NOJA Power manufactures and supplies medium voltage switchgear products to more than 100 countries globally. The Group operates from the Head Office and Manufacturing facility in Murarrie, Brisbane with Factory and Offices in Brasil, UK, USA & Canada
We are seeking applications for the position of Procurement Engineer for our Manufacturing facility in Murarrie, Brisbane. This is an exciting opportunity for a purchasing professional to join NOJA Power on a full time basis.

Reporting to the Procurement Manager, your key responsibilities include but not limited to:

• Provides Procurement technical support to Procurement, R & D and the various engineering stakeholders in project execution
• Works with functional and stakeholder leadership to set yearly cost and performance improvement targets to achieve business goals
• Consults with project management, product development, sourcing and operations colleagues to develop and maintain a pipeline of improvement opportunities
• Successfully completes phase-gate reviews and other documentation as needed. Prepares and presents project status summaries at reviews.
• May perform other duties as required

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field with 3+ years of experience in a product development and manufacturing organization, preferably in a mechanical design engineering role; or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• 3+ years of experience in a product development and manufacturing organization
• 3+ years of experience in mechanical product design and continuous improvement
• Experience with cost reduction projects
• Finite Element Analysis experience preferred
• Teamwork skills
• Communication skills

KNOWLEDGE:

• Working knowledge of Value Analysis/Value Engineering principles and methodologies
• Proficient in the design and manufacturing processes of mechanical products, mechanisms, assemblies
• Strong engineering analysis skills particularly in the areas of statics and strength of materials
• Strong engineering and manufacturing operations knowledge in 4 key areas: electromechanical, injection moulding, electronics including PCBAs, metals including die casting and stamping
• CAD design proficiency, preferably with Creo or equivalent
• Finite Element Analysis experience a plus
• Project management skills including basic use of MS Project
• Excellent interpersonal, oral presentation and written communication skills; professional presence and behaviour
• Expertise in project management, design for manufacturing and design for assembly
• Demonstrated general understanding of computer-aided design (CAD) tools
• Substantial hands-on experience producing high-value measurable results on complex projects
• Broad expertise in engineering calculations and analysis, geometric dimensioning and tolerance, and datum structure development
• Research new resins, tooling standards, moulding processes, automation techniques, measurement practices, and market trends in accordance with strategic initiatives
• Implement cost savings strategies using methods such as resin conversion, cycle time reduction, increasing press utilization, extending preventative maintenance intervals, packaging optimization, colorant reduction, etc.
• Recognized as technical or subject matter expert in value engineering and analysis, DTV methodologies
• Seeks, analyses and proposes opportunities for improvement (cost, cycle time, quality, etc.) that are complex. Analyses feasibility and participates in or leads development, execution, or monitoring of implementation plans
• Able to challenge the status quo and champion new initiatives
• Acts as a catalyst for change, engages others, and manages implementation effectively
• Able to build consensus, support colleagues, set a tone of collaboration within teams, resolve issues among associates
• Able to develop, articulate and act upon a strategic vision
• Serves as a model to others through their high level of credibility, strong work ethic, and recognized ability to complete high quality deliverables in a timely manner
• Easily adapts to change and performs well under pressure
• Strong organizational planning, and understanding of portfolio management concepts
• Ability to work well in a fast-paced collaborative team environment within a rapidly evolving business environment
• Penchant for an environment rich in constant change and conflicting requirements
• Highly creative, comfortable with ambiguity, interested in big challenges
• Outcomes and data focused. Ability to leverage data to define key outcomes and navigate varying opinions to gain support for the most compelling approach and narrative.
• High capacity to collaborate across matrixed teams, as well as the ability to exert influence
• Expertise in relationship building, from peers to senior management
• Comfortable operating on both strategic and tactical levels
• Able to lead and influence others in support of company objectives
• Collaborates with stakeholders for cross-group buy-in and implementation alignment and to create an integrated plan and view for the greatest impact
• Leads cross-group integration efforts to align group stakeholders around collaborative implementation and success metrics
• Strong evidence of influencing thought leaders to propel a platform or initiative forward
• Understands and can lead comprehensive change management methodologies
  Applications should be addressed to:
  NOJA Power Switchgear Pty Ltd
  16 Archimedes Place
  Murarrie Qld 4172
  Phone: 07 3907 8777
  Email: jobs@nojapower.com.au
  Job Type: Full-time
  Pay: $70,000.00 – $100,000.00 per year

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Authorisation:

• Australia (Preferred)

Work Location: In person
Application Deadline: 10/03/202

• Provides Procurement technical support to Procurement, R & D and the various engineering stakeholders in project execution
• Works with functional and stakeholder leadership to set yearly cost and performance improvement targets to achieve business goals
• Consults with project management, product development, sourcing and operations colleagues to develop and maintain a pipeline of improvement opportunities
• Successfully completes phase-gate reviews and other documentation as needed. Prepares and presents project status summaries at reviews.
• May perform other duties as require