Lead Mechanical Engineer - Auxiliary Systems
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About the Opportunity
We have a great opportunity for a Lead Mechanical Engineer – Auxiliary to join the Hunter Class Frigate Program.
This role can be performed out of Adelaide, Victoria, NSW, Queensland or Perth.
If you are based outside of Adelaide, occasional travel to Osborne may be required.
You will be responsible for working within the team on mechanical auxiliary systems, specifically on auxiliary piping.
As a senior/lead member you will play a mentoring role to other engineers, providing guidance and support with tasks and overall leadership to the broader team.
Demonstrated experience operating in a people leadership or senior position is required.
Key Responsibilities Lead the engineering outputs of the mechanical engineering auxiliary team
Manage and lead a small team of multi‑disciplinary engineers
Develop mechanical auxiliary system equipment to meet established requirements, including participating in design reviews
Prepare and present optimized Mechanical Auxiliary system and/or equipment detail designs in design reviews
Support the translation of the Mechanical Auxiliary system and/or equipment design into a manufacturable solution and incorporate changes as required
Undertake integration and validation of the Mechanical Auxiliary system and/or equipment design, contributing to the integration and validation plans and reports
Support Mechanical Auxiliary systems and/or equipment qualification activities to ensure the product meets all requirements, including safety and regulatory requirements Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronic Engineering or Aerospace Engineering (maritime experience may be considered suitable in lieu of a degree)
Demonstrated leadership experience managing a team and providing day‑to‑day support to a team
Experience in a maritime/marine defence environment is highly advantageous
Extensive background in the design, maintenance and troubleshooting of auxiliary piping
Excellent communication skills for stakeholder engagement and documentation writing
Strong problem‑solving skills
Ability to prioritise individual work and the team's workload, multitask various issues and demands
Current NV1 Clearance or eligibility to obtain
Eligibility to be cleared for International Traffic in Arms (ITAR) regulations Benefits & Flexibility
We embrace flexible work arrangements, including working a 9‑day fortnight and/or hybrid working.
Employment Security & Clearance
As a Defence security clearance is required for this role.
Applicants must be Australian citizens and either possess or be eligible to obtain and maintain appropriate clearances.
International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) are applicable and may affect suitability.
Further information regarding security clearances can be found on our website.
Equal Opportunity Statement
We welcome applicants from all people regardless of sex, gender identity, race, ethnicity, disability, pregnancy, age, or other lived experience; and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people for all positions.
We are proud to be recognised as an employer of choice for women by WORK180.
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