Tooling and Fabricated Products Lead

Matrix Composites & Engineering proudly owns Australia’s largest composite manufacturing facility in Henderson, WA, where we specialise in the design, engineering, and manufacture of composite and advanced material technology solutions to industries including Oil & Gas, Mining & Defence. Matrix’s portfolio includes an industrial coatings division (MCT) to extend its service and product offerings with a focus on protective and anti-corrosive coatings.

Matrix’s state of the art facility in Henderson, WA, is a world-class manufacturing plant that services its clientele through offices and agents in key locations around the world.

About the Role

We are seeking a Tooling and Fabricated Products Lead to join our team based in Henderson.

In this role, you will provide specialist engineering support across tooling design, fabricated products, and mechanical handling equipment that support complex project and production environments.

This is a senior, hands‑on engineering role with end‑to‑end accountability for the tooling lifecycle, from design and commissioning through to maintenance and eventual decommissioning. You will work closely with internal stakeholders, external fabricators, and supply chain partners to ensure tooling and fabricated solutions are safe, compliant, fit‑for‑purpose, and delivered efficiently.

Key responsibilities for the role include:

• Manage the full life cycle of buoyancy tooling, from design and commissioning through to maintenance and decommissioning
• Lead the selection, implementation, and optimisation of mechanical handling equipment to ensure safe and efficient operations in project operations
• Manage external fabrication processes and collaborate with third party providers to ensure quality machining and tooling desig
• Assist with the assessment and selection of suitable design and manufacturing approaches
• Provide technical assistance to the procurement process, including vendor selection, negotiation, and contract management, to ensure timely and cost‑effective acquisition of project resources
• Work closely with the supply chain team to optimise logistics and streamline the flow of materials
• Drive process and tooling design for the production plant in line with engineering standards, regulatory, HSE, and risk management requirements
• Identify safety and quality risks and work with stakeholders to eliminate or effectively control risks
• Serve as backup support for offshore installation. This may involve travel to offshore locations as needed to oversee and troubleshoot installation processes

About You

To play a part in our continued expansion and success, we are seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineer with a strong background in tooling, fabrication, and manufacturing environments. You’ll bring a practical, solutions‑focused mindset and are comfortable working across design, suppliers, and operations to deliver high‑quality outcomes.

You will have:

• At least 8 years’ experience in the design, development, and verification of mechanical components and sub‑assemblies within a manufacturing environment
• Experience using solid modelling program such as Solid Works or Inventor
• The ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively across cross‑functional teams
• Well‑developed written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage positively with internal and external stakeholders
• Excellent interpersonal, time management, organisational, and problem‑solving skills
• A proactive approach to safety, quality, and continuous improvement

Experience with AutoCAD will be highly regarded.

What We Offer

Aside from offering competitive remuneration and a great work/life balance, Matrix’s provides the following employee benefits:

• Staff Incentive Plan
• Paid Mental Health Days
• Flexible Work Options
• Paid Parental Leave scheme
• Novated Car Leasing
• Recognition of Service
• Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)
• Social Events
• Exceptional Performance and Innovation Awards
• Corporate Discounted Health Insurance
• Free Secure Parking

Please visit our website  to learn more about the company.

Shortlisting for this role will commence immediately and we reserve the right to close the advertisement early.

All new employees are subject to a Pre‑Employment Medical and National Police Clearance Check.

This position is available only to permanent Australian residents, or applicants who hold the relevant Visa with authority to work in Australia.

Matrix is an equal opportunities employer, and we support diversity in our workforce. Applicants from a broad sector of the community, and with different cultural backgrounds, are always encouraged to apply.