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Senior Mechanical Engineer - Product Development

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Brisbane, Queensland
Senior level
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Brisbane, Queensland
Senior level
Lead product development for screens and centrifuge product lines from concept to commercial launch. Manage projects to meet schedule, budget, and quality targets; drive product standardisation; align cross-functionally with product, operations, sales, and service; ensure smooth transition to manufacturing and market release while contributing to product strategy and engineering roadmaps.
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As Senior Mechanical Engineer you will play a lead role for product development activities across screens and centrifuge product line lifecycle. The role is responsible for delivering current development projects to successful market launch while shaping the next generation of product technologies. The position focuses on the development of scalable, standardised offerings that strengthen product line competitiveness and sustain market leadership in a dynamic and highly competitive environment.

Job Responsibilities
  • Lead and support the delivery of product development engineering projects from concept through to commercial launch.

  • Support the execution of structured development activities aligned to lifecycle and commercial priorities.

  • Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to required quality standards.

  • Contribute to product strategy and execute the engineering roadmap to support business growth.

  • Contribute to a high-performing product development engineering team with clear accountability and delivery focus.

  • Drive strong cross-functional alignment with product, operations, sales, and service teams.

  • Ensure seamless transition from development into manufacturing and market release.

  • Advance product standardisation and portfolio optimisation to reduce complexity and improve efficiency.

What you bring
  • Mechanical Engineering qualification with 10+ years' experience in a similar role.

  • Ability to analyse and solve complex engineering problems through the application of advanced knowledge.

  • Experience in the design and development of vibrating equipment, including structural dynamics and fatigue design using first principles and FEA methods.

  • Proficient in the use of ANSYS and SolidWorks.

  • Proven experience in product development within an engineering, manufacturing, or industrial environment.

  • Strong understanding of stage-gate product development processes and lifecycle management.

  • Demonstrated success in delivering complex projects.

  • Experience in driving product standardisation and portfolio optimisation.

What we offer 
  • Competitive remuneration package on offer. 

  • Work-life balance with a flexible work schedule so you can focus on professional and personal priorities. 

  • Job security in a volatile market. Since 1882, FLSmidth have operated successfully within a global environment. 

  • Development and training within a respected global OEM company. 

  • Access to salary packaging options to allow you to maximise your after tax income. 

  • Employee Assistance Program for employees and immediate family. 

  • Purchased annual leave options. 

  • Paid Parental Leave 

  • Access to a recognition and benefits platform. 

  • Involvement with community and charity initiatives. 

As an equal opportunity employer, FLSmidth embraces diversity and equality by promoting an environment of inclusion. We encourage applicants of all backgrounds and perspectives to apply - the more diverse our employees are, the stronger our team is. 

In our commitment to equal opportunity and eliminating bias, we kindly request that you exclude personal information such as age, ethnicity, number of children, and photographs from your application materials. 

Please apply by clicking "apply" on this page. 

Kindly note that we will be reviewing applications and conducting interviews on an ongoing basis so please apply as soon as possible. 

Candidates will be contacted by email. 

No recruiters and unsolicited agency referrals please. 

We offer all employees access to a dedicated recognition platform, empowering you to celebrate achievements, share appreciation and stay connected globally.

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