Mechanical Engineer - Minor Vessel Capability

About the role

Raytheon Australia, a highly respected Australian company and global leader in innovation and technology, is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to support the Minor Vessel Capability for the Australian Defence Force. The role sits in the recurring services team, providing mechanical engineering services to support RAN vessels in sustainment and support their transition into service and through life. The position is hybrid, based at the Henderson site in Western Australia.

Key responsibilities

• Oversee mechanical discipline activities for the successful development and delivery of Engineering Changes for the Minor Vessel fleet.
• Perform design, analysis, implementation, testing and lifecycle support of nominated mechanical components, modules, subsystems and configuration items.
• Understand the operation and functional performance requirements of the mechanical hardware assigned.
• Assist and direct integration teams in resolving trouble reports involving mechanical issues.
• Review contractual documentation, identify project and product risks and escalate them using the project's defined processes.
• Initiate, recommend or provide solutions through the designated channels.
• Work within a matrix organisation, adhering to the processes, budgets and timetables set by the project plans.

Required profile

• Tertiary qualification in Mechanical or Mechatronic Engineering, with professional development sufficient to attain Chartered Professional Engineer (CPEng) recognition with Engineers Australia in a relevant stream, including the ability to attain RPEQ registration.
• At least five years' relevant experience, including mechanical discipline activities and one or more systems engineering practices such as requirements development, engineering design, design integration and verification and validation.
• Experience developing and reviewing mechanical engineering documentation such as calculations, CAD drawings, hazard logs, work instructions, test procedures and engineering reports.
• Experience in mechanical design and maintenance of maritime vessels, and knowledge of statutory regulations and classification rule sets.
• Eligibility to obtain and maintain a NV1 Defence Security Clearance.
• Ability to work autonomously and to collaborate with clients, peers, suppliers and senior leadership; ability to travel when required.