Lead Mechanical Engineer – HVAC Systems

Job Description

At BAE Systems Australia

• Do interesting work that MATTERS
• ENJOY what you do
• GROW your career
• Be YOU

We work in a thriving sector – one that puts us at the forefront of exciting and meaningful work. Every day we push boundaries to produce some of the world’s most innovative and ground-breaking technology. Individually we all contribute to our success. Collectively we make the impossible possible.

Recognised for delivering projects of global and national significance that help keep Australia safe, it is our shared passion that shapes our culture, and our people that make it a great place to work.

About the OPPORTUNITY

We have an exciting opportunity for a Lead Mechanical Engineer in HVAC Systems, to join our Maritime team based in Adelaide or Melbourne.

You will be responsible for leading a team of delivery engineers, providing integration support, strong technical oversight and leadership while managing scope, scheduling, and maturity of systems within your remit. Your focus will be on ensuring the successful delivery of multiple system designs through effective planning, coordination, and team management.

Key responsibilities include:

• Lead and manage an Australian based HVAC team and deliver engineering outputs.
• Apply a depth of specialist design knowledge in mechanical aspects of all Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) Systems in order to resolve complex specialist design problems and issues.
• Understand business processes and the business environment and organise and co-ordinate engineering activity, ensuring defined objectives are achieved whilst maintaining quality and cost.
• Will assist with the development of HVAC systems, providing design input to the subcontractor and assurance that the architecture and detailed design are fit for purpose, ensuring technical viability and safe operation of all HVAC systems.
• Lead a design team and assist in the development of SQEP within the discipline, with particular focus on HVAC system expertise.

About YOU

• Strong experience in HVAC or building services within moderate to complex project environments
• Degree-qualified in Mechanical Engineering (essential)
• Balanced expertise in technical leadership and project management
• Experience in Defence highly desirable
• Proven ability to lead diverse engineering teams
• Exceptional stakeholder engagement and communication skills
• A qualification in Project Management advantageous

• Defence security clearance or eligibility to obtain
• Eligibility to be cleared for International Traffic In Arms (ITAR) regulations

We embrace flexible work arrangements at BAE Systems Australia, such as working a 9-day fortnight and/ or hybrid working.

We believe in hiring for potential, we know that some candidates hesitate if they don’t tick all the boxes. If this role interests you, but you don’t meet all the criteria, we still encourage you to apply.

About US

You will be joining a workplace that truly cares about your wellbeing.

Our people are diverse and we value the variety of perspectives this brings, we know that a culture that is inclusive and fosters a sense of belonging is a place we can all make the most of our unique talents and be our best.

As Australia’s largest defence company in a rapidly growing sector, you will be connected into a global team and encouraged to explore where your career might take you whether that is a traditional career path or squiggly one, there are infinite possibilities for you at BAE Systems Australia.

BAE Systems recognises the sacrifices of those who have served our Nation and their families. We support our veteran community through our internal veteran network (VetNet Australia) and strong charitable partnerships, internal offerings including reserve service leave, a Veteran Mentoring Program and other exclusive offerings available through our strategic partners.

We welcome applicants from all people regardless of sex, gender identity, race, ethnicity, disability, pregnancy, age, or other lived experience; and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people for all positions.

We are proud to be recognised as an employer of choice for women by WORK180.

Awarded the 2024 Quarter 1 Benchmarcx Triple R- Excellence In Candidate Experience Certification. As a member of the Circle Back Initiative we commit to respond to every applicant.

To learn more about our competitive employee benefits, flexibility, other employment opportunities and what to expect from our recruitment process please visit: www.baesystemscareers.com.au

Clearances

As a Defence security clearance is required for this role, applicants must be Australian citizens and either possess or be eligible to obtain and maintain appropriate clearances. Further information regarding security clearances.

International Traffic In Arms Regulations (ITAR) are applicable and as such, your nationality may be a factor in determining your suitability for this role. Please visit this webpage for more information.