Experienced Design Draftsperson

About the role

We are seeking an experienced Design Draftsperson / Mechanical Designer to join our team in Hallam. This is a hands-on and varied role suited to someone who enjoys taking a project from concept through to detailed design, procurement, manufacture, assembly and completion. You will work closely with our workshop, suppliers and sales team to develop practical, cost-effective engineering solutions that can be manufactured and delivered to our customers.

Key responsibilities

• Design and draft testing instruments, measurement machines and custom machinery from concept to completion
• Create 3D digital prototypes using Autodesk Inventor
• Produce detailed component and assembly drawings
• Create and manage Bills of Materials (BOMs)
• Design and integrate machined components, sheet metal, pneumatics, hydraulics, linear motion, electrical and electronic systems
• Perform design calculations and, where required, FEA/stress analysis
• Prepare hazard identification and risk assessments
• Develop inspection checklists and manufacturing documentation
• Obtain and evaluate supplier quotations for parts, materials and services
• Schedule machining and assembly work within the IDM workshop

About you

• A qualification in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline
• Minimum 5 years' experience in a mechanical design/drafting role
• Strong proficiency in Autodesk Inventor 3D CAD or a similar 3D CAD package
• Strong understanding of mechanical design and manufacturing principles
• Experience producing detailed manufacturing and assembly drawings
• Ability to interpret and develop BOMs and manufacturing documentation
• Experience working with machining, sheet metal and mechanical assemblies
• An understanding of pneumatics, hydraulics, linear motion and automation technologies
• Excellent attention to detail and a practical, problem-solving approach
• Strong organisational and communication skills

About us

IDM Instruments is an Australian manufacturer and supplier of testing instruments, proudly supplying customers locally and worldwide since 1972. Based in Hallam, Victoria, we provide complete engineering and manufacturing solutions, including mechanical design, CNC machining, fabrication, automation and laboratory testing equipment. Our work ranges from precision components and instrumentation through to custom-designed measurement, testing and production machinery.