Research Engineer - Electronic Systems Engineer

Research Engineer – Electronic Systems Engineer

• We are seeking a highly motivated individual who has extensive experience and skills in the design, fabrication and assembly of optoelectronic systems and devices.
• Key role as part of a leading R&D engineering team
• Permanent role based in Craigieburn, Victoria

About the business/role/team

The Reserve Bank of Australia issues Australia’s banknotes and ensure they remain secure and fit for purpose.  This role is seeking a research engineer to work in the Research and Development (R&D) team which is part of the Note Issue department located Craigieburn, Victoria.  The research engineer will be responsible for the design, development and maintenance of banknote authentication detectors and quality assurance devices reporting to the manager of the R&D projects team.  

About the role

• Design, fabrication and assembly of optoelectronic components and systems
• Design and fabrication of hardware components for instruments and devices
• Printed circuit board design and assembly
• Connecting electronic subsystems so they communicate and function together
• Electronics debugging and troubleshooting

About you

• Experience in the design, fabrication and assembly of optoelectronic components and systems - Minimum 5+ years experience
• Bachelor degree in electronic/mechatronics engineering or equivalent
• Enhanced skills in designing and fabrication of electronic circuits
• Skills in electronics design packages e.g Altium
• Skills in electronics assembly tools (e.g. oscilloscopes, signal generator, power supplies, soldering, reflow oven)
• Proficient in use of computer aided design programs e.g. Solidworks
• Demonstrated experience in additive and substrative manufacturing techniques
• Competent machining skills (e.g. CNC, milling, lathe)
• Highly competent communication skills - both writing and verbal
• Programming code skills (e.g. C, C++, Visual Studio, Arduino) would be advantageous

Be More

Working for an organisation that truly makes a difference to the people of Australia, we can offer development and career opportunities in a collaborative environment that supports your growth, wellbeing and promotes flexibility. Your individual growth and success drives the RBA forward as an organisation. Be more means you can do more, for yourself and for Australia.

Why RBA?

The RBA makes an important contribution to the Australian economy through the pursuit of national economic policy objectives and associated activities in financial markets and banking. We also issue Australia's banknotes and operate infrastructure critical to the payments system, all of which contribute to the welfare of the Australian people. Made up of specialists across a wide range of fields, our people, values, and culture play a critical role in achieving our objectives. Striving to be Open & Dynamic, we consider and incorporate different perspectives, work across teams and are transparent with each other, whilst delivering quality together effectively and focusing on outcomes by prioritising, testing, learning, and refining as we go. Our people conduct themselves with a high degree of integrity, while striving for excellence in the work they perform and the outcomes they achieve. We encourage intelligent inquiry and we treat one another with respect while promoting the public interest through our efforts. We know it is the growth and success of our people that drives the RBA forward. Come and make a bigger contribution while you build and develop your own skills too, because being more means you can do more, for yourself and for Australia.

The Reserve Bank of Australia is committed to equity, diversity and inclusion through key initiatives. We welcome and encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally and linguistically diverse background, those living with a disability and from the LGBTQ+ community. We are committed to making the recruitment process fair and equitable for all our candidates.

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