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The Opportunity

• Are you an experienced mechanical engineer?
• Have you managed large & complex projects?
• Join the hub of marine & environmental science research at CSIRO in Hobart

As a Mechanical Engineer on our team, you will be part of the Engineering and Technology Program of the National Collections and Marine Infrastructure (NCMI) Business Unit and will focus on the design of mechanical systems to support science within the Business Unit and CSIRO.

You will be responsible for the development of solutions for a wide variety of ocean and atmospheric observing systems to meet science needs. This will primarily involve the design of mechanical systems and you will have responsibility at all stages of the design process, from project definition to project completion. Where appropriate, you will manage projects, ensuring on-time and on-budget delivery of unique science tools, as well as managing specifications and reconciling their change against project delivery.

Our team consists of exceptionally talented multidisciplinary engineers and technicians. In this role, you will be expected to solve design problems and challenges that are on the borders of the possible, developing solutions for deployment in some of the harshest conditions on the planet.  You will also need to be comfortable working at sea for multi-day field trips when required.

Your duties will include:

• Developing achievable engineering solutions to the science driven design & building projects in the areas of Mechanical, Structural and Ocean Engineering. 
• Providing project management for design & build projects as required.
• Planning, organising and monitoring the allocation of resources and participate in project planning with responsibility for major aspects of the project.
• Liaising with clients to determine needs and improve service, taking responsibility for solving problems in a timely manner to ensure client satisfaction.

Location: Hobart, TAS
Salary: AU$85k - AU$96k plus up to 15.4% superannuation
Tenure: Indefinite
Reference: 73863

To be considered you will need:

• A Bachelor of Engineering with substantial experience as a mechanical engineer or equivalent relevant work experience.
• Exceptional project management skills, including ability to manage and deliver projects, particularly those of increasing complexity due to size and/or conflicting delivery criteria. 
• The capacity to solve complex engineering problems encountered during the design and build of mechanical systems. 
• The capability to produce engineering drawings using industry standard 3D design packages and analyses from FE tools demonstrating fundamental structural mechanics principles.
• The ability to:
  • Manage resources, direct activities and allocate tasks to meet objectives in a timely manner.
  • Manage ambiguity and lack of clarity and adapt to changing circumstances and responsibilities.
• Clear and accurate written and oral communication skills whilst being sensitive to the interests and priorities of stakeholders.
• Ability to work in teams to achieve objectives and to collaborate with other teams and industry partners.

For full details about this role please review the Position Description.

Eligibility

To be eligible for this role, you must be an Australian or New Zealand Citizen, or Australian Permanent Resident currently residing in Australia.

The successful applicant will be required to:

• Obtain and provide a National Police Check or equivalent
• Undertake and pass a Seagoing Medical, as well as be willing and able to work at sea for multi-day field trips when required.

Flexible Working Arrangements

We work flexibly at CSIRO, offering a range of options for how, when and where you work. 

Diversity and Inclusion

We are working hard to recruit people representing the diversity across our society, and ensure that all our people feel supported to do their best work and feel empowered to let their ideas flourish. 

About CSIRO

At CSIRO Australia's national science agency, we solve the greatest challenges through innovative science and technology. We put the safety and wellbeing of our people above all else and earn trust everywhere because we only deal in facts. We collaborate widely and generously and deliver solutions with real impact. 

Join us and start creating tomorrow today!

How to Apply

Please apply on-line and provide a cover letter and CV that best demonstrate your motivation and ability to meet the requirements of this role.

Applications Close

Tuesday 29th June 2021, 11:00pm AEST