The Role:

It’s an exciting time to be joining Navantia Australia, one of Australia’s leading companies in the Maritime Sustainment industry.

Navantia Australia currently has an exciting opportunity for an Engineer specialising in Diesel and Propulsion to join the team out of its Garden Island, Sydney office. The SME Engineer will be responsible for leading engineering projects within the DSC program, specifically focusing on diesel engine systems. This role involves overseeing the design, development, and implementation of diesel engine solutions to meet project requirements. The Senior SME Engineer (Diesel Engines) will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure the successful delivery of projects on time and within budget.

To be successful in the role, you will have a can-do attitude and be proactive in your approach. In return you will be part of a successful team who promotes a fun and team-oriented team environment.

In this role, you will:

- Lead diesel engine engineering projects from concept to completion.
- Develop and implement diesel engine solutions to meet project requirements.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including marketing, IT, and customer service.
- Ensure projects are completed on time and within budget.
- Provide technical guidance and support to junior engineers.
- Conduct regular project reviews and provide updates to stakeholders.
- Ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.reports.
- Engage in field work to support engineering tasks as required.
- Support Asset Management requirements including Life Cycle Cost investigations,



Reliability activities and the Lifecycle Optimisation Cell.
- Manage and coordinate the test and evaluation processes related to platform systems.

As the ideal candidate, you will have:

- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related field.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in engineering, preferably in the naval/shipbuilding industry.
- Strong knowledge of diesel engine systems and safety engineering requirements.
- Ability to work independently and communicate effectively with stakeholders.
- Demonstrated ability to manage time and conduct oneself professionally.

- Australian Citizenship holding or eligible for an Australian Government Security Vetting Agency (AGSVA) Defence Security Clearance.

What it’s like to work with Navantia Australia

Navantia Australia plays a key part in the Australian government’s Naval Shipbuilding Plan, we are committed to growing Australia’s shipbuilding and sustainment capability and we want you to grow your career with us. We recognise that it’s our people who are our greatest asset and are committed to giving all employees the opportunity to grow their skills, gain valuable experience, develop professionally, and work on exciting diverse projects.



We pride ourselves on being an equal opportunity employer and embrace culture of corporate diversity and workplace innovation.

We provide a range of benefits including:

- Company Paid Parental Leave (12 weeks Primary Carer / 2 weeks Secondary Carer)
- Navantia Australia Flexible Work Policy (Up to 2 days per week Work From Home)
- Company paid Defence Reservist Leave – 4 weeks
- Employee Discounts Portal offering discounts from major retailers
- Salary sacrifice for Superannuation
- Novated Lease
- Training opportunities
- ​​​​​​​Spanish language classes
- Quarterly Employee Achievement Award
- Company paid shuttle bus from Garden Island < > Kings Cross Station
- Weekly fruit boxes all sites
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

About Us:

Navantia Australia specialises in project management, engineering services and through life support in the naval shipbuilding domain. We provide the Royal Australian Navy (Navy) with cross platform solutions through our heritage and evolved capability as an Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) and our platform integration expertise.

As the designer and through participation in the Destroyer Guided Missile (DDG), Auxiliary Oiler Replenishment (AOR), Landing Helicopter Dock (LHD) and LHD Landing Craft (LLC) programs, Navantia Australia has been a vital part of interesting, innovative and cutting-edge shipbuilding and sustainment activities. Navantia Australia also supports the Navy through provision of design compliant and product engineering upgrades to meet demands for capability advancements to accommodate for new and emerging threats.

📌 Engineer – Senior Diesel & Propulsion (Sydney)
🏢 Navantia Australia Pty
📍 Sydney