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Graduate Engineer

Compressor Products International | sydney, NSW, AU

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Description

What do we do?

Our vision is to enable our customers’ vital processes, which advance a more sustainable world. We supply turnkey solutions, fans, compressors, turbines, blowers, heat exchangers and silencers, as well as a comprehensive range of services including specialised engineering for air and gas handling, project management, equipment servicing and site management.

Howden Australia received an excellence award as an Employer of Choice for 2020 and 2021! Join our winning team today!

The Big Picture:

Howden Australia is looking for a driven and disciplined Graduate Engineer to support and assist the aftermarket sales team in developing technical and commercial proposals for fans and ventilation systems. 

They will work with the AFM Contracts Team on spares and retrofit projects, contributing to the business through the application of their engineering skills and knowledge

He role will also involve other technical departments within the business including; Project Management, Engineering and Service, dependent on project requirements.

There will be limited travel commitments in first 2 years of tenure (<20% of time)

What needs to be done?

  • Support the AFM Technical Support Engineer on day to day basis as requested
  • Ensure proposals are submitted by the agreed bid due date and submission of subsequent technical clarifications meets customer requirements by supporting AFM sales function.
  • Apply academic learning to the workplace environment.
  • Development of technical justification for proposed equipment including the offer of alternative proposals. Apply product to customers system and advise on improvements that are possible.
  • Specify and procure quotes for major, technically compliant, cost effective items via external sub-vendors to prepare comprehensive proposals and accurate cost estimates.
  • Maintain proposal documentation in line with company procedures and policy to ensure compliance with QA standards.
  • Liaise with Howden Product Business Units globally to ensure Howden offer is correct and technically compliant with customer requirements. 
  • Liaise with 3rd party vendors to ensure products offered meet required technical requirements. 
  • Liaise with customers, where required, to answer technical questions on Howden proposals and/or installed base.
  • Ensure Company policies, procedures and norms are followed for all proposals activities to ensure the highest level of quality.
  • Provide technical support for commissioning activities.

    • What do you need to bring?

    You are an energetic, positive, self-motivated individual, who displays a drive and willingness to both learn and succeed. You are eager to take on board more responsibility as your skill set evolves.

    You demonstrate a professional attitude in everything you do and are disciplined enough in order to stick to the required tasks and manage multiple priorities.

    You’re confident working in an autonomous manner, whilst also being an enthusiastic team player, with the desire to help and support the team. You are an open communicator, with a flexible approach.

  • Educated to Degree level or equivalent in engineering related discipline (e.g. Mechanical, mining or aeronautical) within the last 12 months or expected to graduate from degree within the next 6 months
  • Proficiency with drafting and 3D modelling software such as AutoCAD, Inventor or equivalent
  • Strong MS Excel and MS Word skills
  • Knowledge of rotating machinery applications would be advantageous
  • Well-developed analytical and research skills
  • Ability to think proactively and independently solve problems, think laterally and identify corrective actions responding to technical queries relating to the plant design across a broad range of engineering skills including process, electrical, instrument, acoustic, structural, insulation and control.
  • Well-developed communication skills written and oral
  • High level organisational skills with the ability to work autonomously in a team environment and manage pressure and meet timelines

    • To express your interest in this position, please send your CV and cover letter by Friday 16th December 2022.

    The advantages of working at Howden:

    Worldwide business – Liaise with our colleagues in 27 countries.

    We offer global and local opportunities– 6000 employees and world leading engineers, who create cutting edge developments – You will be a part of over 160 years of innovation and development that continues today with our digital solutions.

    At Howden we have a strong corporate identity and purpose – You will be a member of our team, shaping the future of the world and tackling some of the most pressing issues facing the planet.

    Our products and organisation are Revolving Around You – Our culture promotes individual development to enhance our most important asset – our people.