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ASC is Australia’s submarine company. We built Australia’s Collins Class submarines, sustain the Collins Class fleet, and have been selected by the Australian Government to sustain and jointly build conventionally armed, nuclear-powered submarines in Australia.
To deliver on this new work, ASC is seeking an experienced Welding / Materials Engineer to live, work, and learn about building nuclear-powered submarines in Barrow, United Kingdom (UK).
This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to further your career and professional capabilities through collaborations and upskilling with world-leading industry partners.
About the Opportunity
The Welding / Materials Engineer will apply their knowledge of welding standards, materials, weld procedures, and manufacturing processes to provide engineering competency and support to the SSN-AUKUS build program. Additionally, you will utilise NDT qualifications and OQE management to ensure that technical decisions are safe, practical, and suitable for implementation.
Once deployed, you will be immersed in the processes and procedures required to construct an SSN AUKUS submarine. You will receive a tailored development plan, giving you exposure to world-class submarine programs, and be informed of specific rotations in Barrow to further enhance your capabilities in submarine design and build.
At the completion of your deployment, you will return to South Australia (SA) to carry out planning, management, and build activities on the SSN-AUKUS Submarines at the Osborne Shipyard. Living and working in South Australia will be non-negotiable, so please consider this when applying.
Successful candidates will deploy August/September 2025.
Please note this is a Civilian role and recruitment processes will differ from those undertaken in Active Service Defence recruitment.
Responsibilities
1. Conduct in-depth analysis and modelling whilst independently addressing and resolving complex engineering issues in welding and materials across the SSN-AUKUS build program.
2. Undertake tasks involving high complexity, including intricate organisation, analysis, and processes such as complex calculations and system design.
3. Provide technical direction throughout the lifecycle of design projects, ensuring adherence to specifications, sketches, test procedures, and engineering reports.
4. Prepare technical reports and other engineering documents with minimum supervision.
About you
* Qualifications in Welding/Materials Engineering.
* Leadership and interpersonal skills.
* Ability to recognise and address relevant issues of a task with minimum supervision.
* Eligible for membership status with Institute of Engineers Australia.
* Ability to obtain and maintain an Australian Defence Security Clearance to NV1 level.
* Must be an Australian Citizen.
This role requires a current National Police Clearance and an Australian Defence Security Clearance. Your eligibility for this role depends on obtaining and maintaining such clearance.
While ASC will accept all applications, this role involves access to protected U.S. defence technology, so applicants holding nationality of certain foreign countries may be ineligible.
To check your eligibility, please visit the Australian Government Security Vetting Agency website.
What are the benefits?
We support you before departing for the UK and during your overseas assignment. As an ASC employee in the UK, you will have access to benefits such as:
* Paid work, training, and living in Barrow, UK for 2 years.
* Work on world-class nuclear-powered submarines and cutting-edge nuclear technology.
* World-leading training in nuclear technology.
* Relocation support including cost of living allowances, housing assistance, and family support.
* Potential to return to a secure job with ASC in future nuclear submarine programs.
* Access to ASC’s industry-leading employment benefits.
About ASC
Established in 1985, ASC’s 1900+ staff offer unmatched expertise in submarine design, project management, supply chain, construction, and engineering within Australia’s defence industry. The company works on Australia’s nuclear-powered submarine build, Collins Class Life of Type Extension, and plays a key role in training Royal Australian Navy submariners.
Find your deeper purpose working with submarines at ASC.
Next Steps
* Applicants who are shortlisted will be contacted for an initial phone discussion about the opportunity and eligibility. Successful candidates will be invited to interview.
* Unsuccessful applicants will also be notified via email promptly.
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