About Us
Matrix Composites & Engineering proudly owns Australia's largest composite manufacturing facility in Henderson, Western Australia where we specialise in the design, engineering, and manufacture of composite and advanced material technology solutions to industries including Oil & Gas, Mining & Defence. Matrix's portfolio includes an industrial coatings division (MCT) to extend its service and product offerings with a focus on protective and anti-corrosive coatings.
Matrix's services its clientele through offices and agents in key locations around the world. We are committed to attracting and retaining the best global talent and recognise that flexibility is key. This role offers the possibility of full-time remote work, providing an opportunity for talented engineers to thrive in an innovative environment from anywhere in the world.
About the Role
We have an exciting opportunity for a Proposals Design Engineer to join our team. Are you a talented Mechanical Engineer looking for an exciting opportunity to apply your skills in an innovative environment? The Proposals Design Engineer is responsible for turning concepts into reality through the creation of technical drawings for proposals. As a Proposals Design Engineer, you'll be responsible for crafting technical drawings and collaborating closely with Sales and Product Line Managers to bring projects to life.
Some of the duties you will be responsible for include:
- Review client RFQs and analyse and summarise client requirements
- Determine client documentation, quality, safety, environmental, and engineering deliverables pre and post-award
- Collate and respond to RFQ Technical Clarifications with assistance from relevant parties within Matix
- Identify technical proposal risks and develop solutions to control or mitigate risks
- Review the scope of supply and liaise with Engineering and Product Line Managers to compile suitable cost-effective solutions
- Prepare technical proposal drawings to be included in bid submissions
- Assist with detailed cost estimates in a timely and cost-effective manner in line with the company's Profit Margin and Costing Policy
What We Offer
Aside from offering competitive remuneration and a great work/life balance, Matrix provides the following employee benefits:
- Staff Incentive Plan
- Continued Professional Development
- Paid Mental Health Days
- Flexible Work Options
- Parental Leave (Up to 20 weeks)
- Return to Work bonus following Parental Leave
- Recognition of Service
- Exceptional Performance and Innovation Awards
About You
To play a part in our continued expansion and success, we are seeking someone who ideally has:
- Tertiary qualification in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
- Proficient in Solidworks
- Minimum five years of experience
- Proven experience working with and interpreting working engineering drawings and data to extract information
- Proven experience in managing projects within demanding timeframes
In addition, the following would be considered highly advantageous:
- Proven experience in producing high-quality proposal documents
- Sound knowledge of ERP systems, EPICOR will be highly regarded
- Experience within the polymer and composite manufacturing industry
- Experience within the Offshore, Resources or Subsea industries
Shortlisting for this role will commence immediately and we reserve the right to close the advertisement early.
All new employees are subject to a Pre-Employment Medical and must be fit to perform in the role.
Matrix is an equal opportunity employer, committed to attracting and retaining diversity in our workforce. We encourage applications from the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community; people with a disability; people from any gender identity and sexual orientation; and people of diverse ages, cultures, and ethnic backgrounds.