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About the Opportunity

Based in Henderson the Senior Mechanical Engineer will be responsible for supporting and delivering mechanical design and drafting services across all phases of commercial vessel development from concept through to final delivery. Your work will be instrumental in ensuring projects are completed on time, within budget, and in full compliance with Austal’s quality standards, client expectations, and regulatory requirements.

About Austal

Austal is Australia’s global shipbuilder, Defence prime contractor; and maritime technology partner of choice. We design, construct, and support defence and commercial vessels for the world’s leading operators with operations spanning Australia, the USA, Philippines, and Vietnam. With operations spanning multiple sites, Austal offers diverse career opportunities in trades, maintenance, engineering support, project services, corporate functions and operational delivery.

Under the Strategic Shipbuilding Agreement, Austal is leading a new era of continuous naval shipbuilding in Western Australia. We’re driving innovation, supporting sovereign capability, and creating long-term opportunities for Australian industry and workers.

Learn more at austal.com/ssa

This is your opportunity to contribute to projects of national significance. The maritime is now.

What’s involved

• Produce accurate information and documentation ensuring vessel design complies with relevant regulatory authorities, specifications and customer requirements
• Leading and supervise design groups
• Manage design inputs from third parties such as drawings, certifications and manuals
• Monitor task schedules and proactively track progress and upcoming deliverables.
• Seek and implement improvements in design processes and product quality
• Detail design of exhaust systems, propulsion systems, domestic systems, cooling systems, hydraulic systems and fire systems
• Preparation of design drawings including calculations and schematics
• Selection and requisition of Machinery

You’ll need

• Bachelor of Engineering Mechanical or Mechatronics
• Advanced AutoCAD skills
• Solid understanding of production methods and the practical application of design
• 5 to10 years' experience in a similar capacity

Why Join Us?

• Competitive compensation and benefits package.
• Professional development and training opportunities.
• A supportive and dynamic work environment.
• Opportunities for career advancement within our growing organisation.

At Austal we are committed to providing a safe and inclusive work environment for all. We believe that achieving greater diversity will enhance our operations and as such we actively encourage Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islanders, people of all backgrounds, ages, sexual orientation, and those with Disability to apply. Veterans are also encouraged to apply.

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At ABB, we help industries run leaner and cleaner—and every person here makes that happen. You’ll be empowered to lead, supported to grow, and proud of the impact we create together. Join us and help run what runs the world.

This position reports to:

Operations Manager - BL Excitation(AMEA)__

Your role and responsibilities

Act as Excitation commissioning engineer of projects with low to medium complexity. Ensure completion of all commissioning activities efficiently and cost-effectively, in accordance with contract specifications, quality standards, and safety requirements.

You will be mainly accountable for:

• Contribute to planning and implementation of Excitation/Synchro commissioning/engineering activities, identifying and developing new processes, techniques and solutions to meet current and emerging customer and business needs
• Participate in internal project review meetings and provide technical inputs while managing customer relations at senior levels to deliver customized solutions that meet project requirements
• Ensure approval of plant acceptance criteria, open issues closure, performance tests and adherence to safety standards
• Lead risk and opportunity assessments for assigned projects, identify and report potential risks, evaluate mitigation options, and conduct Safety Observation tours to mitigate HSE hazards
• Impart training and coach project teams towards safe working practices, contribute to continuous improvement of project processes, and actively share lessons learned to the knowledge repository
• Create standard processes, tools, work plans and cost estimates in line with strategic priorities, ensuring all commissioning activities comply with required safety regulations and contractual requirements
• Support Project Managers/Site Managers in issuing claims (new scope of work, cost impact, time impact, risk quantifications etc.) and may manage commissioning teams as required
• Manage external organizations to ensure availability of commissioning equipment, systems, or services in coordination with Supply Chain function, Project Manager and/or Site Manager

Our team dynamics

You will work as part of a dynamic, project-focused team within the Energy Industries Division. You'll collaborate closely with Project Managers, Site Managers, and technical specialists across multiple locations. Your role involves mentoring junior team members while supporting senior leadership in delivering complex projects on schedule and within budget. The team environment emphasizes safety, innovation, and continuous improvement, with regular knowledge-sharing sessions and collaborative problem-solving approaches.

Qualifications for the role

• More than 5 years of experience on small, medium and large ABB Excitation system (UNITROL and SYNCHROTACT family) engineering and commissioning, or equivalent experience with other similar systems
• Holding certification on ABB excitation system commissioning will be given first preference
• Collaborative, solution-focused approach
• Strong written and spoken communication skills in English
• Grid code models simulation software experiences (PSSE, PSCAD & other)

What's in it for you?

This is a unique opportunity to work at the forefront of energy transition and industrial innovation. As a Commissioning Engineer in the Energy Industries Division, you'll play a critical role in delivering integrated solutions that help traditional and emerging industries decarbonize and optimize their operations. You'll gain exposure to cutting-edge excitation and synchronization technology while contributing to projects that impact power generation, chemical processing, and beyond. The role offers significant technical growth through exposure to complex systems, advanced simulation software, and the opportunity to lead and mentor engineering teams on challenging projects.

More about us

The Energy Industries Division serves a wide range of industrial sectors, including hydrocarbons, chemicals, pharmaceuticals, power generation and water. With its integrated solutions that automate, digitalize and electrify operations, the Division is committed to supporting traditional industries in their efforts to decarbonize. The Division also supports the development, integration and scaling up of new and renewable energy models.

Building a cleaner, smarter future takes all kinds of minds: the curious, the courageous, and the creative. That's why we welcome people from all backgrounds and experiences.

Ready to make an impact?

• Apply today or visit https://www.abb.com to learn more about the impact of our solutions across the globe.

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