About the Opportunity

As a Mechanical Engineer you are responsible to provide and support the Design and Drafting of a vessel from concept through to delivery, on time and on budget within the Austal Defence Australia (ADA) and is expected to provide output which satisfies the standards of Austal, the client and regulatory authorities.

About Austal

Austal is Australia’s global shipbuilder, Defence prime contractor, and maritime technology partner of choice. We design, construct, and support defence and commercial vessels for the world’s leading operators with operations spanning Australia, the USA, Philippines, and Vietnam.

Under the Strategic Shipbuilding Agreement, Austal is leading a new era of continuous naval shipbuilding in Western Australia. We’re driving innovation, supporting sovereign capability, and creating long-term opportunities for Australian industry and workers.

Learn more at austal.com/ssa

This is your opportunity to contribute to projects of national significance. The maritime is now.

What’s Involved

• Produce accurate information and documentation, ensuring vessel design complies with relevant regulatory authorities, specifications, and customer requirements.
• Manage design inputs from third parties such as drawings, certifications, and manuals.
• Monitor task schedules and proactively track progress and upcoming deliverables.
• Seek and implement improvements in design processes and product quality.
• Design exhaust systems, propulsion systems, domestic systems, cooling systems, hydraulic systems, and fire systems.
• Prepare design drawings, including calculations and schematics.
• Select and requisition machinery.

You’ll Need

• Bachelor of Engineering (Mechanical / Mechatronics)
• AutoCAD skills
• Understanding of the Production methods and practical application of design
• Knowledge of regulatory body Rules and Regulations requirements.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive compensation and benefits package.
• Professional development and training opportunities.
• A supportive and dynamic work environment.
• Opportunities for career advancement within our growing organisation.

At Austal we are committed to providing a safe and inclusive work environment for all. We believe that achieving greater diversity will enhance our operations and as such we actively encourage Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islanders, people of all backgrounds, ages, sexual orientation, and those with Disability to apply.

Learn more at Careers at Austal Australia | Austal: Australia