Senior Mechanical Engineer - Product Design
At RØDE we are Passionate about Audio
Want to work for one of the fastest-growing, most
innovative manufacturer-exporters in audio technology in the world today? We
have a vacancy for a Senior Mechanical Engineer specialising
in Product Design to join the business. This role will is part
of RØDE’s New Product Group.
About Us
Part of The
Freedman Group, RØDE is a leading manufacturer of high-quality microphones and
audio equipment, which can be found in studios, venues, on-location, and in the
hands of creatives in every corner of the world. Our products are designed and
primarily manufactured by our industry-leading team in Sydney and are exported
to over 119 countries globally through more than 6000 dealers, including
Amazon, Best Buy, Sweetwater, Guitar Center, Thomann and JB Hi-Fi. Our
employees are passionate, hard working, talented and are pivotal to our
success.
Your responsibilities will include:
• Drive product development initiatives
from concept to mass production, overseeing the design, development, and
specification of parts, components, and assemblies.
• Ensure that all projects meet the
high standards of functional and technical performance aligned with the RØDE
brand.
• Apply knowledge of electronic design
philosophy to contribute effectively to product design processes.
• To independently execute product
updates and releases with minimal supervision.
• Conduct performance testing and
quality control measures to uphold product excellence.
• Engage closely with local and
international suppliers and partners to ensure seamless collaboration and
alignment with project objectives.
• Utilize 3D software to generate and
review designs, including technical drawings, engineering specifications, Bill
of Materials, and related documentation.
• Collaborate effectively on Request
for Quotation (RFQ), Design for Manufacturing (DFM), Design Failure Mode and
Effects Analysis (DFMEA), and Quality Assurance (QA) processes.
• Integrate principles of Ergonomics
and User Experience into mechanical designs, providing inputs on mechanical
test criteria and manufacturing processes.
• Fabricate prototypes using modern
prototyping tools and processes for thorough evaluation and testing.
• Conduct feasibility studies on
critical components/parts to inform design decisions.
• Assess and align production and
fitting processes, ensuring adherence to tolerance chain considerations and
design specifications.
• Facilitate the handover and execution
of Cross-Functional processes such as quality assurance, manufacturing, and
pilot runs.
• Assist in compliance and
certification processes to meet regulatory requirements.
You
will require the following qualifications and/or skills and experience to be
successful:
• Demonstrated industry expertise in
product design engineering within the consumer/technology sector, with a strong
track record in problem-solving (experience in electromechanical domains is
highly preferred).
• Proficiency in navigating in-house
product development environments, successfully delivering projects from
conceptualisation to production. Particularly adept at detailing design
concepts, conducting prototype testing, managing mechanical drawings, and
overseeing product verification processes.
• Extensive experience across a range
of manufacturing processes, including injection moulding, metal casting, metal
fabrication, and CNC machining (good to have).
• Practical understanding of materials,
encompassing their properties and finishing techniques, with a focus on
plastics and metals.
• Excellent written and verbal
communication skills, enabling effective collaboration with internal and
external stakeholders.
• Meticulous attention to detail,
ensuring precision and accuracy in all tasks.
• Proficient in CAD software,
particularly advanced modelling in SolidWorks (required) and familiarity with
OnShape (desirable).
Our campus is designed to create an
atmosphere which reflects our love of cutting edge technology, collaboration,
and our deep connection to music, film and all things audio. Our production
facilities are cutting-edge and are constantly expanding as we increase our
capability with new manufacturing technologies and processes.
RØDE’s investment in our in-house
capability is aggressive, unmatched in the industry. Our plant boasts the
finest technologies in metal engineering and production, Surface-Mount
Technology electronics production, military grade finishing, plastic-injection
mould manufacture, and a brand-new, best-practice toolmaking facility.
If you are interested in pursuing a
unique opportunity to work with one of the most exciting, forward-thinking
companies in Australia, inspiring millions of people around the world to
realise their creative vision, apply today. We want you!
RØDE values diversity in the workplace
and encourages applications from people of all genders, ages and backgrounds.