Senior Equipment and Outfit Engineer
Opportunity in Sydney or open to Canberra/ Melbourne/ Perth (Rockingham) - Defence Industry
Your new company
A leading defence engineering organisation supporting major Royal Australian Navy platforms is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to join its Sydney‑based team. The organisation operates within a long‑term design support and sustainment program, delivering complex electrical and control systems solutions across in‑service naval vessels.
Your new role
Reporting to the Project Engineering Manager, you will provide senior‑level outfit and equipment engineering support across ship platforms. This role focuses on the design, integration and assurance of shipboard equipment, spaces and auxiliary systems, working closely with multidisciplinary engineering teams and key stakeholders.
Key responsibilities include:
Delivering outfit and equipment design solutions for ship platforms, including:
Compartment and space arrangements
Structural closures and fire protection
Deck layouts, equipment arrangements, ladders and platforms
Cargo handling, mooring and anchoring systems
Minor foundations, coatings and deck coverings
Developing and reviewing engineering documentation, including drawings, reports, impact assessments and specifications
Supporting requirements analysis, verification and compliance activities
Ensuring designs meet classification society rules, IMO and relevant Australian standards
Planning and coordinating engineering activities from concept through to delivery
Participating in design coordination and design review meetings with internal teams and clients
Undertaking design studies and analysis using 3D modelling, hull design and engineering software tools
Supporting onboard installation activities, including scopes of work, installation packages and test procedures
Liaising with internal stakeholders, clients and subcontractors
Managing assigned tasks, schedules and priorities within a project environment
What you'll need to succeed
Strong experience in equipment and outfit design for ships or complex industrial platforms
Understanding of shipboard mechanical and auxiliary systems (e.g. propulsion interfaces, hydraulics, piping, cranes, HVAC, fire systems)
Experience working to classification society and regulatory requirements
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and design documentation
Experience using CAD / 3D modelling tools such as AutoCAD or MicroStation
Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills
Ability to work autonomously, manage competing priorities and deliver in a high‑pressure environment
Eligibility to obtain and maintain NV1 security clearance
What you'll get in return
A long‑term, stable role supporting complex naval platforms
A senior technical position with real influence over shipboard electrical design and integration
Opportunity to mentor engineers and contribute to capability development
Competitive salary package aligned to experience
Work within a structured, well‑supported defence program environment
What you need to do now
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