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Thornton Engineering provide design and fabrication of structural steel, pressure vessels, heat exchangers, plate & pilings to clients throughout Australia and they are currently looking to recruit an experienced and qualified Mechanical Engineer to join their team in Corio VIC.

The Mechanical Engineer is responsible for the daily design and engineering activities for estimates
and projects.

The successful candidate will need to undertake and possess:

- Manage junior engineers and draftsmen to project requirements with on time delivery and achieving the required quality standards
- Provide support and mentorship to the Engineering Team and develop a training program to upskill employees within the teams
- Review project specifications for engineering and fabrication process
- Review RFQ packages and advise the sales and estimating team of potential materials, welding, or NDE requirements. Submit design recommendations to ensure attainment for estimating purposes
- Liaise with the Welding Engineer in the selection of weld preparation and materials
- Liaise with Project Managers to ensure timely submission of engineering documentation to the client, and ensure timely submission of design registration
- Conducting failure analyses and root cause analyses on fabrication issues
- Assisting the QC/QA team with documentation, when necessary

Skills and Abilities:
- Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, or related engineering field
- Membership with National or International Engineering Association is highly desirable
- Demonstrated history of continual professional development.
- Minimum 5 years’ experience in a similar role
- Proven knowledge and experience with AS and ASME Code requirements for Engineering and Fabrication
- Proven knowledge of national and international codes and procedures, NDT techniques, welding processes, materials and heat treatments

Salary range is $85,000 - $95,000pa commensurate with experience

Fulltime Position available

Applications open on 12th December 2025 and closes on 12th January 2026

If you are interested in this role APPLY now. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted