Mechanical Designer - Green Fleet Development

At Fortescue Future Industries (FFI) we are leading the global energy transition by developing a portfolio of renewable energy and green hydrogen projects.

Our large scale, low-cost hydropower, geothermal, solar and wind assets will support establishment of green energy and green product industries around the world.

FFI is committed to building thriving communities by delivering social, environmental, and economic benefits.

Title: Mechanical Designer

Work location: Perth based (Hazelmere)

Roster: 5/2 Roster (Mon to Fri)

In support of Fortescue’s strong focus on green energy and our carbon neutrality targets, one of our key initiatives will be in our Green Fleet projects whereby we will develop and test a range of technologies to power our mining fleet

Based out our new Hazelmere R&D facility and reporting to the Principal Design, we are presently looking for an experienced Mechanical Designer to join the team.

Key accountabilities will include:

• Design and deliver Mechanical Designs for Heavy Mobile Equipment (HME) Green Fleet
• Assisting the broader Engineering team as well as the project management and workshop execution teams convert sketches and drawings into formal high-quality models and drawings
• Taking a lead in identifying mistakes and finding solutions
• Ensure documentation to FFI standard is provided.
• Design review and validation of various engineering designs and associated components
• Capable of prioritizing and delivering work in a fast-moving environment
• Proactively deliver on the company’s stretch targets
• Support in developing technical specifications to meet project specific objectives
• Liaising with a range of key stakeholders on all technical aspects of projects
• Providing regular updates to the Principal Design including work progress, risks, and priorities

Qualifications and skills required:

• Mechanical Engineering degree or diploma
• Minimum 5 years of experience
• Experience with design and/or manufacturing of mobile equipment (e.g. automotive, commercial, heavy mobile equipment, marine equipment, and others)
• Experience in using 3D CAD, PDM & Laser scanning software packages (SolidWorks desirable)
• Solid understanding of drafting checks and processes
• Comfortable correcting Design mistakes/improvements
• Proven ability to work with diverse stakeholders and in multidiscipline teams
• High commitment to safety
• Proactive and self-motivated, with a drive for excellence
• Results driven, responsible and accountable

Our values drive our culture and performance through a strong focus on safety, family and determination. We celebrate and respect people’s differences and commit to providing an inclusive work environment. This is an exciting time to join Fortescue.

We encourage Aboriginal Australians and female candidates to apply.

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