Precision Mechanical Engineering Expert
2 days ago
About the Role
Macquarie University is seeking a highly skilled Precision Mechanical Engineering Expert to join our team at Australian Astronomical Optics - Macquarie (AAO-MQ). This exciting opportunity involves leading and delivering precision opto-mechanical elements of significant scientific instruments for use on international astronomy facilities.
The successful candidate will be responsible for:
- Leading the opto-mechanical engineering design and delivery of projects from inception through fabrication, testing, assembly, commissioning, and handover.
- Ensuring thorough documentation and detailing of all opto-mechanical project elements, including design, fabrication artefacts, and plans.
- Working closely with Project Managers to ensure timely delivery of project artefacts within budget and agreed specifications.
- Mentoring, advising, and guiding other engineers in the team, as well as collaborating with AAO teams and international consortium partners to resolve engineering and technical challenges.
- Developing, analysing, and managing specific concepts, systems, and project subsystems to deliver results within agreed project timelines.
About You
To be successful in this role, you will have a Master's or Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or a closely related discipline. You will possess deep and broad experience as a specialist technical Mechanical Engineer with excellent skills in opto-mechanical modelling, analysis, and CAD design, as well as mechanical drawing and the full production lifecycle.
You will also have experience working on telescopes, in vacuum and cryogenic precision instrumentation, FEA, thermal and vibration analysis and management, and working knowledge of Zemax optical analysis. As an excellent communicator with a proactive nature, flexible, and able to work individually or as part of a larger team, you will be well-suited to this dynamic role.
About Us
Australian Astronomical Optics - Macquarie (AAO-MQ) has established a reputation for precision engineering capability and expertise within astronomy instrumentation across optical, mechanical, and electronic precision engineering. As part of our expansive new vision, we aim to build on the University's existing strengths in astronomy, photonics, laser technology, microfabrication, applied optics, and sensing communications, with a focus on increasing industry engagement, identifying opportunities to apply our expertise to medicine and defence, and expanding our presence in the fields of optics and sensing.
This role offers a competitive salary package, estimated to be in the range of $125,000-$140,000 per annum, plus 17% superannuation and annual leave loading, as well as opportunities for career growth and professional development in a dynamic and collaborative environment.
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