Job Description

Lead Mechanical Engineer - Precision Systems About the role n

A growing Australian engineering company working on advanced, high-technology hardware is looking for a Lead / Senior Mechanical Engineer to take ownership of precision mechanical design across its programs - the kind of engineer who thrives on tight tolerances, hard requirements, and hardware that has to perform reliably in demanding environments.

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This is a Canberra-based, on-site role. We know the best person may not already live there, so relocation support is available for the right candidate anywhere in Australia.

What you'll do n

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Own mechanical design of precision hardware from concept through to manufacture and test
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Lead structural and thermal analysis (FEA) to validate designs against demanding performance and environmental requirements
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Drive tolerance stack-ups, GD&T; and design-for-manufacture on tight-tolerance assemblies
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Run design reviews and work across multiple engineering disciplines and manufacturing
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Engage suppliers on precision components,



and take hardware from prototype to qualified build
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What we're looking for nn
Degree in Mechanical Engineering or similar, with strong hands-on precision design experience
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A track record of designing to fine tolerances - we're interested in people from aerospace, semiconductor, defence, medical devices, scientific instruments, or other high-precision fields
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Robust FEA capability (ANSYS or similar) and CAD proficiency in SolidWorks
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Confidence owning designs end-to-end and, for the lead level, guiding other engineers
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Australian citizenship is required, as the role involves obtaining an Australian Government security clearance (sponsored on commencement)
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You'll work on genuinely advanced technology in a quick-growing team, with real technical ownership from day one, relocation support, and a transparent path to security clearance.

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Applicants must be Australian citizens to be eligible for the required security clearance.

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