Exciting new career opportunity for a degree qualified Architecture / Product Design/Industrial Design or Civil Engineer to join our R&D team!
At
Etex, our purpose is to inspire new ways of living. We are an international leader in sustainable construction materials, driven by a passion for excellence, but it's our people that are our top priority. We connect, collaborate, and champion the well-being of our employees, forming partnerships and pioneering change in our ever-evolving industry.
Innova is on the flagship brands of the Etex Group. Etex Australia supplies premium fibre cement products and systems for walls and floors in Australia and New Zealand, playing an instrumental role in innovative methods of lightweight construction for residential and commercial sectors.
About The Opportunity
Based in our
Altona plant and reporting to the National Technical and Product Development Manager, you will be responsible for:
- Developing new innovative residential and commercial Fibre Cement products and systems from concept to launch
- Project Manage initiatives utilising Stage Gate process
- Generate sketches, renderings, 3D models, BIM content, CAD Files and Technical Drawings to visualize and document product designs
- Digital and physical prototyping of new product concepts
- Design product documentation and literature such as specifications, brochures, design & installation guides
- Coordinate with suppliers and manufacturers to produce products to specification
- Interpret building codes and regulations, create product requirements and compliance plans, coordinate testing with internal stakeholders and external accredited laboratories
- Provide best in class technical support and solutions for all building types and customers
- Conduct site inspections and prepare detailed reports for communication to customer
About You
- Degree in Architecture or Product Design/Industrial Design or Engineering (Civil)
- Membership of professional body preferred, not essential
- 5 years + experience in a similar role ideally within the building materials / construction industry
- Ability to travel around Melbourne metro and Interstate once per quarter
- Expertise in planning and executing projects on time and budget
- Applied technical skills to solve complex architectural problems, create products or design various project types
- Design typical residential and commercial building types, applications, and typographies
- Current VIC Drivers licence
Our Teammate Perks
Etex Australia prioritises professional development, focusing on mentorship and supportive team environments that foster individual growth.
- Flexible / Hybrid working model (4 days in the office – 1 day from home)
- Yearly salary reviews
- EAP services for you and your family
- Reward and recognition program
- Paid Parental Leave for Primary and Secondary Carers
- Fully supported training
- Great culture, supportive team environment; we work together and help each other “enjoy a laugh whilst working hard”
Sound like you? Great! We’d love to hear from you. APPLY NOW and we will be in touch shortly.
We are an equal-opportunity workforce committed to using our diverse voices to inspire people around the world to build living spaces that are evermore safe, sustainable, smart, and beautiful.