Product Development Engineer

Philmac Pty Ltd; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Onsite parking

Flexible hours

Annual bonus

Employee recognition programs

Parental leave benefits

Mentoring programs

Job summary

Philmac Pty Ltd in Australia is seeking an experienced Product Development Engineer to join our Product & Innovation team in North Plympton. You will drive end-to-end product development from concept through design, testing and launch, while improving existing products for performance, quality and manufacturability.

You will collaborate with Manufacturing, Quality, Marketing and Sales locally and internationally, acting as a technical advisor and problem-solver across the business.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in Mechanical or Production Engineering.
• Hands-on product development and mechanical design experience.
• Experience with plastics, polymers and injection moulding.
• Experience designing plastic/building products and brass components is advantageous.
• Strong knowledge of injection moulding processes.
• Experience in plumbing, irrigation or construction products is a plus.
• Proficiency with Creo or similar CAD software.
• Ability to analyse problems and deliver practical solutions.
• Excellent communication with multiple stakeholders.
• Australian Citizenship or Permanent Residency (no sponsorship).

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of mechanical products from concept to release.
• Take ownership of innovation projects and manage design activities.
• Develop detailed 3D designs and prototypes (Creo preferred).
• Apply knowledge of plastics, polymers and injection moulding to create robust, manufacturable designs.
• Conduct and support product testing and validation.
• Identify, troubleshoot and resolve design-related operational issues.
• Support tooling and moulding activities with manufacturing teams.
• Provide technical expertise and guidance to Marketing, Sales, Quality and Production.
• Ensure products and processes align with ISO 9001, 17025 and 14001 standards.

Skills

Mechanical engineering

Production engineering

Product development

3D CAD (Creo)

Injection moulding

Plastics & polymers

Cross-functional collaboration

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Production Engineering discipline

Tools

Creo

Job description

Aliaxis exists to bring solutions to the world’s water challenges and accelerate the transition to clean energy. We are a global leader in high-quality piping and fitting solutions supporting building, infrastructure, industrial and agricultural applications across the world. With over 15,000 employees, operations in more than 40 countries and 80 manufacturing sites, we are united by our commitment to sustainable, innovative solutions.

Philmac has been operating for more than 90 years, earning a global reputation as the leading innovator in the connection and control of water and energy. Our success is driven by deep engineering expertise and ongoing investment in advanced technology including automated manufacturing cells and autonomous mobile robots.

We are looking for passionate people who want to be part of this journey and who live our values:

• We Dare to challenge the status quo, to innovate and to learn fast


• We Care for the environment, our customers and each other


• We Deliver by taking accountability for our decisions and actions

About the role

We have a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Product Development Engineer to join our creative and supportive Product & Innovation team in North Plympton, contributing directly at the core of Philmac’s end to end product development pipeline.

This role is ideal for a Mechanical or Production Engineer whose concept of design and innovation sits at their core, and who is ready to step into an established portfolio and hit the ground running.

You will drive product development from early‑stage concept through to design, testing and launch, while also improving existing products to meet performance, quality and manufacturability requirements. Working closely with Manufacturing, Quality, Marketing and Sales, locally and internationally, you will act as a technical advisory and problem‑solver across the business

What you will do

• Lead the design and development of mechanical products from concept through to commercial release


• Take ownership of innovation projects, managing design activities and delivering outcomes


• Develop detailed 3D designs and prototypes using engineering software (Creo preferred)


• Apply deep knowledge of plastics, polymers and injection moulding to create robust, manufacturable designs


• Conduct and support product testing and validation using test facilities


• Identify, troubleshoot and resolve design‑related operational issues


• Support tooling and moulding activities in collaboration with manufacturing teams


• Provide technical expertise and guidance to stakeholders across Marketing, Sales, Quality and Production


• Ensure products and processes align with ISO 9001, ISO 17025 and ISO 14001 standards

About you

You are a driven, technically capable engineer who enjoys turning ideas into tangible, high‑performing products. You are comfortable taking initiative, working autonomously and working collaboratively in a team environment.

You will bring:

• A tertiary qualification in Mechanical Engineering, Production Engineering or a related discipline


• A strong Mechanical or Production Engineering background


• Demonstrated experience in hands‑on product development and mechanical product design


• Practical experience designing plastic, building products and brass components (advantageous)


• Strong understanding of plastics materials, polymers and injection moulding processes (highly regarded)


• Experience with plumbing, irrigation, building or construction products (highly regarded)


• Proficiency with 3D CAD software, ideally Creo


• A proven ability to analayse problems, think creatively and deliver practical solutions


• Excellent communication skills and confidence working with multiple stakeholders


• A proactive mindset with the drive to innovate, challenge ideas and continuously improve


• Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident as no sponsorship will be provided.

Why join us? We care...

• Onsite parking, social club, uniform provided and flexible working hours to support work‑life balance


• Annual bonus and Employee Recognition Programs and Service Awards


• Work for a business genuinely committed to sustainability and environmental responsibility


• Industry‑leading paid parental leave – 26 weeks paid primary carer leave and 4 weeks paid secondary carer leave


• Annual performance‑based bonus for eligible employees


• Employee Assistance Program for you and your immediate family


• Strong career development opportunities locally and globally


• Access to mentoring programs to support your growth


• A genuine commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion


• A safe work environment with a strong focus on Go for Zero

For more information on this role, contact Carla Treuer on 0497 323 252.

Aliaxis is proud to be an equal opportunity employer who welcomes candidates and employees from all backgrounds. We are committed to building and investing in a culture of belonging, where all our employees feel empowered, can be their true selves and are able to bring their best ideas forward and contribute to the company’s “Growth with Purpose” strategy.

For us, equity and belonging starts at the application step: whether it's offering flexibility in scheduling interviews, or ensuring a supportive and inclusive environment, we strive to remove barriers and create equal opportunities for all applicants. Should you have specific needs, please do not hesitate to let us know and we will do our best to accommodate.

Just a heads up – we are currently not accepting CVs from recruitment agencies. Thanks for your understanding and cooperation!