Solid Labs

Lead Mechanical Engineer

Mech Innovation Australia • Freelance

Jul 2020 - Present • 6 yrs 1 mo

At Mech Innovate Australia, As the Lead Mechanical Engineer: drives innovation from concept to commercialization, delivering high-performance mechanical solutions across consumer, industrial, and advanced engineering sectors. My role blends technical excellence, commercial insight, and creative problem-solving to transform ideas into manufacturable, cost-efficient, and market-ready products. The Lead Mechanical Engineer is responsible for: • End-to-end mechanical design & development • Engineering cost estimation & value optimization • Product innovation across multiple industries • Leadership of design standards, compliance & quality • Client collaboration & technical advisory specialize in standard production design to fully customized engineering solutions, ensuring every project meets performance, cost, and manufacturability targets. Core Responsibilities 1. Advanced Mechanical Machine Design 2. Engineering Cost Estimation & Commercial Optimization 3. Product Appliance Mechanical Design 4. Multi-Industry Engineering Expertise Automotive Product Design • Mechanical components & assemblies • Brackets, housings, enclosures • Lightweight structure optimization • Vibration & fatigue analysis Aerospace Component Engineering • Precision mechanical parts • Lightweight structural systems • High-strength material selection • Compliance-oriented design approach Toys & Consumer Products • Safety-focused mechanical design • Impact-resistant structures • Child-safe assembly mechanisms • High-volume production design Industrial & Machine Systems • Custom automation machines • Conveyor & handling systems • Fabrication & welded structures • Maintenance-friendly design 5. Standard to Custom Product Development 6. Technical Tools & Methodology