Senior Mechatronics Software Engineer

Description

• Control Systems Engineering: Develop and tune advanced control algorithms (e.g. PID, model predictive, adaptive control) for sensors, actuators, and robotic systems.
• 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.
• Data Integration: Implement data collection, logging, and communication between hardware components and cloud or edge systems to enable analysis and optimisation.
• Software & Systems Development: Design, develop, and maintain embedded software and firmware for smart devices, automation systems, and connected mechatronic platforms.
• Connectivity & IoT: Integrate communication protocols such as CAN, Modbus, and TCP/IP to support real-time data exchange in networked systems.
• Documentation & Compliance: Prepare detailed documentation of system architecture, software design, and data flow processes while ensuring alignment with organisational standards, safety, and quality requirements.
• 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.

Requirements

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

Benefits

• Tailored career development that supports your aspirations with a clear step-by-step guide for progression within the organisation
• Annual Christmas closure with an additional 2 paid public holidays in December because we recognise taking time with those close to us is important
• Opportunities to work with globally recognised experts, who offer one-on-one mentorship and support throughout your career.
• Well established social club in almost all offices with regular activities, quiz nights and tournaments to keep you busy!
• Reward and recognition programs to highlight the great work that is being done every day from our incredible team members
• Access to 8 weeks of parental leave and support upon your return to the workplace
• Excellent employee benefits including access to pre-tax salary sacrifice arrangements to make your take home pay work better for you and your family

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance