Elphinstone Pty Ltd is an authorised Caterpillar OEM and a leading and manufacturer of quality products for the global underground and surface mining industries. In addition, Elphinstone offers niche manufacturing and engineering support in the transport and utilities sectors.
Elphinstone has more than 45 years of experience in the modification and manufacture of underground mining vehicles and currently employs 200+ highly skilled people.
The product range includes specialised underground support vehicles and surface mining solutions including extended distance off-highway haulage trucks and water tanks to suit Caterpillar articulated trucks.
The Elphinstone® range of underground support vehicles includes agitators, scissor lifts, delivery trucks, flat decks, fuel and lube trucks, water cannons, water tanks, motor graders and other specialised support equipment.
The existing range of products combine practical design, the latest technology and quality manufacturing to ensure each machine is safe, reliable, productive, ergonomic, and easy to service, maintain and re-build.
Elphinstone is committed to deliver a better future with electric and hybrid vehicles playing a vital role for the transition to a decarbonised underground mining sector.
Elphinstone is seeking to employ Lead Mechanical Design Engineers, Mechanical Designers / Engineers to work with its passionate and expanding team of professionals as we evolve and expand our product range.
Our expanding product range includes, but is not limited to, surface and underground mining vehicles & future products which include low emission diesel combustion engines, Diesel Hybrid Powertrains & Battery Electric Powertrains.
About the roles
The roles will report to the appropriate Dept Manager and will be working across the entire Elphinstone product range.
The responsibilities and key tasks will include:
- Engineering design, drafting, documentation of new and existing product details using Autodesk Inventor and AutoCAD as required under the direction of a Lead Project Engineer.
- Research, design, evaluate and analyse products, equipment, systems and processes to meet functional requirements via applying knowledge of engineering principles.
- Manage aspects of product design projects when assigned.
- Complete engineering work to the required standards of accuracy and methodology as defined by Elphinstone protocols and client requirements as applicable. The design and development process should adhere to the Elphinstone product development procedure, Elphinstone design guidelines, Elphinstone HES specifications, recognised industry standards, design guides and practice notes and appropriate statutory regulations and codes of practice.
- Conduct and/or participate in technical reviews of requirements, specifications, designs, codes, and other artefacts as required.
- Recommend any engineering improvements to new and existing products when identified.
- Work in conjunction with the design, manufacturing, product support and sales teams to incorporate changes, updates and suggestions to machines and manufacturing processes to improve both product and process safety, performance, reliability, quality and cost as applicable.
- Creation and maintenance of engineering data, including life cycle data, BOM and product structure etc. when required.
About You
You will possess the following personal attributes:
- Ensure all work is carried out according to the Company’s standards and in a professional manner.
- Maintain a professional and positive attitude at all times and act with integrity (lead by example).
- Display high level of motivation and drive at all times.
- Ability to develop rapport to ensure effective working relationship with a broad range of managers and employees.
- Remain calm and organised at all times.
- Maintain punctuality at all times.
- Maintain a professional and tidy appearance.
- Ability to develop and maintain customer and supplier relationships (internal & external).
- Maintain a high standard of delivery on all work and meet deadlines.
- Demonstrate initiative.
- Take the hands on approach at all times.
- Treat others with respect and be conscientious and courteous.
- Highly detailed and maintain a high level of delivery on all work.
- Ability to adapt to changing work priorities, requirements and locations.
- Have a “Natural curiosity in understanding how machines work”
Preferably, you will have skills and experience in the following areas:
- Diploma, Advanced Diploma or Degree qualifications in Mechanical Engineering or similar, as appropriate for the position.
- Proficient with the use of an industry standard, 3D Mechanical CAD software program, experience with FEA & CAD data management tools will be well regarded.
- Advanced technical knowledge, attention to detail, troubleshooting and methodical problem-solving skills.
- Advanced general computer literacy, particularly MS Office Suite, notably Advanced Excel
- Advanced mechanical drafting ability essential.
- Advanced mechanical aptitude and knowledge.
- Good verbal and written communication skills.
- Good people and communication skills.
- Ability to handle a number of tasks simultaneously.
- Excellent time management.
- Highly detailed conscious.
- Analytical approach.
- The skill and ability to work harmoniously in a team environment
(a team player) while unsupervised.
- Minimum 2 years engineering design experience with a proven track record, preferably in the heavy engineering industry.
- Heavy machinery industry / mobile plant experience desirable.
Living in beautiful Tasmania with pristine beaches, historic towns and Cradle Mountain only an hour’s drive away, Tasmania caters to those who enjoy nature. There’s plenty to do in your free time, with a vibrant mountain bike scene, abundant hiking trails, and world class surfing, diving & fishing. You’ll experience a food scene smorgasbord with numerous farm gates and wineries. Tasmania is home to the cleanest air in the world, and traffic jams are non-existent.
Working in small niche teams allows you to get involved in the many facets of vehicle design and play a pivotal role in the overall vehicle design and performance. At Elphinstone, our most important asset is our people. Every team member has a voice and plays a part in contributing to our success. We take pride in creating an innovative, collaborative and open culture where all staff are respected, empowered and valued.
Our people are talented and live by our values in every action of the day. Despite individual differences, we are one company united by these values that define us as people. Elphinstone people understand our business model, have a passion for customer service, and mentor with Respect, Teamwork, Integrity, Excellence, Ownership and Initiative.
Elphinstone offers
- Industry competitive salaries
- Flexibility with lifestyle-based rosters offering; a 4-day work week, 9-day fortnight, or a standard 5-day work week.
- Remote working options if preferred by the right candidate.
Elphinstone is building an incredible team of engineers, designers and technicians who all share a passion for the future. The team has many years of experience designing some of the best underground mining vehicles in the world. Our workshop capabilities include large scale manufacturing and prototyping, steel cutting and processing, assembly lines, electrical wire loom manufacturing and a test track facility. Elphinstone designs, manufactures and assembles vehicles from the ground up and offer candidates a chance to help build mining vehicles for the future.
How to Apply
If you would like to be considered for joining our team as a Lead Mechanical Design Engineer, Mechanical Design Engineer or Mechanical Draftperson, please apply now via seek with a current resume supplied.
Additional Information
Right-to-work identification, e.g. driver's licence, birth certificate, passport and/or visa, will be required if shortlisted. In addition, as part of the recruitment process, you may be required to undertake a pre-employment medical, which will include a drug and alcohol screening.
Please be mindful that published closing dates are estimates only as we aim to fill vacancies as quickly as possible. The advert may close as soon as we have found the right candidate, so we encourage interested applicants to apply as early as possible.
Elphinstone Pty Ltd is an equal-opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion.
