About the Opportunity
Aussie Fluid Power is looking for a passionate Lead Mechanical Engineer to join our multi-discipline engineering team based in North Coogee.
As our Lead Mechanical Engineer, you’ll have the opportunity to shape the future of our engineering projects while driving growth and innovation.
Reporting to the Engineering Manager, your responsibilities will include:
- Design hydraulic / process packages including skids, lifting frames, reservoirs, walkways, instrumentation panels, tubing / piping and various components bracketry.
- Technically support the team to deliver projects on time, on spec and within budget.
- Work as part of the engineering leadership team to guide and assist engineers with performing calculations, mechanical design and producing fabrication and mechanical drawings.
- Provide expertise and assistance to investigate and resolve technical and commercial matters.
- Vendor and sub-contractor identification, selection and management, as required.
- Provide workshop instructions, documentation and assist workshop team during assembly and testing stages.
Why Aussie Fluid Power
- Competitive salary.
- 8 weeks paid parental leave & 1 week secondary carer leave.
- Working within a close-knit and collaborative team.
- Your Birthday off!
- Access to AFP’s Optus Stadium Bankwest Club tickets.
- Hybrid working arrangement available.
- Support of the Technical Services Group for upskilling and knowledge development.
- Access to our benefits program including novated lease, staff discounts and salary packaging.
- Opportunities for career growth and development across our network of companies.
- An inclusive culture and access to our Women’s Lead Network.
- A robust focus on work, health and safety through our "Home Safely Every day" program.
About You
- Relevant qualifications and a minimum of five years’ experience in mechanical engineering.
- Experience in designing and manufacturing Fluid/Gas Process Packages as well as offshore oil & gas knowledge and the ability to manage a small design team is advantageous.
- Proficiency in AutoCAD LT and Autodesk Inventor (or SolidWorks).
- Knowledge of relevant industry standards, safety regulations, and certifications to ensure compliance.
- Understand engineering design and risk analysis steps/meetings.
- Proficient in producing fabrication drawings and specifications for sub-contractors.
- Knowledge of various manufacturing and fabrication practices (e.g. welding, NDT, machining, painting, passivation).
- Proficiency in performing stress analysis on mechanical structures, tanks, pipework or pressure vessels
About Us
Aussie Fluid Power (AFP) is the leading hydraulic and process equipment specialist in Western Australia, headquartered in North Coogee.
We work with some of the biggest companies across the biggest projects in Australia.
Having established ourselves in the oil and gas and mining sectors, we have grown across a number of industries including renewables, marine and general industry.
Our team consists of a wide range of experienced professionals, many of which have been with the business for many years, a testament to our people and culture.
To learn more about Aussie Fluid Power, check out our website at www.aussiefluidpower.com.au.
Aussie Fluid Power is part of Questas Group. With 35 sites and 850+ staff across Australia, we are committed to offering a safe, diverse and fulfilling work environment and offer career opportunities for individuals who share our drive.
AFP has core values which we expect from all our people including being United, Caring, Innovative, Knowledgeable and Genuine. If this sounds like the role for you then we would love to hear from you!
For enquiries, please contact us via recruitment@questas.com.au.