Product Development Engineer

Aliaxis; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Onsite parking

Social club

Uniform provided

Flexible working hours

Annual bonus

Employee recognition program

Parental leave

Job summary

Aliaxis, including Philmac, is seeking an experienced Product Development Engineer in Adelaide to drive mechanical product development from concept to launch. You will collaborate with Manufacturing, Quality, Marketing and Sales across local and international teams to deliver robust, manufacturable designs.

You will apply plastics knowledge and injection moulding expertise to optimise performance and quality while contributing to ISO 9001, ISO 17025 and ISO 14001 compliant processes.

Qualifications

• Tertiary degree in mechanical or production engineering.
• Hands-on product development and mechanical design experience.
• Experience with plastics, injection moulding, or brass components.
• Proficiency with 3D CAD software (Creo).
• Strong problem-solving and cross-functional communication.

Responsibilities

• 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 Creo.
• Apply knowledge of plastics, polymers and injection moulding to create robust designs.
• Conduct and support product testing and validation using test facilities.
• Identify, troubleshoot and resolve design-related operational issues.
• Support tooling and moulding activities with manufacturing teams.
• Provide technical expertise to Marketing, Sales, Quality and Production.

Skills

Design & development

Problem solving

Manufacturing liaison

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor or equivalent in Mechanical/Production Engineering

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.