Mechatronics Engineer — Smart Water Systems

GWA Group; Sydney; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

GWA Group is seeking a hands-on Mechatronics Engineer to join the Supply Chain & Innovation team in Prestons. The role focuses on designing, prototyping and validating electromechanical and connected water products from concept to production.

You will integrate sensors, actuators, electronics and control systems, working with firmware and software partners to ensure reliable connectivity and product behaviour. A degree in Mechatronic or Mechanical Engineering is required.

Qualifications

• Experience developing electromechanical or connected products from concept to production.
• Strong mechatronics fundamentals across mechanical design, electronics and embedded control.
• 3D CAD capability and practical electronics experience.
• Knowledge of connectivity technologies such as BLE, Wi‑Fi or LoRaWAN.
• An understanding of electrical safety, EMC and IP requirements.
• Experience with product certification, water and fluid handling applications would be a bonus.
• Rapid prototyping skills, including 3D printing and quick‑turn PCB fabrication and assembly.

Responsibilities

• Design, prototype and test electromechanical and connected products.
• Integrate sensors, actuators, motors, electronics and control systems.
• Work with firmware and software partners on connectivity and product behaviour.
• Build and test prototypes, using real evidence to refine designs.
• Support product testing, reliability and certification.
• Collaborate with technology partners, manufacturers and suppliers to bring designs to life.

Skills

Electromechanical design

Embedded control

Sensors & actuators

Connectivity knowledge

3D CAD

Electrical safety

Education

Mechatronic or Mechanical Engineering degree

Tools

CATIA

SolidWorks

ANSYS

3DEXPERIENCE

Job description

GWA Group is seeking a hands-on Mechatronics Engineer to join the Supply Chain & Innovation team in Prestons. The role focuses on designing, prototyping and validating electromechanical and connected water products from concept to production.

You will integrate sensors, actuators, electronics and control systems, working with firmware and software partners to ensure reliable connectivity and product behaviour. A degree in Mechatronic or Mechanical Engineering is required.