Join a leading manufacturer in the heavy transport industry.

Are you a mechanical engineer with a passion for practical design and real results? We’re looking for a driven professional to design and support the heavy-duty trailers that move Australia’s livestock — safely, efficiently, and humanely. At Rytrans we are known for our innovative designs that showcase our products and meet today’s challenges to remain at the forefront of the heavy transport industry.

We are seeking an energetic professional certified Mechanical Design Engineer to join our team and lead our Manufacturing Section. This exciting role includes the research and development of new technology, controlling heavy vehicle compliance, introducing new manufacturing methods and producing quality workshop design drawings to sustain our current semi-trailer production schedule.

Rytrans’ primary objective is to manufacture from the ground up heavy duty, user friendly and reliable livestock transport semi-trailers and Dollies that meet the needs of our meticulous customers across Australia.

An attractive remuneration package will be offered to the successful candidate.

Key Responsibilities in this Role:

Responsible for the engineered, design drawings and transport engineering specifications for Rytran's trailers, dollies and any other manufactured components as required

Responsible for the communication and validation of quality specifications, and amendments if required, to ensure they are captured and retained

Responsible for the issue of all Workshop drawings and their return upon completion of the manufacturing process, including any required markups and history

Responsible for compliance and Vin allocation throughout the manufacturing process

Reporting, performances and network

Work as a team with the Managing Director, Production Manager, Purchasing Manager and Manufacturing Workshop Supervisor to identify key development actions to be taken with our Suppliers

Ensure on time reporting of the relevant Supplier indicators: weekly report, monthly dashboard

Provide regular feedback to the Managing Director, Production Manager, Purchasing Manager and Manufacturing Workshop Supervisor regarding Supplier performance, quality concerns, and delivery timelines

Qualifications, Skills and Experience Required:

Engineering degree level or equivalent

3 to 5 years’ experience in quality, production management, engineering or equivalent

Sound working knowledge of Computer Aided Design (CAD) and SolidWorks 3D

Sound understanding of manufacturing processes and production methods

Ability to inspect products and/or materials for conformity with established operational standards

Ability to troubleshoot to determine the cause of design related production delays

Exercises discretion when dealing with confidential and personal matters

An appreciation of business demands

Autonomous, with excellent relationship skills

Performance Goals:

Ensure design/production time frames are set and met in order to meet business targets

Provision of weekly production reports and production updates to the Managing Director

Ensure all contact with customers, suppliers and other stakeholders is professionally conducted at all times

Ensure all designs and drawings produced are in a format that allows Workshop employees to read and understand them without the need for re-work and/or amendment

Complete all associated administrative tasks in a timely manner

At Rytrans we believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce is a lever to running a sustainable and successful business. We are dedicated to creating an inclusive environment where all our employees are encouraged to reach their full potential, and individual differences are valued and respected.

Further information, including a full Job Description can be obtained by contacting …Managing Director Ashley Daley - via email or send your resume through.