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Join Franklin Electric as a Lead Engineer. We''re on a mission to empower communities through sustainable water management solutions, and your expertise will shape a better future for generations to come.Department: Manufacturing / Operations / QualityLocation: Australia Sunshine WestWhat you will be doing:The Lead Engineer is responsible for leading and managing the local engineering function while remaining technically handson. The role oversees the design, development, validation, and continuous improvement of new and existing products, ensuring all engineering outputs align with operational, commercial, safety and quality objectives. You will directly supervise engineering staff and collaborate closely with workshop, production and sales teams to ensure robust, compliant, manufacturable and efficiently delivered designs.Engineering Leadership & ManagementLead, supervise and develop the local engineering team to achieve performance, quality, safety and delivery targets.Plan workloads, allocate resources and set priorities to meet project schedules and business requirements.Review, approve and take technical accountability for all engineering designs, drawings, calculations and change documentation.Provide technical leadership and guidance while fostering a collaborative, accountable and safetyfocused engineering culture.Design & Technical ResponsibilitiesLead the design, development and improvement of trailermounted pump systems.Lead the design, development and improvement of soundattenuated pump packages.Lead the design, development and improvement of electricdriven pump systems.Lead the design, development and improvement of dieseldriven pump systems.Create, review and approve engineering designs for new and existing products across the full product lifecycle.Develop and review 3D CAD models, detailed drawings and design documentation in accordance with industry and company standards.Perform or review stress and structural analyses of 3D models for transport, lifting, operation and environmental conditions.Ensure completion of dimensional analysis, DFMEA and product validation activities where required.Research, interpret and ensure compliance with applicable industry standards, safety regulations and statutory requirements.Contribute to production process definition, cost optimisation and designformanufacture initiatives.Act as the key technical interface between engineering, operations, sales, suppliers and customers as required.Maintain a high level of accuracy in designrelated costings to support pricing, quoting and profitability objectives.Quality Assurance & ComplianceEnsure products meet internal quality standards and external regulatory requirements.Support development, implementation and maintenance of engineering QA procedures, checks and design review processes.Participate in rootcause analysis, corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) and continuous improvement initiatives related to quality or field issues.Ensure engineering documentation, specifications and revisions are accurate and controlled.Manufacturing & Workshop EngagementWork closely with workshop and production teams to resolve design, manufacturing and assembly issues.Ensure designs are practical, safe, costeffective and manufacturable.Support material selection, fabrication methods and supplier engagement in collaboration with procurement and operations.Provide handson technical support during prototype builds, production runs and general enquiries.Documentation & Change ManagementMaintain accurate Bills of Materials (BOMs) and design records.Manage and approve Engineering Change Notices (ECNs).Assist in developing and maintaining engineering specifications, standards and technical documentation.Who we wantHardworking winners confident, competitive and resultsoriented professionals with a track record of success.Dedicated achievers people who thrive in a fastpaced environment and will stop at nothing to ensure a project is complete and meets regulations and expectations.Effective communicators people who can interpret information clearly and accurately to concisely communicate results and recommendations to stakeholders.Collaborative partners people who build and leverage crossfunctional relationships to bring together ideas, information, use cases and industry analyses to develop best practices.What you needIn addition to the skills and abilities listed below, you should be selfmotivated, collaborative, and passionate about making a positive impact.Skills & AbilitiesStrong technical leadership and communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively across engineering, workshop and management teams.Advanced ability to read, interpret and produce engineering drawings, including application of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T).Solid understanding of mechanical design, stress analysis principles and manufacturing processes such as machining, fabrication, casting and assembly.Strong analytical and problemsolving capability with a practical, handson approach.Ability to balance technical rigor with commercial, operational and time constraints.Education & ExperienceBachelor''s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline (required).Minimum 10 years of relevant engineering experience within a manufacturing or industrial environment.Previous leadership, supervisory or senior engineering responsibility is advantageous.Computer SkillsAdvanced: CAD software (Creo and/or SolidWorks preferred), spreadsheets, presentations.Intermediate: Word processing and data management systems.Physical & Environmental RequirementsCombination of office and workshopbased work.Regular standing, walking and interaction with equipment and personnel.Occasional lifting of items up to 5 kg.Exposure to workshop environments, noise, mechanical equipment and occasional outdoor conditions.Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Franklin Electric by 2x.#J-18808-Ljbffr