Mechanical Engineer-Product Design

Mechanical Engineer-Product Design

Waterco | Sydney, New South Wales, AU

Posted 16 days ago

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Description

We are looking for a Mechanical Engineer to join our engineering team at our Rydalmere head office. You will take products from concept through design, prototyping, testing and release, and support existing products when issues arise in the field or in production. This is a practical, hands-on role where you will see your work go into products used by customers around the world.


Key responsibilities


Design new products and improve existing ones, from concept to production release


Develop 3D models, detailed drawings and engineering documentation


Build and evaluate prototypes and work with suppliers on parts and materials


Apply design for manufacture, cost and reliability principles


Plan and carry out product testing, including performance, durability and pressure testing


Record, analyse and report test results with clear recommendations


Support product compliance and certification against relevant Australian and international standards


Investigate product failures, warranty returns and quality issues and identify root causes


Recommend and implement corrective actions and design changes


Provide technical support to sales, customer service, quality and manufacturing teams, including our overseas manufacturing site


About you


Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline


Around 5+ years' experience in product design, R&D or engineering


Strong 3D CAD skills (SolidWorks, Inventor or similar) and sound drafting knowledge (GD&T)


Hands-on approach to building, testing and problem solving


Experience with plastic or metal component design, pumps, valves, fluid systems or hydraulics will be highly regarded


Clear communication and documentation skills, and comfort working across teams


Full working rights in Australia


Salary of $100,000 – $120,000 plus superannuation, depending on experience


Variety across new product development, testing and problem solving


Exposure to the full product life cycle and international manufacturing operations


Stable, established ASX-listed business with a long Australian history


On-site parking at Rydalmere head office


About us


Established in 1981 and listed on the ASX, Waterco designs, manufactures and distributes a wide range of swimming pool, spa and water treatment products sold in more than 40 countries. Our group includes the Waterco and Davey brands and the Swimart retail network. With continued investment in product innovation and our own manufacturing operations, our engineering team plays a central role in what we bring to market next.


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