Manufacturing Engineer

Reporting into the Product Engineering Manager, the Manufacturing Engineer will join our team on a Full-time basis at our Guildford branch. This role involves bridging the Engineering Team and Operational team to ensure machine modifications are manufactured as per specifications and standards.

Roster: Monday – Friday, 8.5 hours/day (including Meal Break)  

What You’ll Do:

• Develop and Optimise the WesTrac Machine Modification (DPO) Manufacturing Process by working with business stakeholders.
• Establish standards for installation, quality control, testing and inspection measures to ensure the product meets specifications and standards.
• Drive to reduce DPO manufacturing cost by standardisation and other lean approaches working along with business stakeholders.  
• Act as a bridge between the engineering team and workshops to ensure machine modifications are manufactured according to instructions, specifications, and standards. 
• Streamline DPO assembly and manufacturing processes, translating design specifications into optimal manufacturing approaches by working with business stakeholders.  
• Oversee design changes throughout the manufacturing process while working with business stakeholders.
• Support continuous product improvement efforts by facilitating validation, providing workshop DPO support, and implementing standard work practices. 
• Oversee quality control measures and assist in managing Bills of Materials (BOM) to ensure all machine modifications meet all specified requirements
• Collaborate with stakeholders across sales and operations to facilitate efficient production planning, technical translation, and optimal manufacturing approaches.

Skills & Experience:

• Bachelor’s / master’s degree in mechanical/manufacturing/electrical/mechatronics engineering with at least five years of experience.
• Experience in utilising, documenting and interpreting CAD drawings; a mechanical background is advantageous.
• Knowledge of heavy machinery and manufacturing processes with a comprehensive understanding of EBOM & MBOM, process flow and detailed work statements.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, especially having the ability to communicate technical concepts and procedures to all staff effectively.
• Project management experience implementing lean manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies to enhance efficiency and reduce waste.

Our Benefits inclusive of but not limited to:

• Financial Benefits – Paid Parental Leave & Secondary Carers Leave, Salary Sacrificing, Novated Leasing, Income Protection Insurance & More than 600 retail discounts such as Coles, Petbarn, Virgin, HOYTS & Crown.
• Health & Wellness – Discounts with BUPA, Fitness Passport to access multiple gyms across Australia & EAP access to support you and your immediate family. 
• Culture & Career – Personal and Team Recognition (Made for More Awards), Internal Career Progression, Training & Upskilling through our award-winning WesTrac Institute.  
• Additional Perks – Emergency Services Leave, Defence Force Reserves Leave & Employee Share Purchase Plan opportunity.  

Our Company & Commitment

With over 4,500 employees, WesTrac is one of the world's largest authorised Cat® equipment dealers, offering a wide range of mining and construction equipment and management solutions.

At WesTrac, we reflect diverse communities, celebrate our people's diversity, and create a culture where employees feel safe to be their authentic selves. We encourage applications from First Nations people, LGBTQIA+ individuals, and those from culturally diverse backgrounds. WORK180 endorsed employer for our commitment to diversity, inclusion, and equality.

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