Engineering Team Leader — Salisbury, Brisbane

The Opportunity This is a hands-on team lead role for an experienced design engineer ready to step up and take charge of a small, high-performing team. You will lead day-to-day engineering operations, working closely with the Engineering Manager to execute the product development roadmap, improve design processes, and deliver high-quality, made-to-order products. Lead & Support – Work alongside a small team, assign tasks, troubleshoot technical challenges, and coach junior engineers on best practices. Own the Design Process – Take concepts from idea to production, creating and refining CAD models, assemblies, and detailed manufacturing drawings. Digital Tools & Automation – Work with parametric design, 3D CAD, and engineering automation. Configure-to-Order & Engineer-to-Order – Support pre-production engineering and manufacturability. This is a practical, execution-focused role—perfect for a strong engineer who wants more responsibility without stepping away from technical work. The Role You will lead and work alongside a small Product Design & Engineering team, helping to develop products, improve designs, and streamline engineering workflows. Key responsibilities: Lead & Support – Work alongside your team, provide guidance, troubleshoot technical issues, and ensure smooth execution of projects. Own the Design Process – Refine CAD models, improve design standards, and ensure manufacturability of products. Pre-Production Engineering – Optimise designs for efficient, high-quality manufacturing (DFMA, compliance). Application Engineering – Provide technical expertise to support sales and client-specific modifications. Engineering Process Improvement – Standardise design workflows, implement best practices, and streamline execution. Technology & Digital Tools – Use CAD, parametric design, and simulation tools to improve accuracy and efficiency. This role is heavily involved in execution—you’ll be working hands-on with the Engineering Manager, Manufacturing Engineering team, and Production team to make things happen. First 12-18 months priorities: ✅ Improve and document design processes and workflows. ✅ Implement parametric design principles to automate repetitive work. ✅ Standardise and refine our configure-to-order product range. ✅ Work closely with manufacturing to improve design for manufacture (DFMA). The Ideal Candidate We need a practical, hands-on engineer who enjoys both leading and doing—someone who can solve problems, guide a team, and improve our product designs. You will be: ⚡ Independent, proactive, and structured – Take responsibility and own your work. A problem-solver – Identify issues, troubleshoot solutions, and refine engineering processes. Technically strong – A first-principles thinker with excellent attention to detail. Practical and hands-on – Comfortable working directly on CAD models and engineering tasks. Experience we’re looking for: Engineering degree (Mechanical or similar). 5 years in product design & engineering in a manufacturing environment. Strong CAD skills (Inventor, SolidWorks, or similar), including parametric and modular design. Pre-production engineering & design-for-manufacture experience. Some team leadership or mentoring experience (leading drafters, junior engineers, or small teams). This role is ideal for a Senior Engineer looking to take on leadership responsibilities without stepping away from technical work. Why Join Us? This is a career-building role for an ambitious engineer who wants to develop leadership skills while staying deeply involved in design and engineering. Step Up – Take on leadership while staying hands-on. Stay Technical – Lead a team without stepping away from design. Growth Path – Career progression into Engineering Manager as the company scales. We are growing fast, investing in new products, technology, and digital engineering—this is your chance to be part of a high-performance team making a real impact. How to Apply We are looking for a practical, execution-focused engineer. Ready to step up? Apply with: - A cover letter answering: o Why do you want this specific role? o Why would you be successful in this role? - Your resume, showcasing relevant experience. For more information, contact Janice Vincentia from our Recruitment Team at janice.vincentiabeaverprocess.com.au .