As a qualified Mechatronics Engineer, you will take on the role of Project Engineer (Mechatronics), delivering innovative technical and design solutions that drive improvements across gas turbine and MRO operations and test facilities. You will play a key role in enhancing asset performance, maintenance processes, and complex systems through hands-on analysis, design, maintenance, and calibration, contributing to improved efficiency, reliability, and overall operational excellence.
Job Description
About Us
TAE Aerospace is a global aerospace company providing maintenance services for some of the most powerful, exciting and important defence and commercial aircraft platforms in the world. We are also proud of our encouraging and supportive team environment that ensures we all work together within a genuine high-performance culture. Proudly a Gold Member of the Australia Defence Force Reserves and Employer Support Program and promote the recruitment of Reservists and Veterans into all roles.
TAE is part of the ASDAM Group and is a leading sovereign defence, advanced manufacturing and sustainment company. It provides end-to-end capability across design, engineering, manufacturing, assembly and sustainment. ASDAM includes Marand, TAE Aerospace, Rosebank Engineering, Levett Engineering and Quickstep.
Why Work for TAE?
We proudly support ADF Reserves with paid Defence Reservist Leave
A comprehensive physical, mental and financial Wellbeing Program
Flexible Working Arrangements
A great family culture where you’re not just another employee
Fantastic Learning and Development Opportunities
Clearly defined career pathways
Regular workplace events and functions
Great workplace facilities
An inclusive and diverse workplace
Strong involvement with the local communit
Desired Skills and Experience
Role Overview & Key Responsibilities
Deliver design and continuous improvement solutions to budget/schedule in line with Engineering Management System and regulatory requirements
Drive engineering decisions and recommendations through innovative thinking and effective problem-solving.
Develop design specifications and requirements
Produce engineering solutions and documentation for verification and validation activities against requirements
Conduct technical investigations and analysis, producing formal reports
Use CAD, ERP (IFS preferred), Excel and other tools for design and data analysis
Perform technical and personnel safety risk assessments
Support tenders with technical input, schedules, WBS and cost estimates
Support installation, commissioning, troubleshooting and calibration of engine test cell and MRO equipment
Qualifications And Experience
Essential
Australian Citizen with ability to obtain Defence Security Clearance
Bachelor of Engineering (Mechanical/Mechatronic preferred)
Full lifecycle engineering experience (concept to commissioning)
Strong mechanical/mechatronics design and system modelling skills
High proficiency in CAD (NX preferred)
Proven ability to deliver projects on time, on budget, and to quality standards
Knowledge of Australian standards, WHS and regulatory compliance
Ability to conduct and document technical and safety risk assessments
Strong problem-solving and systems-thinking skills for complex engineering issues
Excellent communication skills across technical and stakeholder groups
Proficient in MS Office and relevant engineering software
Desirable (General)
RPEQ registration
Experience in hazardous area design and operations
Aviation engineering/MRO experience (military or commercial)
Strong knowledge of aircraft engine maintenance and gas turbine test cell systems (design or maintenance)
Experience applying reliability engineering across the asset lifecycle
Understanding of RAM analysis in operational and test environments
Familiar with RCA methods (5 Whys, Fishbone, Fault Tree Analysis)
Knowledge of asset lifecycle management (reliability growth, obsolescence, sustainment planning)
Proven ability to work with maintenance, operations and engineering teams to improve reliability and availability outcomes
Desirable (Mechanical Engineering)
High proficiency in FEA and CFD tools
Experience with gas turbine engines or mechanical power generation equipment
Knowledge of Lean engineering principles, APQP, and continuous improvement initiatives
Desirable (Mechatronics)
Experience in installation, commissioning, troubleshooting and calibration in industrial/test environments
Experience with DAS/PLC platforms (NI, Allen Bradley, Honeywell) and IEC standards
Ability to read and produce schematic drawings and component schedules to engineering standards
Knowledge of wiring systems (cables, applications, installation methods, equipment wiring)
Understanding of Australian electrical standards (AS/NZS 3000 series)
Knowledge of systems engineering models and documentation interpretation/creation
Experience in instrument calibration and commissioning of control and data acquisition systems
Strong numerical and analytical skills, with ability to identify trends in complex data
If this is you, then please submit your application today!
Additional Requirements:
Due to the nature of our work and the requirements of our customers, all applicants may be required to hold Australian citizenship and need to meet ITAR (International Traffic in Arms Regulations) and/or EAR (Export Administration Regulations) compliance as part of employment eligibility.
Successful applicants may also be required to undergo a current police check, obtain a Commonwealth defence security clearance, and participate in random drug and alcohol screening as part of our commitment to safety and security.
We make employment decisions based on merit, and we encourage applications from people of all backgrounds.
