Mechanical Engineer - Us Deployments

Asc; Pearl City (HI); On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Be paid to work, train and live in the

Housing assistance

Relocation support

Return to ASC in WA

Job summary

ASC, Australia''s submarine company, invites skilled engineers to undertake long‑term, world‑leading training in Pearl Harbor, Hawaii, with a path to permanent relocation to Perth, WA. The role focuses on fluid systems across submarine environments, combining classroom and on‑the‑job training.

The 29‑month deployment begins in April 2027, after which successful candidates return to Western Australia to manage maintenance on United States Navy Virginia Class submarines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering.
• Minimum 2 years post-graduate experience in mechanical engineering.
• Desirable experience with hydraulic systems.
• Ability to complete 29 months training in Hawaii and relocate to Perth, WA.
• Australian citizenship required.
• Ability to obtain and maintain NV1 defence clearance.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex calculations and design modifications for fluid 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, including on-board work.
• Ensure compliance with NAVSEA security and safety regulations.

Skills

Fluid systems design

Piping systems

Hydraulic systems

NV1 defence clearance

Australian citizenship

Education

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering

2 years post-graduate mechanical engineering experience

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 will return 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.