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Job summary

AWMA is seeking a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to independently deliver engineered designs aligned with project scope and deadlines. The role requires strong SolidWorks capability and deep mechanical engineering principles to ensure products meet quality, functionality, and manufacturability standards.

The successful candidate will support the broader Engineering and Design team, acting as a technical authority for the product, with occasional travel to head office in Cohuna, Victoria

Qualifications

• 5+ years of mechanical design experience in a product/project delivery space.
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering is required.
• Advanced SolidWorks modelling and drafting skills required.
• Strong analytical capability and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Interpret briefs and data to size and specify product configurations.
• Apply engineering principles to determine load cases, standards and failure modes.
• Produce complete drawing packages including GA, fabrication drawings and BOM.
• Review outputs and address inconsistencies or risks proactively.
• Lead or participate in engineering reviews and constructability checks.

Skills

SolidWorks proficiency

Mechanical design experience

Cross-functional collaboration

Detail oriented

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

Senior Mechanical Design Engineer – Remote

The Senior Mechanical Design Engineer works independently to deliverengineered designs in line with project scope and production deadlines.

With strong SolidWorks capability and a deep understanding of mechanical engineering first principles, this role ensures AWMA products are produced to a high standard of quality, functionality, and manufacturability.

This role supportsthe wider Engineering and Design team actingsometimesasthetechnical authorityfor the product.

This role requires occasional travel to head office,locatedin Cohuna, Victoria (approximately 3 hours north of Melbourne).

About AWMA

We are an internationally recognised company dedicated to creating solutions that support the environment. With over 25 years of experience, we specialise in the design, manufacture, and installation of water control infrastructure and water management systems. Our innovative solutions—including Water Control Gates,FloodFreeflood barriers, and Inlet and Fish Protection Screens—are helping lead the world towards a more sustainable future.

Key Responsibilities:

• Interpret project briefs and client data sheets to independently size and specify product configurations.
• Apply mechanical engineering principles todeterminegoverning load cases, relevant standards, and key failure modes.
• Identifywhen designs fall outside standard parameters and adapt solutions asrequired.
• Develop the engineering basis for designs, supporting General Arrangements (GA) and overall product configuration.
• Produce high-quality technical submittals suitable for client and third-party review.
• Respond to routine technical queries from clients, contractors, or internal stakeholders.
• Independently produce complete drawing packages, including General Arrangements, fabrication drawings, and Bills of Materials (BOM).
• Ensure designs consider tolerances, manufacturability, and interfaces with civil and structural elements.
• Review andvalidatedesign outputs,identifyinginconsistencies or risks and addressing them proactively.
• Deliver work that meets quality expectations and typically passes design and engineering checks with minimal revisions.
• Participate in engineering reviews and constructability reviews.

About you:

You will be a Mechanical Design Engineer Professional who has worked in a customised product and project delivery space for at least 5 years. You will bring:

• Extensive experience as a Mechanical Design Engineer, R&D background will be highly desirable
• Advanced SolidWorks 3d Modelling and Drafting Skills
• Strong capability in mechanical engineering first principles
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering
• High attention to detail and strong analytical capability
• Strong communicationskills and the ability to collaborate across teams

Our Recruitment Process

We keep our process practical and focused on getting to know how you think and work:

• Initial phone screening from the P&C team
• Personality and aptitude assessment
• Technical interview (Mechanical Engineering, SolidWorks, and relevant experience)
• Final on-site interview with key stakeholders
• Reference checks and Offer

Why AWMA:

We believe in innovation, open communication, inclusivity, and creating a work environment where everyone feels valued and empowered. You will be mentored and supported by people who have extensive experience in innovating and developing world class products.

You will have the opportunity to influence engineering standards across the company while being the core part in delivering sustainable solutions for our customers and the environment.