Autonomous Specialist

NovAtel Inc.; Perth; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

Hexagon invites applications for an Autonomous Specialist to support the deployment, operation and continuous improvement of autonomous haulage technology in a large-scale mining environment. The role rotates across multiple technical disciplines within the Autonomous Technology Engineering team on a fixed-term 2-year assignment, with fly-in fly-out from Perth, Western Australia.

Reporting to the Autonomous Technology Engineering Supervisor, you will gain hands-on experience across development

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in STEM disciplines such as Mechatronics, Electrical, Technology or Engineering.
• Analytical and problem-solving abilities to interpret technical data.
• Understanding of test, validation and verification stages of technology development.

Responsibilities

• Support deployment, operation and continuous improvement of autonomous haulage technology.
• Assist with data analysis to improve system performance and reliability.
• Support commissioning and optimization of server and network infrastructure for autonomous operations.
• Implement and maintain security measures to protect systems from threats.
• Operate and monitor autonomous road trains across haulage stages.
• Assist with route optimization to improve efficiency and reduce fuel consumption.
• Provide real-time monitoring, tracking, reporting and operational support.

Skills

Analytical skills

Test & validation

Team collaboration

Problem solving

FIFO roster

Customer-centric

Autonomy

Education

Bachelor's degree in STEM

Job description

Overview

We are Hexagon. At Hexagon, we do not just measure the world - we define its future. As the global leader in measurement technologies, we provide the confidence that vital industries rely on to build, navigate, and innovate.

The Company: Hexagon Autonomous Solution's

specifically delivers mining, autonomy, and high-precision positioning solutions that enable autonomous operations. Our product portfolio empowers customers to operate with confidence in challenging environments.

The Project:

Hexagon have partnered with our mining client to develop an autonomous haulage solution for a will deploy and operate a world-first fleet of 120 fully Autonomous Road Trains to carry ore 150km to the Port. The solution, which includes drive-by-wire technology and an autonomous management system, is a truck-agnostic, full-site solution designed to streamline vehicle movement in road-train haulage.

Responsibilities

The Position:

Reporting to the Autonomous Technology Engineering Supervisor, this role will support the deployment, operation, and continuous improvement of world-first autonomous haulage technology while rotating across multiple technical disciplines within our Autonomous Technology Engineering team.

This position will rotate across teams involved across the development and deployment stages of the project and product development, providing you opportunity to gain valuable and diverse hands on experience in large scale greenfield technology projects.

This opportunity is a Fixed Term 2yr assignment Fly in Fly Out on a 8:6 roster to Onslow, point of hire Perth, Western Australia.

AsAutonomous Specialistyou will be responsible for these activities:

• Support the installation, commissioning, operation, and continuous improvement of Hexagon's onboard autonomous technology across autonomous and driven vehicle fleets.
• Assist with data analysis activities to improve system performance, reliability, and operational outcomes.
• Support commissioning and optimization of server and network infrastructure used for autonomous operations.
• Implement and maintain security measures that protect systems from unauthorized access, data breaches, and cyber threats.
• Operate and monitor autonomous road trains throughout all stages of the haulage process, including loading, travelling, tipping, refuelling, and marshalling.
• Support route optimization activities to improve operational efficiency, reduce fuel consumption, and minimize road wear.
• Provide real-time monitoring, tracking, reporting, and operational support for autonomous haulage activities.

At Hexagon we are a fast growing innovative and dynamic business that will offer you endless opportunities you seek - Whether you're looking to take the first step or the next challenge in your career, you've come to the right place

Qualifications

About you

We are looking for a recent graduates, early career or general engineering professionals who are passionate about the advancement of autonomy in large scale mining operations. This opportunity will offer you to work hands on across a unique integrated autonomous solution combing multi system software and hardware infrastructure

In addition, we are seeking those with the following skills or attributes.

• Bachelor's degree in a STEM discipline including Mechatronics, Electrical, Technology, Engineering,
• Analytical and problem-solving abilities with the capability to understand and interpret technical data.
• Able to work in a new technology project, understanding of test, validation and verification stages of technology development
• Ability to work effectively in a highly collaborative team environment.
• Passionate about problem solving and troubleshooting in new environments
• Ability to work a fly-in, fly-out roster
• Proven success in collaborating in a customer centric, solution focused engagement
• Valid Australian working rights: Permanent Resident or Australian Citizen

Not sure if you meet all the qualifications for this role? Let us decide! At Hexagon, we are committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment. If you're excited about the opportunities this role could bring, we encourage you to apply.

We are committed to being a diverse workplace that mirrors the international nature of our business, with employees, customers and suppliers working across the world in more than 50 countries.