We work in an environment that is interesting and meaningful. We’re Australia’s submarine company, and everyday we’re supporting the Royal Australian Navy to protect Australia’s national security and to bring its submariners home safely.

If you are looking for a role that makes a difference, we’ll provide you with the opportunity to grow your career that offers flexibility and security to balance life and work. It’s why working at ASC is like no other job. It’s a deeper purpose that we can all be proud of.

About the Opportunity

The Lead/Senior Mechanical Engineer will support the Collins Class Submarine Life of Type Extension (LOTE) program, as a member of the team responsible for integrating the Replacement Diesel Generator and Impacted Systems Projects into the Submarine.

This role is a permanent full time opportunity, based from Osborne.

Responsibilities

• Undertake engineering assessments, documented through formal Engineering Reports
• Assess and treat technical risks within a Defence Technical Seaworthiness framework
• Participate in the technical review of Vendor Furnished Information
• Verification of System Requirements
• Support the generation and review of Detailed Design Drawings

About you

• Four-year bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or similar satisfying that satisfy membership of Engineers Australia (or equivalent) at MIEAust level
• Experience with Submarine Power Generation, Auxiliary and Safety Systems
• Experience applying Australian and International standards
• Knowledge of Systems Engineering
• You possess excellent written and oral communication skills
• You can set appropriate priorities and work standards, managing multiple parallel tasks with high personal organization

Eligibility

This role requires a current National Police Clearance, an Australian Defence Security Clearance and an ability to access protected US defence technology. Your eligibility for this role is dependent on you obtaining and maintaining such clearances and approvals.

Whilst ASC will accept all applications for this role, as this role requires an ability to access protected US defence technology, applicants holding nationality of certain foreign countries will not be eligible.

To check your eligibility please visit the Australian Government Security Vetting Agency website.

Benefits

• Unique and challenging work with a deeper purpose.
• Secure and long-term career opportunities that provide a deeper purpose.
• Flexibility over how, when and where you work for the best work- life balance.
• 10 days additional leave every year so you can rest and recharge.
• Generous parental leave so you can give your family the focus it deserves.
• Subsidised childcare to ease the financial pressure on your family.
• Health and wellbeing initiatives so you can perform at your best at work.
• Volunteer leave, so you can contribute back to the community.
• Paid reservist leave to support our nation’s defence capabilities.
• Professional development opportunities to advance your career.
• A diverse and supportive environment where you can thrive.
• Discounts and exclusive offers from leading Australian brands to help you save.

About ASC

ASC has served as Australia’s submarine builder and sustainer for over 35 years. ASC built the Collins Class submarines and now sustains the fleet in Osborne, South Australia and in Henderson, Western Australia. Supported by its predominantly Australian supply chain and a highly skilled workforce, we deliver submarine capability and availability to the Royal Australian Navy.

Apply today for a career with a deeper purpose.

Early applications are encouraged as shortlisting may commence immediately.