• Based at our Geelong, Waurn Ponds Campus + hybrid work arrangements
• Full-time and continuing
• HEW 6 $92,573 - $99,972  /   + 17% Superannuation (pro rata, part time)

Why work with us?

At Deakin you will have access to benefits such as a variety of leave options including generous parental leave and the ability to purchase additional leave; flexible working arrangements to help manage your work-life balance; ongoing learning and development opportunities to grow your career; an inclusive and supportive culture and environment to work in, both online and on campus.

The role:

The primary purpose of the Product Engineer is to work closely with the Consultant, Engineering Services in advancing its engineering programs, research initiatives, and infrastructure projects. The Product Engineer, located at Deakin ManuFutures, will collaborate with faculty, researchers, and university leadership to provide advice on a variety of engineering-related matters, including research design, project management, curriculum development, and industry partnerships. This role requires a good understanding of the engineering field, along with the ability to communicate complex technical concepts to a diverse range of stakeholders.

ManuFutures aim is to position Deakin University as a leader in the future of advanced manufacturing, with a particular focus on regional manufacturing. This will be achieved by bringing together relevant Deakin Faculties, Institutes, Centres, and industry in a collaborative network that will co-create and deliver strategies to address industry-and government-identified opportunities relating to advanced manufacturing.

As a Product Engineer, you will:

• Lead mechanical design & development activities on identified industry projects
• Using engineering, planning and trades expertise, to perform mechanical component identification, configuration, assembly and other necessary activities
• Establish vendor relationships and maintain records that facilitate access to information regarding emerging components and technologies
• Prepare and deliver visual reports that demonstrate engineering solutions and designs to the broader team and clients
• Support the Consultant, Engineering Services and other members of the ManuFutures team with specialist knowledge and document preparation for business development activities

To be successful, you’ll have:

• An equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training.
• Experience working in a related field or discipline in higher education or a similar large complex environment.
• Good knowledge of OH&S (Occupational Health and Safety) (Occupational Health and Safety) principles and an understanding of the requirements for safety when working with biological and chemical hazards
• Working with Children’s Check (Employee) or willing to obtain

Here's how to apply: 

Please submit your updated resume and a short cover letter outlining your skills and experience.

For a confidential discussion regarding this role, please contact Glynn Atkinson (Director, Entrepreneurship) on glynn.atkinson@deakin.edu.au.

For a copy of the position description, please see below:

 Product Engineer (Mechatronics).pdf

Applications for this position close on 20/12/24 at 12pm noon.

Are You Ready?

Deakin is a Victorian university with a global impact. We are an agile, dynamic, and innovative university committed to making a positive impact through our excellence in education, research and innovation and the contributions we make to the wider community.

We understand that our reputation has been built on the dedication and expertise of our staff and we offer a dynamic and diverse working environment with opportunities to grow and develop careers. We believe that a progressive, thriving culture will ensure that people choose to come, and stay at Deakin and contribute to our ongoing success.

We value diversity and aim to build an inclusive environment that champions, embraces and respects differences. We support and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and people of all abilities, cultures, sexual orientation, and genders.