Manufacturing Process Engineer

Description

MANUFACTURING PROCESS ENGINEER

Exciting career move for the right candidate as we build a second factory in Adelaide; this role will work across both sites.

5B, one of the few companies with all functions on Australian shores, Design, Test, and Build, with locations in Sydney and Adelaide. Keep manufacturing on Australian shores.

Great career opportunities for females, with gender diversity at 27.8%

Introduction to 5B and 5B Maverick:

5B is an Australian technology business. Our name is a constant reminder of the 5 billion

years of sunshine we have left, and motivates us to strive for the simplest, most effective

ways to leverage this resource.

We’re transforming large-scale solar by building and delivering the 5B Maverick, an

innovative prefabricated solution, purpose-built and optimised from first principles to

redefine how large-scale solar farms are constructed. The solution is structurally efficient,

aerodynamic and gets installed at light speed.

5B was recently awarded AUD 46 million in funding from the Australian Renewable

Energy Agency (ARENA), with a significant portion of this funding dedicated to a large

R&D and Product Development program to further optimise the solution and accelerate

Its delivery.

For more company information, please visit: https://5b.co/

Primary purpose of role:

The Manufacturing Process Engineer role sits within the Supply Chain team, reporting

directly to the Maintenance/Technical Manager. This role is Adelaide-based with some

limited travel as required.

The Adelaide Production team is committed to establishing and implementing “Gold”

standard for production facilities globally, building 5B Mavericks and & manufacturing

proprietary components and will achieve that by demonstrating capability.

The role will be an important contributor to the success of the Adelaide mission by:

• Working closely with the Production Team to establish and support quality at the source and continuous improvement of process and production efficiency using Lean Principles and Manufacturing Best Practices.

• Working closely with Product Industrialisation and assisting in the development of core manufacturing technologies and capabilities. This will include prototyping, testing, manual jigging for assembly method development and development of vendor relationships.

Core accountabilities:

• Collaborate with production to boost plant efficiency and OEE through automation and fault resolution.
• Lead PFMEA for new production and continuous improvement projects.
• Manage electronic design documentation for accuracy and accessibility.
• Support Design for Manufacture and technology release with the Product Industrialisation team.
• Oversee the modification and manufacture of special-purpose and robotic equipment.
• Develop quality documentation (SOP, PPAP, PCP, ICL) and assist in supplier validation.
• Optimise plant layouts, workflow, and material flow for productivity.

The ideal candidate:

1. Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical, Mechatronics, or Manufacturing Engineering

2. Experience

• Minimum 2 years in a high-volume manufacturing environment (Solar, Automotive, or Aerospace preferred).
• Experience in process equipment and product design and design for improvement in manufacturing
• Proficient with various CAD systems (Solidworks 3D, Inventor 3D and AutoCAD 2D)
• Knowledge of automation/robotics processes, ability to read / write / integrate

3. Key Skills

Production Efficiency & Optimisation

• You will improve production performance by identifying bottlenecks, streamlining workflows and increasing throughput. You will lead teams in applying Lean tools such as 5S, Kaizen, Value Stream Mapping and SMED, while developing clear SOPs and work instructions to ensure consistent, efficient operations across all shifts.

Quality Assurance & Control

• Ensure high-quality, reliable production by leading root cause investigations into defects using structured methodologies such as 8D, 5 Whys and Fishbone analysis. You will actively monitor yield, scrap rates and production KPIs, implementing effective controls to achieve “Right First Time” manufacturing. This role also oversees the commissioning and validation (IQ/OQ/PQ) of new equipment to ensure robust, compliant and repeatable processes.3. Design for Manufacture (DfM) & Machine Improvement

Design for Manufacture (DfM) & Machine Improvement

• Support Design for Manufacture by acting as the critical link between the production floor and Design Engineering, ensuring products are optimised for efficient, high-quality manufacture. You will develop practical design and manufacturing solutions, including jigs, fixtures and automation to improve safety, precision and productivity, while applying a strong understanding of precision part tolerances, as well as driving continuous improvement through machine upgrades and modifications that reduce downtime and maintenance costs.

Why 5B?

At 5B, you will work on globally impactful technology with a team that values first principles thinking, speed, and practical innovation. We offer flexible working, progressive leave and parental policies, and benefits that support life beyond work, all in a mission-driven, high-growth environment.