Electrronics Technical Officer

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Role highlights

• Assemble and test electronic systems for real-world engineering projects.
• Collaborate with experts in a dynamic, multidisciplinary engineering environment
• Kick-start your career by learning from experienced engineers in a busy, hands-on role

About CSIRO

As Australia's national science agency, CSIRO is solving the greatest challenges through innovative science and technology. Many of our iconic innovations were once considered impossible until someone, just like you, joined us and took on the challenge.

Visit CSIRO.au for more information.

The opportunity 

Join CSIRO’s Mechatronics Engineering team to help develop innovative sensor technologies.

We’re seeking an Electronics Technical Officer to support a range of engineering projects through PCB layout and assembly, circuit testing, and fabrication of electronic enclosures. You’ll work alongside experienced engineers and be part of a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment.  

If you are looking grow your electronic skills and apply your trade qualifications in a role with real-world impact, we would love to hear from you!

Your high-level duties will include: 

• Planning, designing, and fabricating electronic devices and systems to support diverse engineering projects.
• Applying your electronics expertise to develop practical solutions within a collaborative project team.
• Assisting senior engineers in the development and testing of advanced sensor technologies.
• Layout and assembly of printed circuit boards (PCBs).
• Fabricating instrument enclosures and integrating components.
• Testing circuits and systems to ensure they meet performance specifications.

Role particulars

Location & office arrangements:   Sydney (Lindfield), NSW; full time on site
Salary: AU$66k - AU$84k per annum (pro-rata for part-time) plus up to 15.4% superannuation
Tenure & work schedule:  Specified term of 3 years; full time (part-time at minimum 0.8 FTE is negotiable)
Reference: 101201

As the successful candidate, you will bring:

Essential criteria

1. A relevant trade certificate or diploma such as a TAFE Certificate IV or Diploma or equivalent relevant work experience in electronics and control or electronics and communications.
2. Knowledge of the fundamentals of electronic circuit analysis.
3. To be able to layout simple printed circuit boards.
4. Possess good soldering technique with the ability to solder surface-mount components. 
5. Good oral and written communication skills coupled with excellent attention to detail.

Applications that show familiarity with 3D printing, Altium Designer, AutoCAD Inventor, Python programming, or have strong mechanical aptitude will also be highly regarded.

For full details about this role, and other criteria, please review the Position Description. 

Not sure if you meet all the criteria?

While it is CSIRO policy that the successful candidate must meet all the essential criteria, there are many ways to demonstrate this. Don’t let the list discourage you. If you are unsure about applying, please reach out to the contact person in the Position Description.

Setting you up for success

We are committed to providing a recruitment process that is fair, equitable and accessible to everyone. We recognise that it may be helpful for us to adjust our process to make it equitable for your individual situation. Please contact Cristina O’Brien via email: cristina.obrien@csiro.au and let us know how we can support you.  

Life at CSIRO and flexible work arrangements

We work flexibly at CSIRO, offering a range of options for how, when and where you work. We can discuss flexible work arrangements with you during the recruitment process. CSIRO also offers a range of leave entitlements, benefits and career development opportunities. To find out more, visit Careers at CSIRO.

Inclusion and belonging

Solving Australia's greatest challenges takes a diversity of minds and lived experiences. We know diverse teams are more effective and deliver more innovative outcomes. As an equal employment opportunity organisation, we are committed to creating diverse and inclusive teams where people feel they belong. We recognise true diversity encompasses all ages, abilities, cultures, faiths, levels of education, genders, sexualities, diversity of thought and much more. We focus on hiring people who share our values of People First, Further Together, Making it Real and Trusted.

CSIRO holds Gold Status for the Australian Workplace Equality Index for LGBTQIA+ inclusion, and a Science in Australia Gender Equity Bronze Award.

Eligibility 

Applications for this position are open to Australian Citizens only.  Appointment to this role is subject to provision of a national police check and may be subject to other security/medical/character requirements.   

Child safety 

CSIRO is committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people involved in our activities and programs. View our Child Safe Policy. 

How to apply 

Please apply online and submit a cover letter (maximum 2 pages) and CV that demonstrate your motivation and ability to meet the essential requirements of this role.

Applications close 

21 September 2025, 11:00pm AEST

Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and interviews may be held prior to the closing date. Early applications are encouraged.