Engineering Draftsperson
APS Level 5
Melbourne
Position overview
As the occupant of this position, you will be a member of the Operational Technology and Engineering (OTE) Section. The role of the OTE Section is to ensure the development, delivery and operation of measurement equipment and systems meet the Bureau's performance and functional requirements. This includes the following sensors/networks:
- Radar and Wind Profilers
- Automatic Weather Stations
- Solar Radiation
- Upper Air
- Flood Warning
- Sea Level
- Aircraft Based Observations
OTE Section is made up of a diverse team of specialists and engineers responsible for the development and design of engineering and technological solutions, incorporating level three maintenance support, on a range of technologies spanning from radars to rainfall stations, drifting buoys to dedicated observations, and satellites to ships at sea, to meet business needs.
The Engineering Draftsperson is part of the Systems Engineering and Quality Assurance (SE&QA) team. The SE&QA area, which also includes a Drafting Office, provides a range of specialist advice and services to the Bureau across the networks being managed.
As Engineering Draftsperson, reporting to the Lead Engineering Draftsperson, you will be responsible in ensuring networks meet Bureau's current and future needs by undertaking complex 3D modelling of Bureau equipment and producing fully dimensioned drawings for fabrication and installation.
You will work in a cooperative and flexible team environment and liaise closely with scientific, engineering and technical staff to produce high quality outputs to ISO and Australian standards.
To succeed in this role, you will have:
- Extensive experience and in-depth understanding of Autodesk® Inventor® solid modelling and drawing preparation techniques as well as up to date proficiency in the use of AutoCAD® 2D drafting tools
- Extensive experience in the preparation of complex 3D design assemblies and the knowledge and ability to influence equipment design and fabrication decisions
- Extensive knowledge of, and ability to apply, AS 1100 Parts 101 & 201 'Technical drawing' and ISO 1101 'Geometrical product specifications' standards
- Ability to work within a Quality Management System (ISO 9001)
- An understanding, or ability to quickly gain an understanding, of Systems Engineering principles (e.g. ISO 15288)
- Proven ability to work within a team environment
- Strong communication and liaison skills
- Enthusiasm and drive
Role responsibilities
- Provide high-quality engineering drafting services to the Bureau using the available Computer Aided Design (CAD) system. In particular:
- Specify appropriate drafting standards and procedures and ensure that all drafting outputs are of a high quality (industry best practice and meeting customer requirements).
- Provide products and services in a timely manner based on determined work priorities.
- Provide specialist advice and assistance to clients in all areas of the Bureau on all aspects of engineering drafting services.
- Maintain technical expertise in relation to current software releases and modern innovations in manufacturing capabilities. Develop and maintain an understanding of contractor fabrication processes and capabilities.
- Assist in the development of new and/or improved drafting systems, techniques and processes for use by the Drafting Office.
- Liaise with internal staff and private contractors for the preparation of drawings relating to the detail, design, manufacture and installation of equipment.
- Being responsible and accountable for the management of allocated budgets in accordance with the Australian Government Financial Framework and all relevant Bureau-issued Financial Procedural Rules.
- Demonstrate commitment to the Bureau’s values and behaviours, APS Employment Principles and Code of Conduct, and the Bureau Way.
- Comply with all Bureau Work Health and Safety Policies and procedures. Take reasonable care for your own health and safety and that of employees, contractors and visitors who may be affected by your actions and systems of work.
- Participate in ensuring the quality and effectiveness of products and services and the ongoing development, implementation and continual improvement of the quality management system to achieve and maintain the ongoing certification of compliance with the ISO 9001 Quality Management Standard. Conduct all activities associated with the position in accordance with the Technical Authority issue to them.
Application Closing Time and Date: 11:30pm, Tuesday, 7 July 2026
For further information please review the position description on
https://bomcareers.nga.net.au/cp/
Pay: $88,834.00 – $96,829.00 per year
Work Location: In person
