Project Design Engineer

OpenX Doors; Armidale; Hybrid; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Commission structure

Career progression

Professional development

Travel opportunities

Job summary

Openx Doors in Australia is seeking an experienced Design Manager to oversee large, high-compliance projects through engineering with drafting support. You will manage multiple projects across sites in a dynamic, aviation-focused manufacturing environment.

The role emphasizes client liaison, certification, manufacturing documentation, and site installation procedures. Willingness to travel, strong leadership, and proficiency with SolidWorks/AutoCAD and MS Project are highly valued.

Qualifications

• Formal degree in a relevant field.
• Minimum 5+ years in construction/engineering.
• Strong drafting and detailing capability with 2D/3D tools.
• Ability to interpret Australian Standards and specs.

Responsibilities

• Design Management: oversee large high-compliance projects through engineering with drafting support.
• Design Drafting: produce 2D/3D concept and detailed drawings for projects and certification.
• Project Management: track progress, budgets, and lead times across engineering.
• Manufacturing Documentation: create BOMs and MTOs with drafting team.
• Engineering Liaison & Certification: coordinate mechanical/structural certification with subcontractors.
• Installation Documentation: create site-specific installation drawings/procedures.
• Project Documentation: produce operation/maintenance manuals and as-built records.
• Customer Liaison: communicate designs with clients and provide guidance pre-construction.
• Quality Control: verify manufacturing outputs against design specs.

Skills

5+ years experience

2D drafting

Steel detailing

Drafting automation

Project management

Leadership

Australian Standards

Mechanical principles

English communication

Client liaison

Autonomous work

Multi-project management

WHS compliance

Education

Degree in relevant field

Tools

Solidworks

AutoCAD

MS Project

Smartsheet

Aconex

Procore

Job description

Work hours: Flexible – Office Open 6.00am - 6.00pm

Comments: Remote work agreements available. Minimum of 2-3 days per month on site.

RELATIONSHIPS

Reports to title:Engineering Manager

Internal Customers:

Operations Team

Construction Team

External Customers:

The Customer

Consultants

Associations, Authorities & Regulatory Bodies

OVERVIEW

About Openx Doors:

Openx Doors are pioneering the future of large door systems for Aviation, Defense, Mining, and Industrial applications. With in-house design, engineering, manufacturing, and installation capacity, we have set new standards in the sector. We have not only expanded our footprint nationally but have also ingrained sustainability and customer service into our core operations.

Recognized for our progressive designs, technology, and contribution to sustainable practices, we stand as a leader in innovation and excellence. By joining this team, you will be part of a company that values daring ideas, collaborative efforts, and the continuous pursuit of excellence, all while making a tangible impact on businesses and communities that we touch.

About the Role:

The role involves taking responsibility for managing projects through he design and engineering phase working with engineers, draftsmen and the construction team. The role will include running multiple projects at one time.

What Openx can do for you:

An attractive compensation package, including a competitive salary and commission structure.

Opportunities for career progression in a rapidly growing company.

A dynamic work environment where innovation and creativity are promoted.

A commitment to employee development through continuous education, training, and certifications.

Participation in projects with teams across Australia, expanding your professional network and exposure.

Core Responsibilities

Design Management: Manage large and high compliance projects through engineering department with the assistance of the drafting team

Design Drafting: Produce 2D and 3D concept and detailed design drawings for ETO projects and engineering certification

Project Management: Track and record the progress of projects as they move through the engineering department ensuring budgets and lead times are met

Manufacturing Documentation: Manage the creation of project BOMs (Bill of Materials), and MTOs (Material Take-Offs) with the assistance of the drafting team

Engineering Liaison & Certification: Manage and coordinate the Mechanical and Structural certification of new designs; through the use of external subcontractors

Installation Documentation: Creation of site specific installation drawings and procedures

Project Specific Documentation: Creation of operation and maintenance manuals, design briefs, as built records and other project specific documents as required

Customer Liaison: Communicate designs and liaise with clients, providing design advice, feedback and guidance during the pre-construction phase.

Quality Control Checks: Verify the accuracy of manufacturing outputs against design specifications including models, drawings and BOM’s

Information Handover: Lead the handover of information from engineering to the procurement and production departments

Other Occasional Responsibilities

Safety and Risk Management: Lead Safety analysis, risk assessments and DFMEA creation for new and existing designs

Product Improvement Initiatives: Lead the review of in-service and concept product performance and undertake design enhancements.

Site Assessment Support: Occasionally visiting site to lead site surveys, fault finding and preliminary design of site/project specific components.

Mentor and Training: Provide advice, mentoring and assist with the training of new engineering and draftsman

Prototype Development Support: Coordinate the development, testing, and refinement of prototypes for new designs.

Supplier & Fabricator Liaison: Provide technical explanation and assistance to fabricators and external suppliers

Undertake other duties as reasonably directed by management, within the scope of the role.

EDUCATION AND SKILLS

Formal Education: Degree in a relevant field is ideal.

Job specific skills, experience, knowledge & abilities:

5+ years working in the construction and engineering industry.

High proficiency in 2D drafting, steel detailing, and drafting automation.

Strong project management, decision-making, time-management and leadership skills.

Ability to interpret and apply Australian Standards and technical specifications.

High level understanding of fundamental mechanical and structural engineering principles.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills (English as primary language).

Ability to build and maintain relationships with clients, associations, authorities, influencers, and consultants.

Ability to contribute to and work as part of a small and dynamic team.

Ability to manage multiple projects in different geographical locations at once.

Metrics-driven operations mind with eye for creativity.

Drive and determination to deliver agreed budgets.

No compromise approach to WHS and Quality Control.

Interest and passion for construction, manufacturing, and aviation industries.

Ability to work autonomously.

Preferred

Willingness and ability to travel.

Experience with Tier 1 construction document control systems and processes

Experience with Defence HOTO documentation.

Software knowledge:

Solidworks or similar 3D CAD Software

AutoCAD or similar 2D CAD Software

Experience with project/work scheduling software – MS Project, Smartsheet etc.

Experience with project management software – Aconex, Procore etc.