Position Details

• Fixed term until April 2027 | Full-Time
• Higher Education Officer Level 6 | $89,773 - $95,718 p.a.
• Location: Tonsley
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About the Role

Join the multi-disciplinary Engineering Services Team within the College of Science & Engineering, where the Computer Systems Engineer supports the College of Science and Engineering by delivering high-quality technical solutions across teaching and research. The role involves designing and programming embedded systems, developing software interfaces, and providing support for a wide range of equipment and systems used in labs and workshops.

This is a broad and hands-on position suited to someone with strong software expertise who enjoys problem-solving and working across diverse technologies. From developing custom tools to troubleshooting and repairing equipment, you'll play a key role in keeping learning and research environments running smoothly.

In addition to the above, the Computer Systems Engineer will also:

• Developing and maintaining software solutions, optimizing software and firmware for a diverse range of products, including microcontrollers, PLCs, and both Windows and Linux-based PC systems.
• Provide advice, recommendations and feedback to staff & students on engineering software, operation of equipment, safety and practical engineering design considerations within teaching, research and other College supported activities.
• Develop innovative embedded solutions, designing, developing, and commissioning specialised electronic systems, including complex software and firmware for science and engineering applications, working collaboratively with stakeholders and team members.
• Safety and compliance, preparing Workplace Health & Safety documentation to maintain a secure and effective working environment.
  
  

About You

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Computer Systems Engineer to join our team. As the successful candidate, you will hold a qualification in Electronic or Computer Systems Engineering (recognised by Engineers Australia).

You will have excellent problem-solving and communication skills, along with the ability to work collaboratively with academic staff, researchers, and students. You will thrive in a dynamic environment where your problem-solving skills, initiative, and proactive attitude will be key to supporting innovative teaching and research.

As the successful candidate, you will also demonstrate:

• Experience in programming microcontrollers, PLC's and PC applications.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as C/C++, Python and Labview
• The ability to liaise with a broad range of staff and students together with a demonstrated enthusiasm for customer service and the support of other team members.
• Experience in delivering electronic designs including embedded systems & software interfaces to devices connected through internet, wireless, Ethernet, USB, CAN, SPI and I2C communications channels.
• Understanding of electronic circuits and their applications.
• Experience implementing control systems and embedded signal processing algorithms (desirable).
• Electronics design skills using Altium (desirable).
  
  

About the College of Science and Engineering

At the College of Science and Engineering we believe in the power of science and engineering to solve real world problems. We strive to advance fundamental science, to create new technologies, and to work across discipline boundaries. Our interests scale from the sub-atomic through to entire oceans, forests and beyond. We seek to understand the past, but also to create the world of the future. Our College is an exciting place to research, study, and work, supported by best practice teaching methods, practical work-related learning, and advanced facilities.

Life at Flinders

We're transforming and investing in people and facilities to create contemporary, stimulating, and satisfying learning and work environments that reflect our core values of excellence, innovation, courage, and integrity. Flinders is refocusing its strategic priorities with the aim of elevating its performance to be a top ten Australian university, and amongst the top 1% in the world.

Reaching beyond the limits of buildings, borders, and backgrounds, ours is an inclusive culture that believes absolutely in equality and opportunity for all. We don't just accommodate differences; we embrace and celebrate them. So, why work at Flinders?

• 17% Superannuation + salary packaging options
• Flexible working arrangements
• Wide range of professional development activities and services
• We embrace diversity and promote equity and inclusion for all students and staff
• Vibrant campus life and amenities including on campus health care services, gymand childcare centre (Bedford Park, South Australia).
  
  

Prescribed Conditions for Employment

• A valid National Police Certificate which is satisfactory to the University will also be required before the successful applicant can commence in this position.
  
  

How to Apply and Information

• To apply online, please visit the Jobs@Flinders website via the job portal: JR0000013478 Computer Systems Engineer
• You are required to submit your CV and Cover Letter.
• For more information regarding this position, we strongly encourage you to contact Anthony Papageorgiou.
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Applications to be submitted before 10:00 pm (ACDT), Sunday, 8 June 2025.

Please note, late applications and applications sent via agencies will not be accepted.

At Flinders we embrace and celebrate diversity and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people of all ages, ethnicities, abilities, sexual orientations, and gender identities.