Lead Precision Opto-Mechanical Engineer for Astronomical Instrumentation

8 hours ago

North Ryde, New South Wales, Australia Macquarie University Full time

Job Description


Australia's leading astronomy research institution, Macquarie University, is seeking a highly skilled Senior Mechanical Engineer to join their esteemed team.



About the Role

This exciting opportunity will see you taking on a lead role in developing and delivering precision opto-mechanical elements of significant scientific instruments for use on international astronomy facilities.



Main Responsibilities

  • Lead the opto-mechanical engineering design and delivery of projects from inception to handover, ensuring timely completion and adherence to project specifications.
  • Ensure thorough documentation and detailing of all project elements, including design, fabrication artefacts, and test plans.
  • Work closely with Project Managers to deliver project artefacts on time, within budget, and to agreed specifications.
  • Mentor and guide junior engineers, as well as collaborate with other AAO teams and international consortium partners to resolve engineering and technical challenges.
  • Develop, analyse, and manage specific concepts, systems, and project subsystems, ensuring delivery to 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 field, along with deep and broad experience as a specialist technical Mechanical Engineer.



Requirements

  • Excellent skills in opto-mechanical modelling, analysis, and CAD design, as well as mechanical drawing and the full production lifecycle.
  • Experience working on telescopes, in vacuum and cryogenic precision instrumentation, FEA, thermal and vibration analysis, and management.
  • Working knowledge of Zemax optical analysis.
  • An excellent communicator with a proactive nature, flexible, and able to work individually or as part of a larger team.


About Us

Macquarie University is Australia's premier astronomy research institution, established over many decades for its precision engineering capability and expertise within astronomy instrumentation.



What We Offer

In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a dynamic and collaborative work environment, opportunities for professional growth and development, and a chance to contribute to cutting-edge research in astronomical instrumentation.



Salary Package: $115,030 - $127,995 per annum (HEW Level 8), plus 17% superannuation and annual leave loading.

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