Materials Characterisation Full Time Jobs in Australia - May 2026

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Mechanical Engineer

This is a Full time job

Competitive salary based on experience.
Exposure to manufacturing, fabrication, and custom equipment design.
Opportunity to contribute to automation and process improvement projects.

Competitive salary based on experience.
Exposure to manufacturing, fabrication, and custom equipment design.
Opportunity to contribute to automation and process improvement projects.

Elephants Foot is seeking a practical and detail-focused Mechanical Engineer – Design & Manufacturing to join our Sydney-based engineering team.

subClassification: Mechanical EngineeringMechanical Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

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Technical Specialist - Submarine Materials - Director

at Australian Submarine Agency

This is a Full time job

Fishermans Bend, Melbourne VIC

$144,430 - $173,359 (EL 2) + up to 15.4% Super

Fantastic unique for industry leaders and experts
Generous Superannuation 15.4% & Generous leave entitlements
Opportunity to support AUKUS

Fantastic unique for industry leaders and experts
Generous Superannuation 15.4% & Generous leave entitlements
Opportunity to support AUKUS

Calling all Technical industry experts, this is an opportunity you do not want to miss!

subClassification: Laboratory & Technical ServicesLaboratory & Technical Services

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

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Listed one hour ago

QA Inspector (Welshpool)

at Bossong Engineering Pty Ltd

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Welshpool, Perth WA

Hands-on Quality Inspector role focused on threaded connections, precision inspection, documentation and meeting strict industry standards.

subClassification: Quality Assurance & ControlQuality Assurance & Control

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

1h ago

Listed twenty three hours ago

Construction Materials Testing Technician - Entry-Level

at Coffey Testing Pty Ltd

This is a Full time job

Welshpool, Perth WA

Ready to start your career in the CMT industry?
One of Australia’s oldest CMT companies with over 65 years’ experience
Monthly recognition and reward programs + lab events

Ready to start your career in the CMT industry?
One of Australia’s oldest CMT companies with over 65 years’ experience
Monthly recognition and reward programs + lab events

Coffey Testing is currently seeking entry-level Technicians to join our Perth Laboratory.

subClassification: TechniciansTechnicians

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

23h ago

Listed five days ago

Material Planner

at Alstom

This is a Full time job

Perth WA

Newly created role, make this your own!
Competitive salary package + benefits.
Join the High Capacity Signally Rail project!

Newly created role, make this your own!
Competitive salary package + benefits.
Join the High Capacity Signally Rail project!

Alstom are seeking a detail-oriented Material Planner to join our Supply Chain team based in Perth CBD.

subClassification: Production, Planning & SchedulingProduction, Planning & Scheduling

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

5d ago

Listed one day ago

Mechanical Engineer

at Elephants Foot Chute Solutions

This is a Full time job

Bankstown, Sydney NSW

Competitive salary based on experience.
Exposure to manufacturing, fabrication, and custom equipment design.
Opportunity to contribute to automation and process improvement projects.

Competitive salary based on experience.
Exposure to manufacturing, fabrication, and custom equipment design.
Opportunity to contribute to automation and process improvement projects.

Elephants Foot is seeking a practical and detail-focused Mechanical Engineer – Design & Manufacturing to join our Sydney-based engineering team.

subClassification: Mechanical EngineeringMechanical Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

1d ago

Listed four days ago

Materials Planner

at Patties Foods Pty Ltd

This is a Full time job

Pakenham, West Gippsland & Latrobe Valley VIC(Hybrid)

Competitive salary and employee benefits on offer
Varied and dynamic role allowing you to utilise and grow on your strong skills
Excellent culture- Surround yourself in an inclusive and successful team!

Competitive salary and employee benefits on offer
Varied and dynamic role allowing you to utilise and grow on your strong skills
Excellent culture- Surround yourself in an inclusive and successful team!

Manage raw material supply planning for iconic Aussie food brands. MRP/ERP experience essential. Full-time, Pakenham VIC

subClassification: Production, Planning & SchedulingProduction, Planning & Scheduling

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

4d ago

Listed six days ago

Technical Specialist - Submarine Materials - Director

at Australian Submarine Agency

This is a Full time job

Fishermans Bend, Melbourne VIC

$144,430 - $173,359 (EL 2) + up to 15.4% Super

Fantastic unique for industry leaders and experts
Generous Superannuation 15.4% & Generous leave entitlements
Opportunity to support AUKUS

Fantastic unique for industry leaders and experts
Generous Superannuation 15.4% & Generous leave entitlements
Opportunity to support AUKUS

Calling all Technical industry experts, this is an opportunity you do not want to miss!

subClassification: Laboratory & Technical ServicesLaboratory & Technical Services

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

6d ago

Listed twenty hours ago

R&D Process Engineer - Mechanical or Chemical

at 1414 Degrees

This is a Full time job

Tonsley, Adelaide SA

Work on cutting-edge thermal energy storage and hydrogen technologies
Apply engineering skills to solve complex, real-world challenges
Take projects from concept to delivery in a collaborative team

Work on cutting-edge thermal energy storage and hydrogen technologies
Apply engineering skills to solve complex, real-world challenges
Take projects from concept to delivery in a collaborative team

Be part of 1414 Degrees’ mission to develop innovative energy storage and hydrogen solutions driving industrial decarbonisation.

subClassification: Process EngineeringProcess Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

