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Senior Mechanical Engineer

QLD Other Permanent / Full Time

Dallas is a recruitment and business leader who works with business leaders to provide tailored recruitment and workforce solutions that deliver real results.A natural problem solver, Dallas believes that every recruitment assignment brings with it the opportunities. Whether it’s through growth or attrition, there are always positives! Recruiting new staff allows businesses to gain insight from the market, communicate positive messages, and bring in new staff who bring their own unique perspective, skills and expertise.With a career spanning over 15 years Dallas has successfully lead multi-national businesses through challenges such as diversification into new industries and geographies while tackling local and international skills shortages he truly understands the services provided and the benefits they are able to provide, when done right.

Recruiter :
Dallas Wallace

Dallas Wallace
  • Genuine path to leadership within an established, growth-oriented company
  • Work-life balance in Bundaberg with a relaxed, affordable lifestyle
  • Lead innovative projects in mobile equipment design and FEA analysis
Are you a Senior Mechanical Engineer looking for more than just another engineering role? Ready for a career-focused position that offers genuine opportunities to step into leadership? Join a highly regarded and established company in Queensland’s Fraser Coast where your expertise will be valued, and your growth encouraged. This is your chance to shape the future of engineering in a leadership-track role while enjoying the lifestyle benefits only Bundaberg can offer.
 
Why This Role?
  • Path to Leadership: This is an ideal role for senior engineers ready to take on greater responsibility. With a clear pathway to leadership, you’ll be empowered to influence decisions, mentor others, and play a key role in the development of innovative products.
  • Career-Focused: Gain exposure to complex projects, hone your strategic thinking, and work within a forward-thinking engineering team that supports professional growth and development.
  • Lifestyle Benefits: Escape the pressures of city life without compromising your career. Bundaberg offers a family-friendly community, beautiful beaches, and an affordable lifestyle—perfect for focusing on what really matters both personally and professionally.
About the Role:
As a Senior Mechanical Engineer, you’ll be a central part of the National Engineering Team, responsible for high-level design, calculation, innovation, and problem-solving. This role demands a proactive and strategic mindset, with the opportunity to directly impact product development, operations, and customer satisfaction. You’ll work on the complete project lifecycle, from conception and design to final production, in a setting that encourages leadership and innovation.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Lead design and drafting for new and modified mobile equipment, developing production drawings and detailed designs.
  • Perform Finite Element Analysis (FEA) on new and existing products to ensure design integrity.
  • Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including Sales and Operations, to improve processes.
  • Manage CAD software (Autodesk Inventor, Vault) and develop engineering standards.
  • Bring a working understanding of hydraulic and electrical control systems to designs.
  • Drive compliance and quality across engineering deliverables to ensure regulatory and safety standards are met.
Ideal Candidate Profile:
  • Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, recognised by Engineers Australia.
  • Extensive experience in mechanical design and drafting, ideally with leadership aspirations.
  • Proficiency in 3D CAD modelling (Autodesk Inventor) and knowledge of hydraulic/electrical control systems.
  • Strong organisational skills, strategic thinking, and readiness to step into a leadership role.
Why Relocate to Bundaberg? Say goodbye to the stress and cost of big-city living. Bundaberg combines career progression with a balanced, community-oriented lifestyle. Enjoy rewarding work close to pristine beaches and a vibrant local culture—ideal for those ready to focus on leadership and career growth while experiencing a more relaxed pace of life.

Take the Next Step in Your Career This is more than a job—it’s a career-defining opportunity for a Senior Mechanical Engineer who’s serious about leadership. If you’re ready to advance into a strategic role with high impact, we’d love to discuss this exciting next step with you.


How to Apply:
Please submit your resume and a cover letter detailing your qualifications and leadership aspirations.

This position is open to Australian citizens, permanent residents, and those with valid working rights in Australia.

Referral reward:

Engineering > Engineering Mechanical

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