Job Description

About Us

At

Thrust Maritime

, we're specialists in the design, manufacture, and operation of high-integrity offshore lifting and launch & recovery systems (LARS). Working across the oil & gas and defence sectors, we solve complex marine and subsea challenges with practical, high-performance engineering. We're a privately-owned business with a dedicated team and a strong focus on delivering reliable, safety-critical equipment that performs under pressure.

We have a strong pipeline of extremely interesting work and seeking someone who is excited to work on some innovative projects.

The Opportunity

We're looking for a Senior

Naval Architect

or

Mechanical or Subsea Engineer

(or similar)with

maritime experience

- to join our team and take the lead on the mechanical design and development of LARS and other marine equipment. This is a key technical role, suited to someone who wants to be deeply involved in engineering delivery and make a real impact on project outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

Design and analysis of mechanical components for offshore and marine environments using 3D & 2D CAD (Solidworks preferred) Perform stress analysis, hand calculations, and FEA as required Develop test plans and support mechanical product testing Prepare specifications and support procurement and manufacture Write technical reports and documentation Develop operational procedures and vessel integration plans Support the engineering manager in tracking, review and approval of engineering deliverables Collaborate closely with cross-disciplinary teams including naval architects, electrical, fluid power, and control systems engineers

About You

You're a technically strong engineer who enjoys solving real-world problems and taking full ownership of your work. You bring a practical mindset, strong design skills, and experience in one or more of the following areas:

Marine or offshore systems Safety-critical systems Rotating machinery Offshore lifting Hydraulics and fluid power

What We Offer

A close-knit team and a supportive, family-business environment A strong focus on work-life balance The opportunity to work across the full lifecycle - from design to delivery and operations A hands-on environment where your work has immediate and visible impact Our unique custom built facility (office and factory) is based in Dandenong South, Melbourne, Australia.
We're open to overseas applicants and can offer

VISA sponsorship

for the right person.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 55,000.00-70,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Relocation assistance
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Application question(s):

Would you be willing to relocate to Australia?
Work Location: In person