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# Test Engineer (Contract) at Quad Lock

- **Company:** Quad Lock
- **Location:** Melbourne, Australia
- **Employment:** contract
- **Work type:** hybrid
- **Posted:** 2026-08-19
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-08
- **Apply:** https://jobs.lever.co/quadlock/6ac77d4a-83bf-4dae-aa3e-c95f200049fb

## Job description

## About Quad Lock 🚀

Quad Lock is one of Australia’s fastest-growing companies and a certified Great Place to Work. Based in Melbourne, Quad Lock revolutionised the smartphone mounting game with our patented case-based mounting system. Originally launched in 2011, the Quad Lock range now includes mounts for Cycling, Motorcycling, Driving, Running, Marine and a range of Lifestyle options. To date, millions of Quad Lock products have been shipped to over 100 countries and sales continue to grow worldwide at a rapid pace.

## About our People 👥

At Quad Lock not only do we work hard and love what we do, we are also a great bunch of people with a diverse range of interests. We have keen cyclists and motorbike riders, runners and car enthusiasts (of course). But did you know we also have movie buffs, musicians, and entrepreneurs, but most importantly we’re all super proud to be part of the Quad Lock team.

## About the Role 💭

As our Test Engineer at Quad Lock, you'll join our Test & Validation team and collaborate closely with Design and Manufacturing to develop and execute test plans that validate products before they go to market. This is a hands-on role. You'll need a strong foundational knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and electronic systems, and a genuine curiosity for how things work and where they might fail.

This is a 12-month fixed-term contract role, suited to a mechanically minded, hands-on engineer who takes a practical approach to problem solving.

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## What You'll Do ⚙️

- Collaborate with product designers and manufacturing engineers to develop requirements for new products.
- Develop product-specific tests to validate the design of new products, ensuring they meet the requirements.
- Design and physically build testing jigs and fixtures required for execution of testing.
- Perform mechanical and electronic testing using laboratory and workshop test equipment.
- Utilise industrial data acquisition systems for measurement and recording of test data.
- Process and understand gathered data to generate results for further analysis.
- Assess test results against initial criteria and consider implications of unexpected outcomes.
- Present test results, conclusions and outcomes to the broader Engineering and Design teams.
- Work flexibly within the Test & Validation team to manage multiple competing projects/priorities.
- Maintain the cleanliness and organisation of the laboratory and workshop areas.

## What You'll Bring 🤝

- Proven experience in a testing/mechanical/manufacturing engineering role.
- Strong foundational knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems.
- Proficient with 3D CAD modelling for design of test rigs (SolidWorks preferred).
- Excellent attention to detail and communication skills.
- Bachelor of Engineering (Mechanical / Electronic).
- Strong initiative, inquisitive nature and can-do attitude.
- Experience with industrial control and instrumentation (DAQ / PLC etc.), preferred.
- Experience with commercial, automotive or defence industry testing standards, preferred.
- Experience with workshop tooling and equipment (mill, lathe, power tools), preferred.

What it’s like to work at Quad Lock 👀 At Quad Lock our customers mean the world to us but so does our team, by joining us you’ll be able to take advantage of the amazing perks we have on offer:

🌏 Flexible ways of working to fit your lifestyle 🏃‍♀️ Health & Wellbeing allowance to invest in your wellbeing 📱 Technology allowance to stay connected 🥑 Weekly lunch on us to enhance your team connections 🧠 Dedicated learning & development allowance for continuous growth 🫶 Volunteer Leave to support causes you’re passionate about 🌐 Employee Assistance Program for team members and their families

You’ll join a highly cohesive vibrant and collaborative culture in a business where you can continue to build your skill set. This is a chance to grow and develop your career whilst working in an environment with like-minded colleagues that love what they do, encourage and promote innovation and bring a contagious energy to work every day!

Join the Team: Quad Lock is an equal opportunity employer, committed to supporting a diverse and inclusive work environment. If you're looking to grow your career with us, we'd love to hear from you! Don’t be afraid to stand out, back your achievements and show us what makes you the best candidate for the role. Even if you don’t meet every single requirement, we encourage you to apply!

To apply, select the ‘Apply Now’ button below and tell us a bit about yourself, your experience and what interests you in the role.

## About Quad Lock

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: Quad Lock designs and manufactures a patented, case-based smartphone mounting system that securely attaches devices to bikes, motorcycles, cars, and other gear for active lifestyles.
- **Entity Type**: Private
- **Headquarters**: South Yarra, Victoria, Australia
- **Founded**: 2012
- **Founders**: Chris Peters and Rob Ward

## Core Business
- **Primary industry**: Consumer Goods / Outdoor & Active Lifestyle Accessories
- **Target customers**: B2C and B2B; primarily active lifestyle enthusiasts (cyclists, motorcyclists, runners, drivers, aviators) and retail/industry partners
- **Mission/purpose**: "To make every day and every adventure better, inspiring the adventurer in all of us."

