• Senior Mechatronics Software Engineer – VIC
• Full-time/Permanent
• Location: Port Melbourne
• Not for profit organisation - Remuneration is $150k to $190k inclusive of super, with salary sacrifice options available and flexibility for the right person based on depth of experience.
• Seeking a highly skilled Senior Mechatronics Software Engineer with strong problem-solving skills and expertise in embedded systems, IoT, control systems, Python/C++, ROS, leading data-driven engineering to lead intelligent, next-generation teams.
• Preference for Australian Citizens or Permanent Residents currently in Australia; however, visa sponsorship can be considered for the right candidate.

 
About the Role

• Develop the intelligence powering smart fleet vehicles to capture and analyze real-world data.
• Lead, innovate, integrate, and accelerate with a team driving data-led engineering and transforming real-world challenges into impactful solutions.

Key responsibilities of the role
In this role, you will serve as a key point of contact, guiding technical direction and ensuring successful delivery outcomes for the team.

• Problem Solving: Proven capability in problem solving and critical thinking, including breaking down technical challenges, evaluating options & recommending the best outcome forward
• Software & Systems Development: Design, develop, and maintain embedded software and firmware for smart devices, automation systems, and connected mechatronic platforms.
• Data Integration: Implement data collection, logging, and communication between hardware components and cloud or edge systems to enable analysis and optimisation.
• Control Systems Engineering: Develop and tune advanced control algorithms (e.g. PID, model predictive, adaptive control) for sensors, actuators, and robotic systems.
• Connectivity & IoT: Integrate communication protocols such as CAN, Modbus, and TCP/IP to support real-time data exchange in networked systems.
• Simulation & Testing: Model and simulate mechatronic systems using tools such as MATLAB/Simulink, LabVIEW, or Python, and perform hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) testing for validation.
• Collaboration & Data Utilisation: Partner with data engineers and scientists to feed operational data into analytics or machine learning pipelines, supporting predictive maintenance and system optimisation.
• Documentation & Compliance: Prepare detailed documentation of system architecture, software design, and data flow processes while ensuring alignment with organisational standards, safety, and quality requirements.

Essential Skills and Experience

• Relevant tertiary qualification in Mechatronics, Software Engineering, or related discipline
• 5-10 years of relevant experience in mechatronic software and systems engineering
• Proven experience applying critical thinking and problem-solving to a range of technical challenges
• Experience with leading, supervising or mentoring junior engineers/ teams previously
• Proficiency in Python, C++, SQL, and firmware development.
• Experience with ROS (Robot Operating System), PLC programming, and industrial automation frameworks.
• Knowledge of machine learning / AI integration in mechatronic systems, including image recognition.
• Familiarity with digital twins, predictive analytics, and data visualisation.
• Understanding of cybersecurity principles for connected devices.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a focus on system reliability and data quality.
• Excellent communication, teamwork, and documentation capabilities.

Preferred Skills:
Smart manufacturing (Industry 4.0), autonomous robotics, IoT devices, data-driven maintenance, digital twins, and safety/embedded software standards.
 
Additional Info:
Occasional travel to clients, interstate offices, and events required.

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