4 R D jobs in Australia

**Who we want:**
+ **Detail-oriented process improvers** . Critical thinkers who naturally see opportunities to develop and optimize work processes - finding ways to simplify, standardize and automate.
+ **Self-directed initiators** . People who take ownership of their work and need no prompting to drive productivity, change, and outcomes.
+ **Analytical problem solvers** . People who go beyond just fixing to identify root causes, evaluate optimal solutions, and recommend comprehensive upgrades to prevent future issues.
+ **Goal-oriented developers** . Keeping the customer and requirements squarely in focus, people who deliver safe and robust solutions.
+ **Delivers results** . A driven player who sets high goals for personal achievement and organizational success. He/she measures success against the best internal and external benchmarks.
**Job description**
Mechatronics Engineer - Research & Development Lab
If you want to work at the forefront of medical technology and help improve patient outcomes, we need your mechatronics skillset!
Join Stryker's Digital, Robotics, and Enabling Technology (DRE) division and leverage your mechatronics skills to work on groundbreaking projects that improve patient outcomes and enhance healthcare. As a key member of our R&D team, you'll design, develop, and optimize components of complex robotic systems, collaborating with top talent globally to tackle complex clinical challenges. You'll help shape the future of medical technology by developing advanced prototypes, exploring new technologies, and scaling capabilities to deliver innovative and reliable solutions that make a real impact on patient care
**What you will do:**
+ Contribute to the design, development, and evaluation of robotic systems and applications in support of R&D project objectives, under guidance.
+ Translate user needs into basic design input specifications and support product design activities with minimal oversight.
+ Research and understand technical state of the art and identify potential technical solutions to problems. Deploy technical skills and knowledge to propose new concepts in collaboration with R&D Lab team.
+ Assist in implementation of concepts and development of prototypes, including mechanical, electrical and software components.
+ Validate developed prototypes and tools, including defining appropriate validation processes and applying standards where appropriate, under minimal supervision.
+ Collaborate with senior engineers to evaluate design trade-offs and develop system components.
+ Assist in troubleshooting and debugging issues in an agile development environment.
+ Support the generation and review of system documentation (requirements, design, architecture, bugs, testing) as part of a project team.
+ Collaborate with cross-functional teams across divisions to support shared technology initiatives.
+ Follow established design practices and software engineering standards to help ensure systems are safe, reliable, and user-friendly.
+ Learn and apply device development best practices and engineering methodologies through mentorship and training.
**What you need:**
+ A degree in Mechatronics or Robotics Engineering, or related field.
+ 2-4+ years of engineering industry experience (academic or early-career professional).
+ Working knowledge of CAD modeling/design software (e.g. Solidworks)
+ Good programming knowledge (esp. C++, MATLAB/Python) and experience with embedded software development.
+ Experience with hardware and software prototyping and system troubleshooting.
+ Good knowledge of robotics basics (kinematics, control theory) and strong mathematical skills (linear algebra, geometry).
+ Good communication skills and ability to explain complex technical topics in a succinct manner.
**What would be appreciated:**
+ Experience in medical field and developing biomedical applications is a plus.
+ Experience in electrical design software (e.g. Altium)
+ Basic knowledge of computer and robotic vision and image processing
+ Basic knowledge of statistics, probability and their application in robotics.
+ Skills in geometry processing and differential geometry.
Stryker is a global leader in medical technologies and, together with its customers, is driven to make healthcare better. The company offers innovative products and services in MedSurg, Neurotechnology, Orthopaedics and Spine that help improve patient and healthcare outcomes. Alongside its customers around the world, Stryker impacts more than 150 million patients annually.
Stryker Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. Stryker is an EO employer - M/F/Veteran/Disability.

