Mechanical Engineer | SA-Osborne Naval Shipyard

Job description

At BAE Systems Australia

• Do interesting work that MATTERS
• ENJOY what you do
• GROW your career
• Be YOU

We work in a thriving sector – one that puts us at the forefront of exciting and meaningful work. Every day we push boundaries to produce some of the world's most innovative and ground breaking technology. Individually we all contribute to our success. Collectively we make the impossible possible.

Recognised for delivering projects of global and national significance that help keep Australia safe, it is our shared passion that shapes our culture, and our people that make it a great place to work.

About the OPPORTUNITY

We have an exciting opportunity for a Mechanical Engineer to join our Hunter Class Frigate program based at Osborne Naval Shipyard, South Australia reporting to the Manufacturing Engineering Delivery Lead.

This opportunity is open to Mechanical Engineers with a strong interest in shipboard mechanical and marine systems – commonly known as Maritime Platform Systems. A background in Maritime Engineering, Naval Architecture, Mechanical Aerospace, or Mechatronic Engineering is highly advantageous.

The role will suit someone who is keen to build a long-term career specialising in mechanical systems integration within a shipbuilding production environment.

Key responsibilities include:

• Working within the Platform Installation & Integration team, within Manufacturing Engineering, you will learn and apply the fundamentals of naval ship construction.
• Lead the development of installation strategies for key Platform Systems.
• Work with a wide range of stakeholders across the engineering value stream to develop artefacts that can ultimately be used by the workers on the production floor.
• Develop process and installation instructions from the simplest to the most complex of items in consultation with various stakeholders. Your role will be to bridge the gap between design engineering and the production workforce to ensure design intent is transformed into functional, practical instructions for the delivery on the production floor.
• See your equipment from delivery into the shipyard through installation onto the ship and supporting all the way through to handover to the commissioning department.
• Receive training, both internal and external, and exposure to different experiences with the objective of developing subject matter expertise in ship's platform systems.
• Engage with customers and stakeholders for designing, planning and execution of engineering activities and projects.

About YOU

• Have an interest in Maritime Platform Systems – shipboard mechanical and marine systems.
• Understand the role of manufacturing engineering, also known as production engineering, in a shipyard environment.
• Be highly motivated to achieve best results, working as a member of a team, and autonomously when required.
• Possess a naturally analytical, evidence-based approach to problem solving.
• Excellent communication (both written and verbal) and interpersonal skills, with the ability to develop good relationships and collaborate effectively with stakeholders to achieve good business outcomes.
• Possess a diploma or bachelor degree in Mechanical Engineering or other relevant discipline. Considerable and relevant shipbuilding experience will be considered in lieu of this.
• Be curious and open minded, whilst maintaining a healthy scepticism in the absence of solid evidence.

We believe in hiring for potential, we know that some candidates hesitate if they don't tick all the boxes.  If this role interests you, but you don't meet all the criteria, we still encourage you to apply.

We embrace flexible work arrangements at BAE Systems Australia, such as working a 9-day fortnight and/ or hybrid working.

About US

You will be joining a workplace that truly cares about your wellbeing.

Our people are diverse and we value the variety of perspectives this brings, we know that a culture that is inclusive and fosters a sense of belonging is a place we can all make the most of our unique talents and be our best.

As Australia's largest defence company in a rapidly growing sector, you will be connected into a global team and encouraged to explore where your career might take you whether that is a traditional career path or squiggly one, there are infinite possibilities for you at BAE Systems Australia. 

BAE Systems recognises the sacrifices of those who have served our Nation and their families.  We support our veteran community through our internal veteran network (VetNet Australia) and strong charitable partnerships, internal offerings including reserve service leave, a Veteran Mentoring Program and other exclusive offerings available through our strategic partners.

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.

Awarded the 2024 Quarter 1 Benchmarcx Triple R- Excellence In Candidate Experience Certification. As a member of the Circle Back Initiative we commit to respond to every applicant.

To learn more about our competitive employee benefits, flexibility, other employment opportunities and what to expect from our recruitment process please visit: www.baesystemscareers.com.au

Clearances

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. Further information regarding security clearances.

International Traffic In Arms Regulations (ITAR) are applicable and as such, your nationality may be a factor in determining your suitability for this role. Please visit this webpage for more information.