Since 1977, King Living has pioneered quality Australian design, continually pushing the boundaries of what furniture can achieve. Designed to adapt to our changing lives and last for generations, our furniture marries the power of innovation with traditional handcrafted methods. 
 
King Living has expanded from a homegrown business into a global brand. A family owned and run Australian company headquartered from our Support Centre in Sydney, our Showrooms and manufacturing centres span Australia, New Zealand, United Kingdom, Canada, Singapore, Malaysia, China, and Thailand. 
 
At King Living, we are dedicated to creating simplicity and balance in both our living spaces and our work environment. We take pride in our past accomplishments and are thrilled by the possibilities of the future. 
 
The Opportunity 
The Senior Product Engineer plays a critical role in driving the development and optimisation of products within a design, manufacturing, and retail business. They will collaborate with cross-functional teams to transform creative concepts into feasible, high-quality, and customer-focused products. This role involves refining designs for scalability, ensuring efficient manufacturing processes, and maintaining strict quality standards. A key focus is on solving technical challenges, improving product performance, and aligning designs with customer expectations and market trends. The Senior Product Engineer will also lead innovation by exploring new materials and technologies while ensuring compliance with industry regulations and sustainability goals. 
Using their electrical engineering and mechatronics experience, the Senior Product Engineer will act as a vital link between design, production, and retail teams, delivering products that embody the brand’s vision and meet commercial objectives. 
 
The Role: 

• Collaborate with designers, local R&D and global R&D to develop and refine designs for manufacturing feasibility 
• Oversee the creation and testing of prototypes to ensure functionality, durability, and quality. 
• Refine designs for large-scale manufacturing and optimise production processes. 
• Identify and resolve technical challenges in design and production. 
• Ensure all products comply with industry standards, safety regulations, and sustainability goals. 
• Establish and maintain quality control procedures to deliver consistent product performance. 
• Investigate product failures or defects and implement corrective actions. 
• Analyse customer feedback and market trends to inform product improvements and new designs. 
• Drive innovation by researching and integrating new materials, techniques, and technologies. 
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and cross-functional teams. 
• Manage project timelines and resources to meet development goals. 
• Collaborate with marketing and retail teams to ensure product alignment with brand values and customer needs. 
• Continuously review and improve existing products and processes to enhance efficiency and market relevance 

About you  
 

• Degree in electrical engineering or mechatronics
• 7+ years of experience, ideally within the furniture or automotive industry 
• Experience in motion projects 
• Ability to use SolidWorks or equivalent CAD software 
• Ability to analyse data to implement changes to improve designs 
• Manage deadlines and expectations when working on multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timelines and deliverables are met. 
• Demonstrate a strong understanding of material performance 
• Demonstrate a positive and motivated mindset 
• Communicate clearly and positively with all departments 
• Ability to build relationships with diverse stakeholders 
• Team player who establishes strong working relationships and collaborates with others to achieve goals 
• Sound conflict resolution and problem-solving skills 

 
King Living Benefits and Our Offer to You 

• Career development and ongoing product training 
• Supportive and friendly team environment with a true family feel 
• Generous employee, family, and friends ‘product discounts 
• Discounted health insurance, retail brands and vouchers 
• Paid Parental leave. 
• Australian owned company with a growing global footprint 
• EAP to support your ongoing health and wellbeing. 

This role is based on-site at our Design & Support Centre in Turrella NSW. Free parking is available to all team members.  

King Living is an equal opportunity employer, all applicants will be considered regardless of your race, sexuality, religion, colour, gender identity or parental status. 
 
To be considered for this role you must be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident with full working rights to work and live in Australia.