By clicking the "Apply" button, I understand that my employment application process with Takeda will commence and that the information I provide in my application will be processed in line with Takeda's Privacy Notice and Terms of Use . I further attest that all information I submit in my employment application is true to the best of my knowledge.
**Job Description**
**About the Role**
The **Senior Specialist, R&D Lab Operations** is part of the R&D Lab Operations team, reports to the Head of Lab Operations, and is responsible for supporting and coordinating the oversight of critical lab operations, including buffer/media preparation, equipment preparation and temperature-controlled environments such as cold rooms, freezers and incubators. This role ensures the smooth execution of day-to-day laboratory infrastructure processes delivered by external partners (e.g., ISS under the IFM program), aligning them with Takeda's internal compliance, quality, and safety standards.
**How you will contribute:**
+ Plan and oversee buffer/media preparation workflows across R&D functions, ensuring IFM partners execute work effectively while maintaining operational continuity and compliance.
+ Oversee lab infrastructure operations, ensuring equipment is maintained and calibrated. Ensure PCS and CIP systems are adequately serviced by coordinating with technical specialists.
+ Monitor and ensure optimal performance of cold rooms, freezers, and incubators, focusing on temperature control and calibration.
+ Develop, maintain, and ensure adherence to SOPs aligned with internal and external standards.
+ Enforce safety protocols for hazardous chemical handling and ensure legal compliance.
+ Conduct inspections and validate service delivery by IFM partners.
+ Manage and optimize KPIs to ensure performance, drive continuous improvement, and minimize inefficiencies.
**Skills and qualifications:**
+ HTL diploma in biotechnology or related field with 7+ years of experience, or a Bachelor's degree (or higher) with 5+ years of relevant experience.
+ Proven expertise in lab operations, infrastructure management, EHS compliance, and SOP development.
+ Strong understanding of automated systems, particularly PCS, and the ability to effectively coordinate with technical support to address system maintenance and issues.
+ Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage diverse stakeholders.
+ Fluent in German and business proficiency in English, with excellent written and verbal communication skills.
+ Strategic mindset with strong problem-solving and prioritization skills, while remaining collaborative, proactive, and adaptable in a global, fast-paced environment.
+ Familiarity with process automation tools such as Power Platform is an advantage
**What we offer you:**
A competitive remuneration package with a minimum salary of 4.270,14 gross per month (full-time, collective wage agreement for the chemical industry) - the actual salary is higher and depends on your professional experience and qualifications.
+ Family-friendly company environment; support with parental leave, dad month, Bilingual company kindergarten
+ depending on the position / department
+ Commuting allowance or parking space (tax applicable)
+ Comprehensive training programs
+ In-house job rotation program
+ In-house Canteen with discounts or meal vouchers
+ Works council (events, festivals, shopping vouchers, etc.)
+ Employee Referral Program
+ Employee Recognition Program
+ Takeda Resource Groups
+ Medical checkups
+ Free vaccination program
+ Fitness Center in I67
+ Employee discounts
+ Employee Stock Purchase Plan
+ Group accident insurance
**More About Us:**
Takeda is a patient-focused, values-based, R&D-driven global biopharmaceutical company committed to bringing Better Health and a Brighter Future to people worldwide. Our passion and pursuit of potentially life-changing treatments for patients are deeply rooted in over 230 years of distinguished history in Japan.
Certified as a Global Top Employer, Takeda offers stimulating careers, encourages innovation, and strives for excellence in everything we do. We foster an inclusive, collaborative workplace, in which our teams are united by an unwavering commitment to deliver Better Health and a Brighter Future to people around the world.
**Make History, Change Futures.**
For over 240 years, Takeda's propensity to evolve has driven the next generation of innovation. Today, the organization spans the globe-colleagues across business units and functions face challenges head-on to deliver on our vision. The omnipresent patient focus instills pride in personal contributions.
**How we will support you:**
Takeda is proud of its commitment to create a diverse workforce and to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, parental status, national origin, age, disability, citizenship status, genetic information or characteristics, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you are living with disabilities, chronic illness, or neurodiversity, please feel free to let us know so that we can provide you with appropriate support during the application process.
**Locations**
AUT - Wien - DC Tower
**Worker Type**
Employee
**Worker Sub-Type**
Regular
**Time Type**
Full time

**DESCRIPTION**
We are looking for a talented Research and Development - Engine Test Technician to join our team specializing in Product Testing and Engineering Support for our On-Highway Engineering team, based at our Pilot Centre facility in Scoresby, Victoria.
**In this role, you will make an impact in the following ways:**
+ Build, repair, and prepare test articles and associated auxiliary equipment for engine and vehicle testing
+ Install and calibrate instrumentation including thermocouples, pressure transducers, and vibration accelerometers to enable accurate data acquisition
+ Perform tests in accordance with defined procedures and collaborate with performance engineers to develop and refine testing methods
+ Fabricate custom components and fixtures using welding, lathe, and milling equipment to support unique test setups
+ Analyze test data and contribute to technical documentation including teardown reports, calibration reviews, and failure analysis
+ Coordinate test programs by planning, scheduling, ordering, and tracking materials and resources to ensure timely execution
+ Support facility maintenance and repair work
+ Mechanical work on Diesel engines and vehicles
**RESPONSIBILITIES**
**To be successful in this role you will need the following:**
+ Trade qualifications in light vehicle mechanical, heavy vehicle mechanical, diesel fitting
+ Minimum 5 years of experience as a qualified tradesperson, ideally with exposure to mechanical testing and fabrication
+ Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to document technical findings and contribute to problem-solving teams
+ Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and familiarity with data acquisition systems and test instrumentation
+ Fabrication skills are ideal but not mandatory, welding, lathe, milling, etc.
**QUALIFICATIONS**
Core responsibilities
1. Install test equipment to various engines, in vehicles and stationary engines
1. Thermocouples
2. Pressure Transducers
3. Vibration accelerometers
2. Facilitate testing as requested by Customer Engineers
3. Fabricate custom components
Education needed
1. Light vehicle, heavy vehicle, diesel fitter qualifications required
2. Good reading and writing skills, able to read and write reports as required
Experience Preferences
1. Fabrication skills, welding, lathe, mill experience
2. 5+ years as a qualified trades person
3. Computer skills, Excel, Word etc.
**Job** Engineering
**Organization** Cummins Inc.
**Role Category** On-site
**Job Type** Office
**ReqID**
**Relocation Package** No