About the OpportunityAustal Defence is seeking an Electrical Production Engineer to join the Engineering department to ensure the successful execution of Design Authority engineering intent. Reporting to the Production Engineering Lead, this role monitors manufacturing activities to ensure they follow agreed procedures and quality standards. 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. 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 Support and lead engineering activities across shipbuilding projects from design through cabling, installation, testing and commissioning of electrical systemsSupport the definition of production scope and development of work packagesApply construction standards, procedures, and processes to daily manufacturing oversightCollaborate with Quality and Accuracy Control teams to ensure complianceContribute to risk identification within the production environment You’ll Need Relevant engineering qualification2+ years experience in shipbuildingUnderstanding of manufacturing, installation and testing processes and protocols for ship electrical systemsAbility to interpret technical drawings and coordinate across multiple disciplines Experience with CAD softwareWhy 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 encouraged to apply.Learn more at Careers at Austal Australia | Austal: Australia AUD Henderson 6166

Production Engineer - Electrical

About the Opportunity

Austal Defence is seeking an Electrical Production Engineer to join the Engineering department to ensure the successful execution of Design Authority engineering intent. Reporting to the Production Engineering Lead, this role monitors manufacturing activities to ensure they follow agreed procedures and quality standards.

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.

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

  • Support and lead engineering activities across shipbuilding projects from design through cabling, installation, testing and commissioning of electrical systems
  • Support the definition of production scope and development of work packages
  • Apply construction standards, procedures, and processes to daily manufacturing oversight
  • Collaborate with Quality and Accuracy Control teams to ensure compliance
  • Contribute to risk identification within the production environment 

You’ll Need

  • Relevant engineering qualification
  • 2+ years experience in shipbuilding
  • Understanding of manufacturing, installation and testing processes and protocols for ship electrical systems
  • Ability to interpret technical drawings and coordinate across multiple disciplines
  • Experience with CAD software

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 encouraged to apply.

Learn more at Careers at Austal Australia | Austal: Australia

  • Posted Date 13 Feb 2026
  • Location Henderson
    WA / Australia
  • Industry Engineering
  • Job Type Full Time
  • Salary Not provided