ASC is Australia’s sovereign submarine company and what we do matters. Our team is committed to delivering Collins Class submarine sustainment that provides an agile and potent capability for the Royal Australian Navy.
About the opportunity
The successful Senior/Lead Mechanical Engineer will provide technical design expertise to ASC and the Royal Australian Navy in support of the Collins Class Submarine (CCSM) Life of Type Extension (LOTE) Program. The role will see the successful applicant taking responsibility for mechanical design, modification and integration of submarine auxiliary systems.
There are multiple Permanent, full time positions available for either a Senior or a Lead Mechanical Engineer.
Responsibilities
- Completion of complex calculations/analysis/modelling
- Design of a new systems, system redesign and sub-system/component design
- Development of new processes and tools to improve accuracy and efficiency of work
- Provision of technical direction throughout a design projects lifecycle
- Preparation of engineering documentation such as specifications, sketches, test procedures and engineering reports
- Review and approval of engineering artefacts
Skills & Experiences
- Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics or similar (Degree must satisfy membership requirements of the Institution of Engineers Australia at MIEAust level)
- Diploma in relevant engineering fields will be considered for Technical Officer placements
- Demonstrated analytical skills and technical knowledge in engineering
- Senior level experience in complex mechanical programs
- Systems engineering principles and there application in the design lifecycle
- Ability to prepare well-structured and concise reports on progress of the investigation / rectification work to various stakeholders
- Ability to work unsupervised and to lead a multi-discipline team of engineers and technical personnel
Eligibility
This role requires a current National Police Clearance, an Australian Defence Security Clearance and an ability to access protected US defence technology. Your eligibility for this role is dependent on you obtaining and maintaining such clearances and approvals. Whilst ASC will accept all applications for this role, as this role requires an ability to access protected US defence technology, applicants holding nationality of certain foreign countries will not be eligible.
To check your eligibility please visit the Australian Government Security Vetting Agency website.
About our offer
- Secure and long-term career prospects and exciting career opportunities
- Staff training and leadership development programs
- Additional 2 weeks of leave
- Paid parental leave
- Salary sacrificing options
- Paid defence reservist leave
- Flexible working arrangements
- Onsite cafeteria & parking
- Access to our onsite gym and wellbeing programs
- Annual flu vaccinations and onsite health centre
About ASC
ASC recognises that we are strengthened by diversity, and we are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to provide a work environment where everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect.
ASC has proudly served as Australia’s sovereign submarine builder and sustainer for over 35 years. We are an integral part of Australia’s maritime strategy and national security, and a trusted partner with sovereign design, build and sustainment capabilities.
Early applications are encouraged as shortlisting may commence immediately.
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