and navigating Australian standard compliance, and relevant local industrial regulations.
• Assist in preparing necessary documentation to meet compliance standards and respond to regulatory queries.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of Australian codes, and industry changes affecting product compliance and approval pathways.

About you

• A TAFE Diploma of Engineering (Mechanical), or a related mechanical/materials discipline (completed or nearing completion).
• Suitable aptitude for technical sales dealing with different clientele.
• A foundational technical understanding, including the ability to read and interpret mechanical/engineering drawings, structural plans, and specifications is preferred.
• Knowledge of CAD software (e.g. AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Inventor, or similar) for interpreting and preparing technical drawings.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to translate technical concepts for diverse audiences.
• Willingness to build strong client relationships and provide solutions-oriented support.
• Enthusiasm for new business generation and growing client relationships, with support and mentoring provided.
• Valid driver's licence for field-based work.
• Willingness to travel for work.
• Team-oriented, working across departments to ensure service excellence, compliance with safety standards, and on-time project delivery.

About us

Composite Structures Australia is located in Stapylton, Queensland.