Mechanical Engineering Technician

About our Organisation

Breezway is an Australian company that manufactures and markets award-winning Louvre Window products all around the world.

About our Opportunity

An excellent opportunity to join Breezway R&D team at our manufacturing facility in Brisbane inner city. This key role supports the development and testing of innovative systems and components. This position involves hands-on collaboration with the design team and working closely with our Industrial Designer to build new and refine existing designs with the goal of enhancing product performance and functionality. With a focus on technical expertise, attention to detail and mechanical aptitude, the role aims to accelerate our R&D efforts and maintain our commitment to excellence.

You will:

• Evaluate design briefs and provide solutions that meets the set requirements.
• Construct and assemble prototypes to validate concepts.
• Conduct tests, experiments and evaluations on new and existing products to demonstrate acceptable performance.
• Record test results, observations and findings, preparing technical reports and documentation.
• Work closely with the R&D team stakeholders to troubleshoot issues, propose solutions and iterate designs.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement, efficiency gains and cost reduction.
• Assist with setting the specification for quality checks on parts and assemblies to ensure they meet design specifications and expectations.

About You

We are looking for a Mechanical Engineering Technician with a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Design or a related field. Ideally with a couple of years experience in a workplace, windows knowledge isn't essential however an interest in designing window systems is with an understanding of Australian Standards, how they shape product development and testing requirements. A technical mindset with CAD skills using SolidWorks is essential, along with experience with extrusions, product development and process improvement. The successful person needs to be able to create presentations using Adobe and Microsoft suite.

What's On Offer

• Permanent full-time role, Monday to Friday, flexible start and finish times
• Ability to apply for flexible work arrangements, up to two days a week after probation
• On-site secure parking
• Generous discounts on our extensive range of products
• Ability to schedule leave every year over the Christmas period.
• Additional paid day’s leave on your birthday, even if it falls on the weekend!
• Flare benefits program - salary packaging, discounts and premium perks
• Refer a friend and get rewarded with $$$ through our Employee Referral Program
• Opportunities to cross-train, enhance your skills and advance your career
• Employee Assistance Program access

Your Next Steps

Join our team and be a part of our commitment to delivering exceptional service and quality. If you're ready to take on this exciting opportunity, apply now and make a significant impact. Your dedication will help us continue to provide the best experiences for our valued customers.

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.

Agencies will only be engaged with if required. Please do not contact us or send applicants to us unless requested by the Talent Acquisition Team.

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