Mechanical Engineer

Mechanical Engineer

• Play a key role in delivering mechanical engineering solutions across major defence programs

• Opportunity to grow technical capability while contributing to complex engineering lifecycle activities

About You

You’re someone who enjoys solving technical challenges and applying engineering principles to real‑world problems. You bring curiosity, attention to detail, and a desire to continuously grow your capability. You’re comfortable working independently, but you also value collaboration and knowledge sharing. You take pride in producing high‑quality engineering outputs and enjoy contributing to improvements in processes, documentation, and technical decision‑making. You’re motivated by meaningful work and the opportunity to support Australia’s defence capability.

About the role

This role applies engineering concepts and theories to deliver designs, calculations and technical solutions across the engineering lifecycle. As a Mechanical Engineer, you will work independently with occasional supervision, seeking guidance only for more complex situations. You will contribute to technical investigations, documentation, risk assessments and product safety considerations, while supporting knowledge capture and continuous improvement across the team.

The Mechanical Engineer will support technical reviews, collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, and contribute to the development of sustainable and innovative engineering solutions.

Some of your key responsibilities will include:

• Conducting technical investigations and analysis to support problem resolution and design improvements

• Producing technical documentation, calculations and engineering solutions in line with delegated authority

• Supporting technical reviews and presenting engineering information to stakeholders

• Ensuring engineering standards, procedures and codes are correctly applied

• Contributing to product safety assessments and technical risk evaluations

• Supporting process improvement initiatives across the engineering lifecycle

• Sharing knowledge and contributing to team capability development

To be successful you will bring:

• Australian Citizenship with the ability to obtain and maintain Commonwealth Security Clearance

• Approximately 2 years’ experience in relevant mechanical or technical engineering roles

• Understanding of engineering toolsets (e.g., PLM, MRP, design, simulation or analysis software)

• An accredited engineering degree (Washington Accord) or equivalent qualifications eligible for Professional Engineer membership

• Eligibility for membership with a relevant engineering body and a commitment to CPD

• A current driver’s licence and White Card

Your future at Babcock – what we offer you 

• Our agile working policies offer more choice and autonomy. For you, this could mean flexible start and finish times, a mix of office and home working, or even condensed working weeks.  
• Our work life integration policy offers attractive leave entitlements including (not limited to) wellbeing leave, volunteer leave, paid parental leave, defence reservist leave, and we are proud to be a Work180 Top 101 endorsed employer. 
• Babcock’s supportive and engaging environment, coupled with our capability framework, aims to advance your career with internal development programs, self-led learning modules through LinkedIn Learning and access to study leave. 

• Our beRewarded platform offers endless discounts across retail, health, entertainment, travel and much more, plus novated leasing options and corporate shares plan. 
• As a principles driven organisation, our weRecognise program aims to recognise the outstanding work our people do each and every day in line with our Principles which are Be kind, Collaborate, Be Curious, Think Outcomes, Be Courageous and Own & Deliver.   

Who we are 

Babcock Australasia combines the best talent and in-country expertise while leveraging the rich 130+ year global heritage of Babcock International Group, a FTSE 100 international defence company. 

Our team of 1,800+ experienced staff ensure critical services and assets are readily available, affordable, and future proof. From maritime sustainment and secure communications, to lifesaving helicopter missions and managing critical fleets, we ensure our customers are equipped to fulfil their mission. 

So, if you would like to join us and help create a safe and secure world, together, please apply via the ‘Apply Now’ button below.   

To learn more about us visit www.babcock.com.au   

Job req # 73392

We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds and experience however, due to the defence orientation of this role, the successful candidate must be eligible to obtain an appropriate level of Commonwealth Personnel Security Clearance, as defined in the AGSVA guidelines. Veterans are encouraged to apply. 

This position requires working with, or exposure to, US and AU export controlled technology; compliance with the US International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the AU Defence Trade Controls Act 2012 will be assessed.   

Please note, should your application progress you may be required to complete pre-employment checks.  These checks may include but not limited to, reference checks, police check, security check, qualifications and right to work.   

Babcock Australasia is a Circle Back Initiative Employer - we commit to respond to every applicant.  

Job req #73392