Production Engineer (ADaPT)

Every institution values excellence. What matters most is why.
Griffith was created to be a different type of university. You’ll find we’re about leading research, academic excellence, and the transformative power of education. But what sets us apart is why those things matter and how we achieve them.

Why? Griffith brings together exceptional minds like yours from across the globe and from all walks of life. Here, we do incredible work—questioning and challenging—always in pursuit of excellence.

About ADaPT Institute
The Advanced Design and Prototyping Technologies Institute (ADaPT) at Griffith University excels at connecting cutting-edge research with practical industry applications. ADaPT delivers innovative engineering solutions through advanced manufacturing, rapid prototyping, and comprehensive digital design processes, prioritising close collaboration with industry partners, supported by academia, to address complex engineering challenges across industrial, aerospace, marine, and biomedical sectors.

Why join ADaPT?

• Work within a world-class facility equipped with state-of-the-art manufacturing and analytical technologies.
• Opportunities for professional growth within a multidisciplinary, innovative, and industry- focused team.
• Engage extensively with a wide network of industrial, governmental, and academic partners.

We are currently seeking an enthusiastic and highly communicative Production Engineer to join our dynamic team at ADaPT. In this role, you will act as an essential link primarily between industry stakeholders and our research capabilities, transforming innovative ideas into tangible prototypes and commercially viable products.

This role involves a high level of manual handling, requiring the ability to safely lift, move, and manage various materials and equipment on a regular basis.

We strongly encourage interested candidates to apply, even if you don’t meet every listed responsibility/criteria – we offer thorough training and professional development to support your growth.

Key responsibilities include but not limited to:

• Leading and supporting design, development, and prototyping projects from initial concept through validation and production, adhering to ISO 9001 and ISO 13485 standards.
• Developing expertise in advanced 3D printing and manufacturing technologies, utilising diverse materials including polymers, metals, resins, and ceramics.
• Ensuring compliance with safety standards, conducting risk assessments, and adopting best engineering practices across all activities.
• Acting as a key liaison, engaging regularly and effectively with industry partners, external suppliers, and stakeholders.
• Providing technical guidance and mentoring to undergraduate and postgraduate research students.
• Maintaining detailed documentation of design processes, prototyping, production activities, and equipment management.

About you
Ideal candidates will:

• Hold a bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Biomedical Engineering, or a closely related discipline (required).
• Demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills, confidently engaging with industry clients and diverse stakeholders.
• Have an interest or experience in digital design pathways, such as working with CAD software (e.g., Autodesk Fusion 360), 3D slicing software (e.g., Preform, 3DSprint, Eiger), and medical segmentation tools like Simpleware Synopsys.
• Demonstrate strong self-motivation to continually deepen understanding of manufacturing processes, with a focus on 3D printing technologies such as metal, polymer, and composite printing.
• Maintain exceptional standards of safety, quality, and ethical professional conduct.

What we can offer
This is a fixed term (12 months, with the possibility of an extension subject to funding), full-time position primarily based at Griffith University Gold Coast. As Griffith is a multi-site University you may be required to work across other locations. Griffith University’s campuses are located on the lands of the Yugarabul, Yuggera, Jagera, Turrbal, Yugambeh and Kombumerri peoples.

Salary Range
The full-time equivalent base salary for a HEW Level 6 is in the range $91,843 - $97,964 per annum, plus 17% superannuation. The total FTE package will be in the range $107,456 - $114,618 per annum.

Why Griffith?
As a values-led organisation, Griffith University has created a dynamic and strong organisational culture. We offer:

• Wide range of Learning and Development opportunities
• Salary packaging options and corporate health discounts
• Generous leave entitlements including paid parental leave and leave loading
• Health, safety, and wellbeing initiatives including on-campus gym facilities

How to Apply
At Griffith, we’re committed to providing a safe and inclusive environment for all—whoever you are and wherever you’re from. If you require any accommodations, please let us know so we can support your participation fully in our recruitment process.

Griffith University values diversity, inclusion, and flexibility, and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and candidates of all backgrounds. For more information, please visit our Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion page. Griffith University also maintains a strict zero-tolerance policy against all forms of modern slavery. For details, refer to Griffith’s Modern Slavery Policy.

Please submit your application online, including:

• A cover letter outlining your suitability for the role (please refer to the About you section above and the position description)
• Current curriculum vitae/resume with full contact details
• Names and contact details of at least two professional referees (no contact will be made without your permission)

Applicants must have unrestricted working rights for the duration of this appointment.  Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Successful candidates may be subject to a criminal history check.

For further information specifically about this role, please contact the ADaPT Institute at [email protected] or visit griffith.edu.au/adapt.

For application support, please contact People Services on (07) 373 54011 and quote reference number REF7803H.

Closing Date:  Friday, 27 June 2025 at 11.59pm AEST. All applications must be submitted online.

Please allow at least 1 – 2 weeks from the closing date to expect an application update.