Mechanical (Marine) Engineer

Mechanical (Marine) Engineer

Melbourne, Adelaide or Cairns

We are seeking an experienced and client focussed Mechanical (Marine) Engineer to join our multi-disciplinary Engineering Consulting team, delivering a pipeline of maritime design sustainment projects to Prime Contractors for the Defence sector.

This role is newly created and full time, based in Melbourne, Cairns or Adelaide, for someone who wants to join a small to medium (SME), growing consultancy at a formative time.

We offer a competitive salary, promotion opportunities (we promote from within) and generous study assistance and study leave package, along with the chance to work alongside like minded professionals who share a passion for the Maritime sector.

Due to the nature of the role, you must be an Australian Citizen and eligible to apply for an NV1 Security Clearance.

Why Rubicon Associates?

You’ll be joining a proudly Australian owned consultancy, specialising in marine engineering services, with offices around Australia. The Values of Integrity, Respect, Social Impact, Commitment, Diversity, Innovation and Growth, underpin the company.

Rubicon Associates is an equal opportunity employer, living a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion.

As the business is in a growth phase, you'll be joining at a time where you also have an opportunity to help shape the organisation (and your career) in this role.

About the Opportunity

Undertake Mechanical (Marine) Design Activities related to Ship Concept, Principle and Detailed Design in the following platform systems areas:

a) Main and Auxiliary Propulsion Units and Related Systems

b) Fluid systems;

c) HVAC; and

d) Auxiliary Systems

• Undertake studies and analyses using pipe flow simulation software


• Performing engineering investigations and developing documentation such as proposals, reports and specifications.


• Supporting Client and Business Development initiatives, working towards achieving agreed utilisation targets


• Mentoring and developing junior staff

About you

• Mechanical Engineering Qualifications and experience relevant to the role (Graduate to mid range level is ideal), along with a minimum of 3+ years experience


• Proven ability to interpret and produce well presented technical drawings, reports; applying an eye for detail


• Demonstrated experience in a Defence Maritime environment, preferred


• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to interact and work directly with Clients and likewise collaborate with colleagues


• An un-compromising drive to understand client needs, provide solutions and deliver to high levels of quality along with a track record of doing so


• A commercial mindset


• A thirst for knowledge, ongoing learning and the self motivation to put this into practise


• Be an Australian citizen who holds, or is eligible to hold, an NV1 security clearance or higher is essential

Highly Desirable

• Defence or Commercial Maritime sector experience


• Status as a Chartered Professional Engineer (CEng) or eligibility to work towards attaining Chartered Status


• Registered Professional Engineer Queensland (RPEQ) status


• Exposure to a consulting work environment

Travel for ship inspections will become part of the role.

We thankyou for taking the time to submit your application. For more information or a confidential discussion you can contact Human Resources Manager Pille Lucas on 0414 397 548.

Please send your resume and cover letter, by clicking the “Apply Now” button or email Human Resources Manager Pille Lucas at recruitment@rubiconassociates.com.au.

Applications will be reviewed as they are received and start dates negotiated with successful candidates.