Mechanical Design Engineer
- Secure a pivotal technical design position focused on delivering innovative mechanical solutions.
- Own the end-to-end design, validation, and delivery of specialised mechanical systems.
- Collaborate with sales teams and clients to gather design requirements and generate specifications.
- 4 - Month Contract (With Opportunity of Extension)
- Competitive Salary Package
Mechanical Design Engineer
Advance your engineering career with a premier global scientific leader. Secure a pivotal technical design position focused on delivering innovative mechanical solutions for specialised mining and industrial applications.
The Opportunity
Davies Stewart is partnering with a key client, a global organisation of 50,000 minds dedicated to enabling customers to make the world healthier, cleaner, and safer. Operating within the Chemical Analysis Division's Minerals product portfolio from Adelaide, South Australia, the engineering team designs and delivers advanced analyser systems, samplers, and associated heavy-duty equipment.
This customer-facing role combines hands-on mechanical design expertise with full lifecycle project execution. Working seamlessly across commercial bidding phases, sales collaborations, and operations, you will directly influence technical compliance and project success in a dynamic, high-performance environment.
Key Benefits
- Contract Duration: Secure an initial 4-month contract position with a view to extension based on project pipelines.
- Global Leadership: Join a respected, growing organisation with exceptional near-term and future strategies.
- Niche Technical Projects: Tackle complex, challenging engineering projects within a specialised mining and industrial sector.
- Flexible Environment: Enjoy a flexible work environment supported by professional development opportunities.
- Competitive Package: Receive a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package within a collaborative team culture.
The Role
Reporting to the Engineering Manager within the Analytical Instruments Group, you will own the end-to-end design, validation, and delivery of specialised mechanical systems.
- Collaborate with sales teams and clients to gather design requirements, review sales proposals for technical feasibility, and generate specifications, drawings, and data sheets.
- Prepare project-specific engineering documentation, including bills of materials (BOMs), detailed drawings, part specifications, and engineering change notices.
- Conduct engineering calculations—covering structural, fluid flow, and pressure analysis—alongside FEA and CFD simulations to optimise designs for harsh environments.
- Actively participate in Practical Process Improvement (PPI) projects, kaizen events, and Root-Cause Counter-Measure (RCCM) 5-whys problem-solving initiatives.
- Adhere strictly to OHS policies and embrace the SQDC (Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost) culture across daily operations.
About You
You are an experienced, driven mechanical engineer who pairs rigorous analytical capability with strong communication skills and a passion for industrial design.
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Mechatronic Engineering or an equivalent qualification.
- A minimum of 7 years of professional work experience in a related mechanical design engineering role.
- Advanced proficiency in SolidWorks or equivalent 3D CAD platforms, alongside capability in performing FEA (stress, vibration) and CFD (flow path, erosion) simulations.
- Demonstrated understanding of manufacturing processes, DFM principles, and relevant AS/ISO standards (including ISO 9001).
- Comfortable communicating directly with mining clients, understanding complex needs, and presenting tailored technical solutions.
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