## Products & Services
- **Quad Lock MAG™ Case**: The flagship product — a smartphone case with a secure, twist-and-lock mounting mechanism; compatible with iPhone, Samsung Galaxy, Google Pixel, and Huawei devices.
- **Mounts & Accessories**: Specialized mounts for cycling (handlebar, stem, out-front), motorcycling (handlebar, mirror stem, tank), driving (dashboard, vent, CD slot, suction cup), running (armband), and aviation (yoke/clamp).
- **Quad Lock MAG™ Ecosystem**: A magnetic mounting system that works with the existing twist-lock range, offering fast attachment and detachment.
- **Lifestyle Products**: Ponchos, gloves, sunglasses, and other adventure-ready accessories.

## Market Standing
- **Valuation**: Not publicly disclosed
- **Total Funding**: Approximately $121,000 USD (Seed rounds in 2011 and 2012; one Private Equity round in August 2020)
- **Notable Investors/Partners**: Backed by a single investor in the 2020 PE round; not widely disclosed. Partnerships include professional athletes and brand ambassadors (e.g., professional MTB riders).
- **Growth Signals**:
  - Shipped "millions of products to over 100 countries" [quadlockcase.com.au](https://www.quadlockcase.com.au/pages/careers)
  - 80% of sales now originate outside Australia
  - 104 employees (+8.1% YoY growth)
  - Active job postings up 600% year-over-year (7 open roles as of reporting)
  - CEO Andrew Poole driving expansion into specialty retail and industry partnerships

## Competitive Advantages
- **Patented Dual-Stage Lock™ Mechanism**: A secure, vibration-dampening twist-lock system that is unique to Quad Lock and difficult to replicate.
- **Strong Brand Loyalty & Community**: Over 85,100 reviews on their US site, with high customer satisfaction and repeat purchase behavior.
- **Global Distribution**: Products sold in over 100 countries with localized e-commerce and fulfillment.
- **First-Mover in Premium Smartphone Mounting**: Established category credibility since 2012 Kickstarter launch.

## Strategic Focus
- **Global Expansion**: Leveraging 80% international sales to enter new markets, especially specialty retail (cycling, motorcycle shops) and industry partnerships.
- **Product Innovation**: Expanding the MAG™ ecosystem and developing new mount categories (aviation, running, lifestyle).
- **Talent Growth**: Hiring across product design, engineering, marketing, and key account management to support scaling operations.
- **Sustainability & Community**: Emphasizing adventure culture and building a loyal ambassador/advocate network.

## Why Work Here
- **Culture**: Values include "Build Relationships Respectfully," "Celebrate Diversity," and "Support and Succeed Together." Recognized as a Great Place to Work in Australia. [greatplacetowork.com.au](https://greatplacetowork.com.au/companies/quad-lock/)
- **Flexibility**: Hybrid working model; office located in South Yarra (Melbourne) with vibrant, collaborative spaces, bike storage, end-of-trip facilities, and public holiday flexibility. [quadlockcase.com.au](https://www.quadlockcase.com.au/pages/careers)
- **Perks**:
  - Wellness: Parental leave, annual wellness allowance, Employee Assistance Program, Pink Elephant leave (paid miscarriage/pregnancy loss)
  - Technology: Annual technology allowance, work-from-home setup support, employee friends & family discount
  - Learning & Development: Annual L&D allowance, study leave, annual performance reviews
- **Team Structure**: 7 open roles (Head of Brand Comms, Senior Product Engineer, Key Account Manager, Content & Social Media Specialist, etc.) with a 600% YoY increase in hiring. Eng team is 20 people (17% of workforce).
- **Global Team**: Distributed across 9 countries (Australia, US, Denmark, Sweden, Mexico, UK, NZ, India, China) — diverse and international.

## Sources
1. [quadlockcase.com.au - Careers Page](https://www.quadlockcase.com.au/pages/careers)
2. [LinkedIn - Quad Lock Company Profile](https://au.linkedin.com/company/quadlock)
3. [quadlockcase.com - Official US Store](https://www.quadlockcase.com/)
4. [Great Place to Work Australia - Quad Lock](https://greatplacetowork.com.au/companies/quad-lock/)
5. [Built In - Quad Lock Careers](https://builtin.com/company/quad-lock)

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