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Matrix Composites & Engineering proudly owns Australias 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. Matrixs portfolio includes an industrial coatings division (MCT) to extend its service and product offerings with a focus on protective and anti-corrosive coatings.

Matrixs state of the artfacility in Henderson, WA, is a world-class manufacturing plant that services its clientele through offices and agents in key locations around the world.

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About the Role

We are seeking a talented Senior Mechanical Designer to join our business on a full-time basis. Reporting to our Design Manager, you will play a pivotal role in creating detailed technical drawings and documentation, with a focus on the design of buoyancy mould tooling for a variety of projects within the resources, civil, and defence sectors.

At Matrix, Solidworks is our primary design platform, and proficiency in this software is essential for success in this role. We're looking for someone with hands-on experience and confidence in using a wide range of Solidworks features. Specifically, you will have proven experience with:

• Working with configurations to manage design variations
• Using the equation editor
• Creating and managing assemblies, parts, and detailed drawings
• Performing FEA (Finite Element Analysis) on both parts and assemblies to validate designs.

This is an exciting opportunity for an engineer to thrive in a highly skilled environment, gaining exposure to cutting-edge projects in the subsea and resources industries. Join our team and be part of shaping the future of innovative engineering solutions.

Some of the duties you will be responsible for include:

• Preparation of technical documents, such as proposal drawings, operation manuals, test plans, and detailed manufacturing drawings.
• Maintaining clarity and precision in technical information and providing clear manufacturing instructions.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to deliver exceptional service and manage project expectations.
• Serve as a point of contact for technical design inquiries.
• Support the Quality team in inspecting manufactured components.
• Ensuring adherence to applicable standards in all design activities.
• Implementation of rigorous document control procedures to ensure traceability and currency of all technical documentation.
• Participation in the FMEA (Failure Modes and Effects Analysis) process.
• Conduct testing on prototypes and analyse test data.

What We Offer

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

• Paid Mental Health Days
• Flexible Work Options
• Parental Leave (Up to 20 weeks)
• Return to Work bonus following Parental Leave
• Novated Car Leasing
• Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)
• Social Events
• Exceptional Performance and Innovation Awards
• Corporate Discounted Health Insurance
• Free Secure Parking on site

Desired Skills and Experience

To play a part in our continued expansion and success, we are seeking someone who has:

• Minimum 7 years experience in Mechanical Design
• Qualifications in drafting, engineering, or mechanical trade background
• Proficient in preparing 3D models and drawings, using Solidworks
• Experience with the Resource sector

In addition, the following would be considered highly advantageous:

• Demonstrated experience in composite product design
• Knowledge of applicable drafting standards
• Ability to work autonomously and work on several projects concurrently
• High attention to detail
• Sound interpersonal and communication skills
• Well versed with the Microsoft office suite of products

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 must be physically fit to perform in the role.

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

Matrix is an equal opportunity employer, committed to attracting and retaining diversity in our workforce. We encourage applications from the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community; people with a disability; people from any gender identity and sexual orientation; and people of diverse ages, cultures, and ethnic backgrounds.

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