Business Details
9 Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Engineering Solutions in Melbourne
Alternative Engineering is a leading Melbourne-based engineering service and manufacturing company specialising in high-capacity production environments across diverse industries, with particular expertise in the Food & Beverage sector. Our team of design engineers and project engineers combine technical knowledge with 30 years of industry experience to deliver sound advice, innovative solutions, and exceptional customer service. We prioritise technical expertise, reliability, and quality engineering outcomes, as evidenced by our growing client list and partnerships with major companies like Treasury Wine Estates and Nestle. Our commitment to innovation is supported by an active research and development department that stays at the forefront of engineering design technologies.We maintain an open, professional working relationship with clients, ensuring tailored solutions that enhance production efficiency, reduce costs, and address complex technical challenges. Our team's proactive approach and deep understanding of industrial requirements enable us to provide timely responses and implement large-scale engineering projects with multiple stakeholders. Client testimonials highlight our attention to detail, consultative approach, and ability to deliver sustainable improvements in production processes.
Services
Engineering Plastics
Container Handling
Plastic Fabrication
Metal Fabrication
Machine Guarding
Reverse Engineering
Machining
CNC Routing
Laser Cutting
Waterjet Cutting
Details
- Year established: 2017
Highlights and features
- We have 30 years of experience in engineering plastics and container handling solutions.
- Our team provides technical expertise in high-capacity production environments.
- We deliver innovative design and quality engineering outcomes for complex projects.
- Our consultative approach ensures tailored solutions for large-scale operations.
- We maintain a strong focus on safety and compliance with OH&S standards.
What people say
Excellent attention to detail
Sustainable improvement in operations
High-quality engineering outcomes
Professional on-site approach
Timely project implementation
Services
Engineering Plastics
We provide precision-engineered plastic components for bottling and food processing industries. Our expertise in material selection ensures durable, chemical-resistant parts that improve production efficiency. With 30 years of experience, we deliver custom solutions that reduce downtime and enhance operational performance.
Container Handling
Our container handling solutions optimise production line efficiency through precision-engineered components. We specialise in reducing changeover times and improving line speed while maintaining compliance with safety standards. Our team provides onsite consultation and rapid spare part supply for continuous operations.
Metal Fabrication
We deliver high-precision metal fabrication services with expertise in design and manufacturing. Our solutions incorporate safety features and best practices to ensure quality outcomes. We provide tailored metal components that meet exact specifications for industrial applications.
Machine Guarding
Our machine guarding solutions ensure workplace safety compliance while minimising production downtime. We design and install guarding systems that meet current OH&S standards, reducing risks while maintaining operational efficiency in manufacturing environments.
Reverse Engineering
We recreate CAD models for obsolete components using advanced measurement technology. Our reverse engineering services restore production capacity by providing precision-engineered replacement parts, even without original design documentation.
People
Greg Bradley
Owner & Managing Director
With 30 years in engineering, Greg leads strategic direction and ensures quality outcomes across all projects.
Peter Hetherington
Technical Engineer
Specialising in technical solutions, Peter provides expert engineering support and problem-solving for complex projects.
Cassie Walsh
Office Administration
Cassie manages operational coordination, ensuring smooth communication between clients and engineering teams.
Jarred Baines
Project Engineer
Jarred oversees project execution, delivering tailored engineering solutions that meet client specifications and deadlines.
Juan Martinez
Production Manager
Juan manages production processes, ensuring precision manufacturing and quality control across all deliverables.
Questions
What industries do you specialise in?
We specialise in Food & Beverage, bottling, pharmaceutical, and manufacturing industries requiring precision engineering solutions.
Do you handle large-scale engineering projects?
Yes, we implement site-wide projects with multiple stakeholders, as demonstrated by our work with Nestle.
How do you ensure component quality?
We use precision engineering techniques and material conformance reports to guarantee first-time fit and durability.
Can you assist with obsolete part replacement?
Our reverse engineering services create CAD models for replacement parts using portable coordinate measuring technology.
What safety standards do you follow?
We ensure all machine guarding equipment meets current OH&S guidelines and industry compliance requirements.
Reviews (2)
D. Metro
Jun 30, 2016
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Recently my brother and I had a project we asked Russell if he could design some air dynamic guards for our 1972 Gran Torino Boss 429 in the engine bay a strange request but Russell took the challenge and the end result was fantastic so to Russel and staff who worked on our project at Alternative Engineering a very big thank you ...see you on the next one..Petro and Stefan
Logan Vesty
May 25, 2016
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I have been here a few times to purchase material, whilst I have not utilized the majority of their services i have always found the customer service to be refreshing. Most recently I went in and spoke with a staff member (Russel, i believe) and he helped me with a design problem I had. It was great that he took time out of his day to look over my design and give me some advise. I was very impressed.
