About the Role
Based at our Newstead office ideally, however open to candidates across Australia with relevant experience, the Senior Mechanical Engineer will directly support the Chief Engineer in undertaking their role.
Key Responsibilities:
* Provide sound engineering advice to the Chief Engineer and other areas of NHVR as required on heavy vehicle safety and productivity matters.
* Contribute to project work, reports, guidelines, and engineering advice as directed.
* Support the delivery of complex heavy vehicle engineering projects, project components, and the resolution of technical issues in collaboration with Directors, Managers, and project staff.
* Advise on the application of heavy vehicle standards, modifications, manufacturers' specifications, and Design Rules in accordance with both national and international standards.
* Assist the Chief Engineer in ensuring that advice and engineering input to projects, initiatives, and processes is complete, accurate, and reflects best practice.
* Represent the NHVR on required technical committees, engineering boards, working groups, committees, and forums to increase awareness and understanding of best engineering practices.
About You
As the ideal candidate, you will have a depth of experience in a similar position and will be well-versed in heavy vehicle engineering and its associated standards and legislation.
* 5+ years of experience in the mechanical engineering industry including the heavy vehicle sector.
* Hold a Mechanical Engineer Degree & RPEQ registered.
* Demonstrated experience with Dynamics.
* Previous exposure to computer simulation of vehicles e.g., Universal Mechanism or similar would be advantageous.
Why Join Us?
The National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR) commenced operations in 2013 as the national entity responsible for regulating all vehicles in Australia over 4.5 tonnes gross vehicle mass.
* We offer a competitive salary package up to $141,018.55 + superannuation.
* A hybrid working environment – up to 2 days from home.
* Monthly RDO and paid leave over Christmas closure.
* Wellbeing programs – discounted fitness through Fitness Passport, discount health insurance, flu vaccine, financial programs including discounted banking products, finance information sessions.
* Ongoing training and professional development support.
* Professional membership.
Application Process
Please apply with your CV and cover letter addressing the essential requirements of the role. We are committed to being an inclusive, diverse, and flexible workplace where differences are valued.