Mechanical Engineer

at  RhinoRack Australia MAXTRAX Australia

INTRODUCTION:

We are looking for a talented and motivated individual to join our team at Rhino-Rack, a leading manufacturer of roof racks, bike carriers, and vehicle accessories. Our company is built on a foundation of core values, including customer centricity, innovation, development and growth, quality, safety, and collaboration. As part of our team, you will have the opportunity to work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment where your skills and ideas will be valued and appreciated.
About Us
In our 31st year, Rhino-Rack products have earned a reputation for their durability, quality, and innovative design. They are trusted and used by a wide range of people for both work and play, including 4WD adventure enthusiasts, weekend warriors, family road trippers, tradespeople, and anyone who needs extra space for their gear and equipment. Whether you’re heading off on a camping trip, carrying tools to a job site, or transporting your bike to the trails, Rhino-Rack products can provide a secure and convenient solution. The company’s products are designed to be versatile and customisable, allowing you to configure them to meet your specific needs. With a commitment to excellence and customer satisfaction, Rhino-Rack is a trusted brand that offers reliable products for anyone seeking to make the most of their adventures, no matter what they may be.

DESCRIPTION:

Key Responsibilities

• To design roof rack components and accessories in accordance with Rhino ack design and development processes
• Coordinate manufacturing trials and production sign off
• Collaborate with Operations - Supply Chain on product manufacturability
• Undertake DFM, DFX projects in collaboration with Operations, Sales and Marketing
• Undertake design failure test and validation to ensure products meet regulatory and performance and quality specifications
• Working collaboratively with other members of the engineering team
• Generate compliance documentation, fitting instructions and BOM
• Ensuring engineering documentation, drawing management and document controls are completed and current
• To ensure policies and procedures are adhered to with an emphasis on internal controls and safe work place
• Contributing to generating ideas and formulating solutions, liaising with the team and other department

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCES:

Key Competencies

• Experience with 3D modelling CAD software - Solidworks preferred
• Experienced with FEA software
• Excellent mechanical aptitude and hands on approach to work
• Experienced in engineering drawings and documentation
• Experience in part design for injection moulding and sheet metal
• Experience in developing proof of concept and prototype level design
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent planning and time management skills
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to exercise sound judgement and make decisions based on accurate and timely analysis
• Previous experience in NPD, and end-to-end design

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in the field of Mechanical, Aerospace or Mechtronics Engineering
• Experience working in a manufacturing/assembly environment
• Solidworks, Microsoft Project, Adobe Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) experience recommended
• A good and practical understanding of plastic moulding, aluminium extrusions and sheet metal design
• 2-5 years relevant experience in a similar role
• FEA analysis

• To design roof rack components and accessories in accordance with Rhino ack design and development processes
• Coordinate manufacturing trials and production sign off
• Collaborate with Operations - Supply Chain on product manufacturability
• Undertake DFM, DFX projects in collaboration with Operations, Sales and Marketing
• Undertake design failure test and validation to ensure products meet regulatory and performance and quality specifications
• Working collaboratively with other members of the engineering team
• Generate compliance documentation, fitting instructions and BOM
• Ensuring engineering documentation, drawing management and document controls are completed and current
• To ensure policies and procedures are adhered to with an emphasis on internal controls and safe work place
• Contributing to generating ideas and formulating solutions, liaising with the team and other departmen