Mechanical/Piping Designer Draftsperson

Overview

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We currently have multiple opportunities for 12-month Fixed Term Mechanical/Piping Designers or Draftspersons across all experience levels on our Hunter Class Frigate Program. No previous shipbuilding experience is required.

What this opportunity will mean for you

• Performing purposeful work where your efforts are recognized in an environment enabling you to thrive
• World class career opportunities, as our biggest project is YOU Your success is our success
• Accessibility to flexible working arrangements that will provide you with balance and a lifestyle that fosters wellbeing
• Access to our competitive employee benefits program that are designed to better support you
• Being part of a workplace culture that is safe, inclusive and takes pride in their company values

Your new role

BAE Systems Maritime Australia has been contracted to deliver nine of the world's most advanced anti-submarine warfare frigates to the Royal Australian Navy. The Hunter Class Frigate Program will create and sustain more than 5,000 jobs across BAE Systems and the wider Australian Defence supply chain over the life of the program.

As part of our international Detail Design team, you will create and integrate high-quality 3D piping system models and 2D production outputs using advanced digital shipbuilding toolsets. These outputs directly enable the production workforce in our Osborne shipyard, and subcontractors across Australia, to manufacture and install the complex mechanical and piping systems of the Hunter Class Frigates.

Whether you're starting out, developing your skills, or bringing decades of piping design expertise, this is your chance to work on Australia's most complex shipbuilding program and leave a lasting mark on our nation's naval capability.

Responsibilities

Depending on your role in the team, your specific responsibilities will include:

Officer Level (Entry Level – TAFE Graduate or less than 2 year experience)

• Develop skills in creating piping layouts and isometric drawings under supervision.
• Assist with system integration and spatial coordination in a 3D design environment.
• Support the team in problem investigations and propose practical solutions.
• Build technical competence by engaging with experienced designers and staying up to date with standards and technologies.

Intermediate Level (between 2 and 10 years of experience)

• Produce accurate piping system models, fabrication drawings, and installation details in accordance with engineering and quality standards.
• Ensure all deliverables meet project requirements for safety, accuracy, and constructability.
• Collaborate with engineers, production, and other design disciplines to resolve integration challenges.
• Contribute to design reviews, identify improvements, and apply lessons learned to future work.

About You

• Demonstrated experience in the design and integration of piping systems in a 3D CAD environment.
• Proven ability to produce fabrication, spool, and installation drawings for mechanical/piping systems.
• Proficiency in 2D and 3D CAD tools (AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Inventor, Creo, Siemens NX, REVIT, or similar).
• Diploma of Engineering (Technical) or equivalent relevant industry experience
• Strong communication skills to work effectively in multi-disciplinary teams:
• Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Excel capabilities (e.g. design registers, reporting).
• Desirable: Trade background or piping design experience in shipbuilding, oil & gas, or heavy industry.

About Us

We embrace flexible work arrangements at BAE Systems Australia, such as working a 9-day fortnight and hybrid working.

Our people are diverse and we value the variety of perspectives this brings, we know that a culture that is inclusive and fosters a sense of belonging is a place we can all make the most of our unique talents and be our best.

BAE Systems recognises the sacrifices of those who have served our Nation and their families. We support our veteran community through our internal veteran network (VetNet Australia) and strong charitable partnerships, internal offerings including reserve service leave, a Veteran Mentoring Program and other exclusive offerings available through our strategic partners.

We welcome applicants from all people regardless of sex, gender identity, race, ethnicity, disability, pregnancy, age, or other lived experience; and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people for all positions. We are proud to be recognised as an employer of choice for women by WORK180.

Clearances: A Defence security clearance is required for this role, applicants must be Australian citizens and either possess or be eligible to obtain and maintain appropriate clearances. ITAR applies and nationality may be a factor in suitability.

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