Mechanical Engineer - US Deployments

ASC Pty Ltd; Garden Island; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid US deployment

Housing assistance

Relocation support

Return to ASC employment after US tour

Extensive benefits

Job summary

ASC Pty Ltd in Australia is offering a unique overseas opportunity for a Mechanical Engineer specialising in fluid systems. The role involves world-class training abroad, with placements in April 2027 for about 29 months, followed by permanent relocation to Perth, WA.

You will work on hydraulic, piping, HVAC and pneumatic systems, perform calculations, site inspections, prepare reports, and support shipyard activities in the US Navy program, with security clearances required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering (mandatory).
• Minimum 2 years of post-graduate experience in mechanical engineering (mandatory).
• Experience with hydraulic systems desirable.
• Willingness to complete 29 months training in Hawaii and relocate to Perth, WA.
• Australian Citizenship (mandatory).
• Ability to obtain and maintain NV1 defence clearance.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex calculations and design modifications for fluid mechanical systems (piping, HVAC, hydraulic, pneumatic).
• Conduct on-site inspections of ship systems to assess condition and troubleshoot.
• Prepare cost estimates, technical reports, and schedules.
• Provide hands-on support in a shipyard environment, possibly on board vessels.
• Ensure compliance with NAVSEA security and safety protocols.

Skills

Hydraulic systems experience

Piping design

HVAC systems

Pneumatic systems

Education

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering

Job description

Have you always wanted to work overseas? Are you looking to expand your career with the opportunity to receive world-class training?

An exciting career awaits you at ASC, Australia's submarine company - the sustainer of Australia's conventionally armed, nuclear-powered submarines in the AUKUS partnership. To deliver on this new and exciting work, we are seeking skilled trades individuals to undertake long-term, world-leading training in Pearl Harbor, Hawaii, U.S.

Placements are available in April 2027 and will be approximately 29 months in duration

Responsibilities

As a Mechanical Engineer specialising in fluid systems, you will:

• Perform complex calculations and design modifications for all fluid mechanical systems, including piping, HVAC, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
• Conduct on-site inspections of ship systems to assess condition, troubleshoot malfunctions, and recommend repairs or upgrades.
• Prepare cost estimates, technical reports, and schedules.
• Provide hands-on support in a shipyard environment, which may include working on board vessels
• Ensure compliance with security regulations and safety protocols in accordance with NAVSEA.

Eligibility Criteria

The successful applicant must possess:

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering (mandatory)
• Minimum 2 years of post-graduate experience in mechanical engineering (mandatory)
• Previous experience working on hydraulic systems (desirable)
• Ability to complete 29 months training in Hawaii, followed by permanent relocation to Perth, WA
• Australian Citizenship (mandatory)
• An ability to obtain and maintain a NV1 defence clearance
• An ability to obtain and maintain a NV1 defence clearance

Additional Details

During deployment, you will receive on the job training combined with instructor led classroom training. This training program and work is carried out in accordance with company and US Navy processes and procedures.

At the completion of your deployment, you willreturn to Western Australia (WA)to carry out the planning, management, and in-water maintenance activities on the United States Navy Virginia Class Submarines.

Repatriation to WA is non-negotiable, so please consider this when applying.

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.

Please note: This is a Civilian role and recruitment processes will differ from those undertaken in Active Service Defence recruitment.

Benefits

We’re here to support you prior to departing for the US and when you are overseas. As an ASC employee working in the US, you will have access to a host of great benefits:

• Be paid to work, train, and live in the United States
• Work on US Virginia Class nuclear-powered submarines and learn cutting-edge nuclear technology
• Have access to benefits and entitlements to support relocation and your time living and working in the US (such as cost-of-living allowances, housing assistance, family assistance)
• Return home to a secure job with ASC in the future nuclear-powered submarine program
• Access to ASC’s extensive employment benefits

Next Steps

Shortlisted applicants will be contacted to organise a phone call for a further discussion to the opportunity.

Early applications are encouraged as shortlisting may commence immediately.