CareerPlan

Field Engineer - Mechatronics

Northern TerritoryFull-time2026-09-30 → 2026-10-22
Based in AustraliaNo visa sponsorshipAustralia citizens onlySecurity clearance required

Core

Field Engineer providing hands-on electronics and mechanical support for marine robotics USVs in Darwin operations.

Role type

Field Engineer (Mechatronics)

Builds

Low emissions, long-range surface systems (USVs) for autonomous ocean monitoring and communications

Domain

Marine robotics / Defense

Deliverable

physical/clinical work

Required skills

Mechatronics systems design, troubleshooting complex mechanical/electronics equipment, reading electronic/mechanical schematics, building and repairing electronics/mechanical systems, system reliability improvement

Preferred skills

SolidWorks, KiCAD, 24v/48v systems, low-power solar systems, marine electronics

Responsibilities

Collaborate with multi-disciplined team to improve designs, test, and troubleshoot mechatronics systems; provide expert-level electronics and mechanical support to ensure fleet operational status; respond to operational and production requirements for continuous improvement.

Seniority

Mid-level (3-5 years experience)