Mechanical Engineer

at  CSIRO

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF COUNTRY

CSIRO acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the land, sea and waters, of the area that we live and work on across Australia. We acknowledge their continuing connection to their culture and pay our respects to their Elders past and present. View our vision towards reconciliation

• Undertaking mechanical design tasks including Finite Element Analysis (FEA), thermal modelling associated with the development of antennas, receiver and feed systems, radio frequency and digital systems for use in radio astronomy and/or space science applications under the guidance of a senior engineer.
• With training producing engineering/project reports and engineering drawings to AS1100 (or equivalent) suitable for distribution to clients, suppliers and contractors.
• Supporting the fabrication of prototype and/or proof-of-concept components or assemblies using in-house facilities.
• Working as an integral member of a multi-disciplinary team comprising scientists, engineers and technicians.
• Travelling to CASS observatories and other sites to assist in the maintenance, development, verification and commissioning of instrumentation.
• Working collaboratively and honestly with internal and external colleagues, clients and partners to develop and progress a range of research projects.
• Designing and executing small research experiments in the field of cryogenics and assist with elements of larger test programs.
• Overseeing the activities of less experienced staff and provide guidance on experimental/ technological techniques and protocols as required.
• Responding courteously and efficiently to client requests, maintaining clear communication regarding mutual expectations and monitoring client satisfaction.
• Other duties as required.
  Location: Marsfield (Sydney), NSW
  Salary: AU$93k - AU$105k per annum (pro-rata for part-time) plus up to 15.4% superannuation
  Tenure: Specified term of 3 years, full-time or part-time (minimum 0.8FTE)
  Reference: 97119