Mechanical Engineering Specialist

Professional; Canberra; On-site; AUD 124,000 - 133,000; Full time

Job summary

The Australian National University (ANU) seeks a Mechanical Engineering Specialist to provide expert technical leadership for the instrumentation program within RSAA. The role covers mechanical and opto-mechanical design, validation of systems and maintenance of critical equipment.

As part of the Advanced Instrumentation and Technology Centre (AITC), you will collaborate with researchers and stakeholders, applying rigorous engineering practices in a dynamic, defence-export controlled

Qualifications

• Specialist mechanical engineering expertise for instrumentation projects.
• Experience in mechanical and opto‑mechanical design.
• Knowledge of validation techniques and maintenance of mechanical systems.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialist technical management in support of the instrumentation program.
• Design, development, validation and maintenance for RSAA projects and activities.

Skills

Mechanical design

Opto-mechanical design

System validation techniques

Maintenance of mechanical systems

Job description

14d ago , from Australian National University

Classification: ANU Officer Grade 8 (Specialist)
Salary package: $124,392 - $133,017 per annum plus 17% superannuation
Terms: Full Time, Fixed Term (until March 2027)

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The Position

The successful candidate will provide specialist technical management skill in support of the instrumentation program in the area of mechanical engineering. This position will provide design; development, validation and maintenance expertise for approved RSAA technical projects and activities.

The Person

We are looking for a qualified Mechanical Engineering Specialist with experience in mechanical and opto-mechanical design, system validation techniques and maintenance of mechanical or opto-mechanical systems. A strong team player with excellent interpersonal skills and the capacity to quickly develop productive, professional relationships with colleagues and stakeholders. Highly developed organisational skills and effective self-management are key.

The School

Learn more about the ground-breaking research and work class facilities of the Advanced Instrumentation and Technology Centre (AITC) within the Research School of Astronomy and Astrophysics (RSAA), see here.

For further information please contact, Mr Gaston Gausachs, Mechanical Engineering Group Lead, T: [phone], E: ***************@anu.edu.au

The University actively encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. For more information on employment opportunities, contact our Indigenous Employment Consultant on ***************@anu.edu.au

ANU values diversity and inclusion and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to people of all backgrounds and identities. For more information about staff equity at ANU see here. For enquiries about the application process, or if you require reasonable adjustment to apply for this role, please contact the hiring manager on the above listed details.

The committee will consider candidates who do not meet one or more aspects of the selection criteria.

Please note: Applicants must be Australian citizens or permanent residents and be able to maintain all necessary clearances and authorisations required to work within defence export controlled environment. They willbe required to complete mandatory pre-employment declarations and background checks relevant to the role they have applied for, in accordance with the Background Checking Procedure and the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-Based Violence.