Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

Duties & Responsibilities

• Lead the mechanical design of conveyor systems, structures and associated materials handling equipment
• Perform design calculations including belt, drive, pulley, idler and structural sizing
• Produce and review 3D models, detailed fabrication drawings and GA drawings
• Ensure designs comply with relevant standards, client specifications and safety requirements
• Conduct design reviews and provide technical direction to the drawing office
• Liaise with clients, project managers, manufacturing and site teams throughout project delivery
• Support fabrication, quality and installation queries and resolve technical issues
• Mentor and develop junior design engineers and draughtsmen
• Contribute to product standardisation, cost optimisation and continuous improvement

• BEng / BSc Mechanical Engineering
• 8+ years' mechanical design experience, with substantial exposure to conveyors or bulk materials handling
• Proven track record designing conveyor systems, transfer chutes and supporting structures
• Strong command of relevant design codes and standards
• Advanced 3D CAD proficiency (Solid Works, Inventor or similar); FEA exposure advantageous
• Experience with conveyor design software (e.g. Helix, Sidewinder) beneficial
• Professional registration (Pr Eng / Pr Tech Eng) or working towards it advantageous
• Strong leadership, communication and client-facing skills