Chartered Engineer calculations for Playground Equipment and Designer Consultant

Chartered Structural/Mechanical Engineer – Ongoing Design & Compliance Consultant About Us We are an Australian manufacturer of premium steel backyard play equipment marketed under the Funky Monkey Bars brand. Our products are manufactured from powder-coated pre-galvanised steel and are designed for residential and commercial use, with future expansion into additional international markets. We are seeking an experienced Chartered Engineer to work with us on an ongoing consulting basis. We are looking to establish a long-term relationship with an engineer who can support new product development, with structural calculations, compliance documentation, and engineering advice as our product range evolves. Scope of Work The successful engineer will assist with: Structural design calculations for new and existing play equipment models. Verification of structural integrity and load capacities. Review and optimisation of existing designs. Engineering input during new product development. Advice on material selection, connection design and structural detailing. Preparation of engineering reports and supporting documentation. Review of drawings and manufacturing details. Assistance with risk assessments where required. Support during product testing and certification. Responding to engineering queries from certification bodies or testing laboratories. Standards Experience with the following standards is highly desirable: EN 71 Parts 1, 2, 3 and 8 European Domestic Standards EN 1176 Parts 1,2,7,8,9 and 10 European Commercial Standard AS/NZS 8124-4 and 6 Australian Domestic Standards) AS/NZS 4685 Australian Playground Equipment Standard F1148 USA domestic Standard F1147 USA commercial Standard Knowledge of related European, UK, USA and Australian engineering and safety standards for children’s play equipment will be highly regarded. Candidate Requirements Checklist Applicants should meet the following criteria: Professional Status & Qualifications Chartered Engineer status CEng or equivalent Degree in Mechanical, Structural or Civil Engineering Chartered status in the UK and/or Chartered Professional Engineer CPEng in Australia or eligible for recognition Technical Engineering Capability Experienced with Solidworks. Experience designing fabricated steel structures Experience with welded steel structures and bolted connections Ability to produce engineering calculations for certification purposes Competence in finite element analysis FEA and/or hand calculations Ability to review CAD models SolidWorks preferred but not essential Compliance & Industry Experience Experience with playground equipment, fitness equipment, or similar safety-critical products Experience supporting CE, UKCA, or other international product compliance programs Familiarity with EN 71, EN 1176, and/or AS/NZS 8124, AS/NZS 4685 standards Communication & Delivery Strong written English and technical reporting skills Ability to work remotely and communicate effectively Engagement Ongoing freelance consulting relationship Project-by-project allocation of work Flexible hours Remote working Opportunity for long-term collaboration as our product range expands When Applying Please include: Chartered Engineer registration details and country of registration Relevant experience in playground, structural steel, or product engineering Examples of similar projects where confidentiality permits Typical hourly or project rates Availability Experience with EN 71-8, EN 1176, AS 4685, AS 8124, ASTM F1148, ASTM 1147

Project ID: 40629874