Senior Mechanical Engineer, Astronomical Instruments

University of Sydney; Sydney; On-site; AUD 113,000 - 123,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Sydney invites applications for a Senior Mechanical Specialist in the School of Physics, Camperdown Campus. You will provide specialist mechanical engineering support for complex astronomical instrumentation within Astralis-USyd, contributing from concept through MAIT to commissioning.

This role requires a degree in mechanical engineering, demonstrated CAD design and drawing skills, and proven capabilities in structural, thermal and kinematic analysis, preferably with

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or diploma in mechanical engineering or related discipline.
• Demonstrated CAD design and mechanical drawing production skills.
• Proven capability in structural, thermal and kinematic analysis for precision mechanical engineering.
• Proven track record in opto-mechanics or mechatronics for scientific instrumentation.
• Knowledge of and/or training in systems engineering practices for technical projects.
• Experience collaborating in a multi-disciplinary team and directing junior staff; external partner engagement.

Responsibilities

• Develop mechanical designs and parts drawings for instrument projects.
• Perform structural, thermal, vibration analyses and FEAs.
• Develop alignment, assembly, and test plans for verification and acceptance.
• Develop technical specifications for procurements and sourcing.
• Assemble, test and characterize mechanical parts and components of instruments.
• Produce documentation for reviews and manuals.
• Own requirements management, interface control, verification and product assurance from design to deployment.
• Collaborate with scientists and external partners.

Skills

CAD design

Mechanical drawing

Structural analysis

Thermal analysis

Kinematic analysis

Opto-mechanics

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering

Diploma in mechanical engineering

Job description

The University of Sydney invites applications for a Senior Mechanical Specialist in the School of Physics, Camperdown Campus. You will provide specialist mechanical engineering support for complex astronomical instrumentation within Astralis-USyd, contributing from concept through MAIT to commissioning.

This role requires a degree in mechanical engineering, demonstrated CAD design and drawing skills, and proven capabilities in structural, thermal and kinematic analysis, preferably with