About the OpportunityBased in Henderson, the Assistant Project Engineer will be responsible for supporting the management of systems engineering and technical activities for the Australian Border Force Evolved Cape Class Patrol Vessels, helping ensure overall project success.Reporting to the Project Engineering Manager, you will support daily engineering tasks, coordinate activities, and help maintain project documentation from start to delivery.Working with different teams across the business to support design reviews, testing, and system installation on the vessels.About AustalAustal is Australia’s global shipbuilder, Defence prime contractor; and maritime technology partner of choice. We design, construct, and support defence and commercial vessels for the world’s leading operators with operations spanning Australia, the USA, Philippines, and Vietnam. With operations spanning multiple sites, Austal offers diverse career opportunities in trades, maintenance, engineering support, project services, corporate functions and operational delivery.Under the Strategic Shipbuilding Agreement, Austal is leading a new era of continuous naval shipbuilding in Western Australia. We’re driving innovation, supporting sovereign capability, and creating long term opportunities for Australian industry and workers. Learn more at austal.com/ssaThis is your opportunity to contribute to projects of national significance. The maritime is now. What’s Involved Help with systems engineering planning and make sure designs meet requirementsSupport tracking of technical risks and safety itemsWork with stakeholders and regulators to help keep everything compliant and on trackAssist with engineering tasks, scheduling, reporting, and meeting project milestones You’ll Need Bachelor of Engineering2+ years’ experience in an engineering or design environment (5+ years desirable)Experience supporting project schedulesExposure to maritime or similar regulated environments (desirable)Project Management or Risk qualification (desirable)Defence industry experience (desirable)Eligible to obtain a Defence Security ClearanceWhy Join Us?Competitive compensation and benefits package.Professional development and training opportunities.A supportive and dynamic work environment.Opportunities for career advancement within our growing organisation.At Austal we are committed to providing a safe and inclusive work environment for all. We believe that achieving greater diversity will enhance our operations and as such we actively encourage Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islanders, people of all backgrounds, ages, sexual orientation, and those with Disability to apply. Veterans are also encouraged to apply.Learn more at Careers at Austal Australia | Austal: Australia AUD Henderson 6166

Assistant Project Engineer

About the Opportunity

Based in Henderson, the Assistant Project Engineer will be responsible for supporting the management of systems engineering and technical activities for the Australian Border Force Evolved Cape Class Patrol Vessels, helping ensure overall project success.

Reporting to the Project Engineering Manager, you will support daily engineering tasks, coordinate activities, and help maintain project documentation from start to delivery.

Working with different teams across the business to support design reviews, testing, and system installation on the vessels.

About Austal

Austal is Australia’s global shipbuilder, Defence prime contractor; and maritime technology partner of choice. We design, construct, and support defence and commercial vessels for the world’s leading operators with operations spanning Australia, the USA, Philippines, and Vietnam. With operations spanning multiple sites, Austal offers diverse career opportunities in trades, maintenance, engineering support, project services, corporate functions and operational delivery.

Under the Strategic Shipbuilding Agreement, Austal is leading a new era of continuous naval shipbuilding in Western Australia. We’re driving innovation, supporting sovereign capability, and creating long term opportunities for Australian industry and workers. 

Learn more at austal.com/ssa

This is your opportunity to contribute to projects of national significance. The maritime is now.

What’s Involved

  • Help with systems engineering planning and make sure designs meet requirements
  • Support tracking of technical risks and safety items
  • Work with stakeholders and regulators to help keep everything compliant and on track
  • Assist with engineering tasks, scheduling, reporting, and meeting project milestones

 

You’ll Need 

  • Bachelor of Engineering
  • 2+ years’ experience in an engineering or design environment (5+ years desirable)
  • Experience supporting project schedules
  • Exposure to maritime or similar regulated environments (desirable)
  • Project Management or Risk qualification (desirable)
  • Defence industry experience (desirable)
  • Eligible to obtain a Defence Security Clearance

Why Join Us?

  • Competitive compensation and benefits package.
  • Professional development and training opportunities.
  • A supportive and dynamic work environment.
  • Opportunities for career advancement within our growing organisation.

At Austal we are committed to providing a safe and inclusive work environment for all. We believe that achieving greater diversity will enhance our operations and as such we actively encourage Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islanders, people of all backgrounds, ages, sexual orientation, and those with Disability to apply. Veterans are also encouraged to apply.

Learn more at Careers at Austal Australia | Austal: Australia

  • Posted Date 16 Jul 2026
  • Location Henderson
    WA / Australia
  • Industry Engineering
  • Job Type Full Time
  • Salary Optional 9 day fortnight I Career growth opportunities