Breezway is an Australian company that manufactures and markets award-winning Louvre Window products all around the world.
About our Opportunity
An exciting opportunity has become available to join the Breezway R&D team at our Brisbane manufacturing facility. Reporting to the R&D Manager, this role will play a key part in the development of innovative products from concept through to testing, validation and production, working closely with our in-house Industrial Designer to evaluate design concepts and develop practical engineering solutions.
This is an ideal opportunity for a Mechanical Engineering Technician with minimum year of industry experience. We're looking for someone who enjoys solving technical challenges, is hands-on in their approach and wants to see their ideas evolve into finished products.
You will be involved in front-end concept engineering, prototype development, testing, compliance validation and production implementation. You'll help bring new products to life while supporting continuous improvement across our manufacturing operations.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the development of new products from concept through to commercialisation.
- Create, assemble and evaluate prototypes to validate design performance.
- Conduct testing, experiments and product evaluations to ensure compliance with relevant Australian Standards and performance requirements.
- Prepare technical documentation, reports, specifications and testing records.
- Collaborate with suppliers and manufacturers to validate component and product designs, including motors, electronics and other assemblies.
- Oversee product development activities through design, validation, testing and final implementation.
- Support compliance testing of window frames, assemblies and related products.
- Identify opportunities for product enhancement, cost reduction and process improvement.
- Assist with the development of quality specifications for components and assemblies.
- Contribute ideas for continuous improvement initiatives across production and manufacturing processes.
- Support the implementation of new production processes and manufacturing improvements.
About You
You will have recently completed or at a minimum be working towards a Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Product Design Engineering or a related discipline, or a minimum three years of relevant industry experience.
We are looking for someone who:
- Has a passion for product development, problem-solving and innovation.
- Enjoys taking ownership of projects and seeing them through from concept to completion.
- Has a hands-on approach and enjoys working within a manufacturing environment.
- Is interested in both front-end engineering design and back-end validation, testing and implementation.
- Possesses CAD experience, preferably using SolidWorks.
- Has strong technical documentation, reporting and communication skills.
- Demonstrates strong attention to detail and a commitment to quality and compliance.
- Is eager to learn and develop under the guidance of an experienced R&D team.
- Has exposure to manufacturing environments involving windows, plastics, electronics, glass products or similar industries (highly regarded but not essential).
- Brings creativity and curiosity, with a genuine interest in developing new ideas and engineering solutions.
What's On Offer
- Permanent full-time role, Monday to Friday, with flexible start and finish times.
- Opportunity to work on innovative products from concept through to production.
- Mentorship and coaching from an experienced R&D and product development team.
- Exposure to all stages of the product development lifecycle.
- Additional paid birthday leave.
- Flare benefits program, including salary packaging and employee discounts.
- Employee Referral Program.
- Ongoing training, development and career progression opportunities.
- Employee Assistance Program access.
We value diversity in the workplace and promote safety above all else.
Pre-employment checks will be required as part of the final selection process and eligible applicants must have legal rights to work in Australia.
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Mechanical Engineering Technician in Brisbane employer: Breezway
Breezway is an exceptional employer that fosters a dynamic and innovative work culture, where Mechanical Engineering Technicians can thrive in a supportive environment. Located in Brisbane, our R&D team offers hands-on experience in product development from concept to production, with ample opportunities for mentorship and career growth. Enjoy flexible working hours, generous benefits, and the chance to contribute to cutting-edge projects that make a real impact in the industry.
