Mechanical Project Engineer - Client Proposals & Tech

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

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