At a Glance
- Tasks: Design innovative mechanical solutions and ensure high-quality product standards.
- Company: AWMA, a leader in sustainable water management solutions.
- Benefits: Mentorship, inclusive culture, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Remote work with occasional travel to our head office in Victoria.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on sustainable projects while working with cutting-edge technology.
- Qualifications: 5+ years as a Mechanical Design Engineer with SolidWorks expertise.
The predicted salary is between 82800 - 101200 $ per year.
Senior Mechanical Design Engineer – Remote
The Senior Mechanical Design Engineer works independently to deliver engineered designs in line with project scope and production deadlines.
With strong Solid Works capability and a deep understanding of mechanical engineering first principles, this role ensures AWMA products are produced to a high standard of quality, functionality, and manufacturability.
This role supports the wider Engineering and Design team acting sometimes as the technical authority for the product.
This role requires occasional travel to head office, located in Cohuna, Victoria (approximately 3 hours north of Melbourne).
About AWMA
We are an internationally recognised company dedicated to creating solutions that support the environment.
With over 25 years of experience, we specialise in the design, manufacture, and installation of water control infrastructure and water management systems.
Our innovative solutions—including Water Control Gates, Flood Free flood barriers, and Inlet and Fish Protection Screens—are helping lead the world towards a more sustainable future.
Key Responsibilities
- Interpret project briefs and client data sheets to independently size and specify product configurations.
- Apply mechanical engineering principles to determine governing load cases, relevant standards, and key failure modes.
- Identify when designs fall outside standard parameters and adapt solutions as required.
- Develop the engineering basis for designs, supporting General Arrangements (GA) and overall product configuration.
- Produce high-quality technical submittals suitable for client and third-party review.
- Respond to routine technical queries from clients, contractors, or internal stakeholders.
- Independently produce complete drawing packages, including General Arrangements, fabrication drawings, and Bills of Materials (BOM).
- Ensure designs consider tolerances, manufacturability, and interfaces with civil and structural elements.
- Review and validate design outputs, identifying inconsistencies or risks and addressing them proactively.
- Deliver work that meets quality expectations and typically passes design and engineering checks with minimal revisions.
- Participate in engineering reviews and constructability reviews.
About you
You will be a Mechanical Design Engineer Professional who has worked in a customised product and project delivery space for at least 5 years. You will bring:
- Extensive experience as a Mechanical Design Engineer, R&D background will be highly desirable
- Advanced Solid Works 3d Modelling and Drafting Skills
- Strong capability in mechanical engineering first principles
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering
- High attention to detail and strong analytical capability
- Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate across teams
- Our Recruitment Process
- We keep our process practical and focused on getting to know how you think and work:
- Initial phone screening from the P&C team
- Personality and aptitude assessment
- Technical interview (Mechanical Engineering, Solid Works, and relevant experience)
- Final on-site interview with key stakeholders
- Reference checks and Offer
Why AWMA
We believe in innovation, open communication, inclusivity, and creating a work environment where everyone feels valued and empowered.
You will be mentored and supported by people who have extensive experience in innovating and developing world class products.
You will have the opportunity to influence engineering standards across the company while being the core part in delivering sustainable solutions for our customers and the environment.
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