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So, we stay curious and make space for diverse points of view.\nFrom 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.\nOUR BENEFITS\nFamily Friendly Workplace Certified company with Competitive Remuneration.\nFitness Passport Discount + Employee discounts with a number of affiliates (Travel, Car hire, Tech, Medical Insurance).\nModernised Paid Parental Leave.\nVeterans Leave.\nPersonal & professional training, development and internal growth opportunities.\nOUR TEAM\nAs 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.\nYOUR ROLE:\nCome 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.\nThis is a 12 months Fixed-Term Contract role with a possibility of extensions or converting in to a permanent role.\nWorking at our Bendigo site, on Dja Dja Wurrung Land, your exciting new career opportunity will see you:\nProduce designs and solutions that meet customer requirements and applicable regulations\nConduct prototyping, trials, and demonstrations of the solutions developed.\nCreate, interpret, and optimise precision 3D CAD models (structural, mechanical, electrical) using Creo Parametric.\nComply with all relevant company policies and procedures.\nDesign, 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.\nYOUR EXPERIENCE:\nQUALIFICATIONS\nBachelor’s Degree Mechanical or Mechatronics Engineering.\nEligible for NER and CPEng with Engineers Australia.\nESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE:\nExperience in design and manufacturing environments with proficient experience in a similar or related role with an OEM or Tier 1 supplier.\nAbility to analyse test data and validate test results and ability to prepare technical reports and performance assessments.\nKnowledge of Tolerance Analysis, DFMEA, 3D CAD and PLM System.\nUnderstanding of quality systems and procedures.\nAble to perform first principal engineering calculations and to interpret and analysis drawings and technical documents.\nAbility to use standard computer applications (Microsoft Office Suite).\nDESIRABLE EXPERIENCE\nExecution of the Engineering DDQS (Design, Develop & Qualify the Solution) activities for Sub-Systems.\nFundamental 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.\nAble to conduct quality review of drawings and 3D models.\nManagement of PLM and CAD Tools (Creo Schematics, Sheet Metal and Ergonomics).\nUnderstanding of Defence user community and associated operational environment and trends.\nFully conversant with the principles of Systems Engineering.\nPrevious experience in automotive or similar manufacturing industry.\nWE ENCOURAGE YOU TO APPLY:\nAfter 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.\nAs 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/\n#LI-NK1 #LI-Onsite\nIt’s easy to dismiss the perfect opportunity if you don’t see yourself as the perfect fit. If this role feels right - no matter your background or personal circumstances - please introduce yourself or join our community. We’re committed to supporting a diverse workplace, and that starts here.\nWe’re proud to be endorsed by WORK180 as an Employer for All Women, but we know there’s always more we can do. 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