Driveline Engineer - Hardware
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 23, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 23, 2026. Thales Group scores B on the Alion truth index.
At Thales, we know technology has the ability to make our world more secure, sustainable, and inclusive - driving this technology are our people.
It takes talented people to build and power the systems and solutions that communities depend on every day. So, we stay curious and make space for diverse points of view.
From manufacturing and engineering to cybersecurity and space, we’re driving progress in some of the world’s most important industries - and working together to build a future we can all trust.
OUR BENEFITS
- Family Friendly Workplace Certified company with Competitive Remuneration.
- Fitness Passport Discount + Employee discounts with a number of affiliates (Travel, Car hire, Tech, Medical Insurance).
- Modernised Paid Parental Leave.
- Veterans Leave.
- Personal & professional training, development and internal growth opportunities.
OUR TEAM
As part of our VTS business, our PRV team is primarily focused on the design, manufacture, delivery and support of protected mobility vehicles on a global scale. We are very proud of everything we do in support of both the Bushmaster and Hawkei platforms as we all work together towards our purpose. Most importantly - be a part of a positive team culture that is focused on our people.
YOUR ROLE:
Come join our growing engineering team as a Driveline Engineer - Hardware. This role enhances Thales’ mechanical engineering expertise by focusing on the development and definition of driveline systems for tactical and military vehicles. The Driveline Engineer will work with agility to design, develop, and validate innovative driveline components and solutions for medium and heavy defense vehicles. Emphasis is placed on delivering reliable, customer-focused products that meet industry standards (e.g., MIL-STD, DEF STAN) while supporting Thales’ commitment to excellence in defense mobility technologies.
This is a 12 months Fixed-Term Contract role with a possibility of extensions or converting in to a permanent role.
Working at our Bendigo site, on Dja Dja Wurrung Land, your exciting new career opportunity will see you:
- Produce designs and solutions that meet customer requirements and applicable regulations
- Conduct prototyping, trials, and demonstrations of the solutions developed.
- Create, interpret, and optimise precision 3D CAD models (structural, mechanical, electrical) using Creo Parametric.
- Comply with all relevant company policies and procedures.
- Design, develop, and validate components and systems for medium and heavy vehicles using appropriate tools and techniques, working independently or as part of a team under broad professional guidance.
YOUR EXPERIENCE:
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s Degree Mechanical or Mechatronics Engineering.
- Eligible for NER and CPEng with Engineers Australia.
ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE:
- Experience in design and manufacturing environments with proficient experience in a similar or related role with an OEM or Tier 1 supplier.
- Ability to analyse test data and validate test results and ability to prepare technical reports and performance assessments.
- Knowledge of Tolerance Analysis, DFMEA, 3D CAD and PLM System.
- Understanding of quality systems and procedures.
- Able to perform first principal engineering calculations and to interpret and analysis drawings and technical documents.
- Ability to use standard computer applications (Microsoft Office Suite).
DESIRABLE EXPERIENCE
- Execution of the Engineering DDQS (Design, Develop & Qualify the Solution) activities for Sub-Systems.
- Fundamental knowledge of design principles and practices covering cross-disciplinary areas for instance System Integration, Control Systems, Modelling / Simulation, Drafting / Testing, and by-wire technologies for vehicles.
- Able to conduct quality review of drawings and 3D models.
- Management of PLM and CAD Tools (Creo Schematics, Sheet Metal and Ergonomics).
- Understanding of Defence user community and associated operational environment and trends.
- Fully conversant with the principles of Systems Engineering.
- Previous experience in automotive or similar manufacturing industry.
WE ENCOURAGE YOU TO APPLY:
After you have applied, you will receive an email acknowledging your application. We’ll then provide a personalised experience for suitable applicants as we progress the selection and assessment process. Prior to being offered employment, you will need to complete pre-employment police and depending on the role type, medical checks as well.
As a Defence security clearance is required for this role, applicants must be Australian citizens and eligible to obtain and maintain an appropriate clearance. To learn more about clearances please visit http://www.defence.gov.au/AGSVA/
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