Mechanical Engineering Officer - Dark matter direct detection experiments

About the Role

The goal of this high-profile international program is to build workforce capacity across Australia to deliver complex Direct Detection Dark Matter experiments at the Stawell Underground Laboratory (SUPL) in Victoria, 1 km underground. The engineer will manage the manufacturing activities for these Direct Detection Dark Matter experiments and, in the short term, will be responsible for the planning, coordination and supervision of all SABRE South experiment engineering activities.

Responsibilities include:

  • Oversight of all SABRE South construction and commissioning activities.

  • Supervise and conduct the design of prototypes and/or future dark matter direct detection experiments.

  • Independently relate existing policy to work assignments, rethink the way a specific body of knowledge is applied in order to solve problems, adapt procedures to fit policy prescriptions and use theoretical principles in modifying and adapting techniques.  This involves stand-alone work and the supervision of others in order to achieve objectives.

About You

You have a sound analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to identify and resolve issues. You are able to work with people from diverse cultural backgrounds.

You will also have:

  • Relevant qualifications with subsequent experience in mechanical engineering.

  • A demonstrated capacity in the assembly and operation of vacuum vessels.

  • A demonstrated aptitude in the development and scheduling of Gantt Charts.

  • A demonstrated aptitude and a positive and constructive attitude for providing research support.

Please note: to ensure the University continues to provide a safe environment for everyone, a successful candidate would be required to pass a Working with Children Check in Australia.

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