20h ago

Listed four days ago

Production Planner - Chemical Manufacturer

at Metz Specialty Materials Pty Ltd

This is a Full time job

Clayton, Melbourne VIC

$75,000 – $85,000 per year

Diverse role working directly with the Production Manager as a trusted 2IC Strong focus on systems, process improvement, and operational excellence

subClassification: Production, Planning & SchedulingProduction, Planning & Scheduling

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

4d ago

Listed two days ago

QC Chemist/Quality Control Officer - Polymers

at Recruiting Partners Australia

This is a Full time job

Villawood, Sydney NSW

Eastern suburbs location - Kilsyth
Available immediately
Join a multi national company with a fabulous work culture

Eastern suburbs location - Kilsyth
Available immediately
Join a multi national company with a fabulous work culture

Join a National manufacturer's technical team as QC Chemist specialisiing in polymers.

subClassification: Laboratory & Technical ServicesLaboratory & Technical Services

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

2d ago

Listed six days ago

Materials R&D Operations Manager

at Weir Group

This is a Full time job

Artarmon, Sydney NSW

Be part of a global leader shaping sustainable mining
Drive R&D strategy, governance, and ways of working across a global environment
Build/influence a global R&D community, embedding best-practice ways of working

Be part of a global leader shaping sustainable mining
Drive R&D strategy, governance, and ways of working across a global environment
Build/influence a global R&D community, embedding best-practice ways of working

Lead Materials R&D at Weir—drive strategy, build teams, and deliver impactful, sustainable mining solutions on a global scale from our Artarmon lab!

subClassification: Materials SciencesMaterials Sciences

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

6d ago

Listed five days ago

Development Engineer

at Sharp & Carter Operations & Manufacturing VIC

This is a Full time job

Melbourne VIC

Newly created role supporting major long-term product development programmes
Broad cross-functional position combining engineering, manufacturing, and trials
Highly collaborative environment across technical, operational and project teams

Newly created role supporting major long-term product development programmes
Broad cross-functional position combining engineering, manufacturing, and trials
Highly collaborative environment across technical, operational and project teams

Exciting opportunity with a newly created role in an advanced manufacturing environment!

Recruited byNicole Tianihad

subClassification: Industrial EngineeringIndustrial Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

5d ago

Listed fifteen days ago

Industry Consultant

at Dematic Pty Ltd

This is a Full time job

Notting Hill, Melbourne VIC(Hybrid)

Attractive package and great co benefits

Join a global leader at the forefront of Automation, Robotics and Engineering
This role will be located in Notting Hill, VIC - WFH and Office flexibility
Innovative and supportive workplace culture

Join a global leader at the forefront of Automation, Robotics and Engineering
This role will be located in Notting Hill, VIC - WFH and Office flexibility
Innovative and supportive workplace culture

Looking for a Material Handling Expert to join our team as an Industry Consultant for our Melbourne office ... look no further ! Read On !

subClassification: Materials Handling EngineeringMaterials Handling Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

15d ago

Listed four days ago

PROJECT ENGINEER - MECHANICAL OR CHEMICAL/PROCESS

at TFA Project Group

This is a Full time job

Fortitude Valley, Brisbane QLD

Great opportunity for a Project Engineer to join a multi-disciplinary engineering and design consultancy with over 30 years' experience. APPLY NOW!

subClassification: Mechanical EngineeringMechanical Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

4d ago

Listed more than thirty days ago

Fabrication Materials Coordinator

at Private Advertiser

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Wingfield, Adelaide SA

$75,000 – $85,000 per year

The Fabrication Materials Coordinator ensures the right materials reach the shop floor on time, supporting safe, efficient fabrication.

subClassification: Production, Planning & SchedulingProduction, Planning & Scheduling

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

30d+ ago

Listed one day ago

Project Engineer

at Bygen Pty Ltd

This is a Full time job

Thomastown, Melbourne VIC(Hybrid)

We are seeking a Project Engineer to support our growing team in the advanced materials production industry.

subClassification: Project EngineeringProject Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

1d ago

Listed one day ago

Design Drafter

at TRILITY Pty Ltd

This is a Full time job

Yatala, Gold Coast QLD

Career development opportunities with a growing company
Competitive remuneration package + incentive scheme
Flexible work options to promote work life balance

Career development opportunities with a growing company
Competitive remuneration package + incentive scheme
Flexible work options to promote work life balance

TRILITY is seeking a full time Design Drafter to join the team in Yatala, Queensland

subClassification: Engineering DraftingEngineering Drafting

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

1d ago

Listed twenty one days ago

Principal Mechanical Engineer - Materials Handling

at Randstad - Construction, Property & Engineering

This is a Full time job

Perth WA(Hybrid)

12-month Principal Mechanical Engineer contract in Perth. Lead technical assurance for major materials handling projects. Hybrid 5/2 roster.

subClassification: Materials Handling EngineeringMaterials Handling Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

21d ago

Listed thirty one minutes ago

Process Engineer

at VISY

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Murarrie, Brisbane QLD

Competitive Salary and Great Career Opportunities!

Drive process optimisation and cost reduction across a large-scale paper mill
Lead energy efficiency and compliance initiatives with real operational impact
High-autonomy role, scope to build systems and influence performance outcomes

Drive process optimisation and cost reduction across a large-scale paper mill
Lead energy efficiency and compliance initiatives with real operational impact
High-autonomy role, scope to build systems and influence performance outcomes

Join Visy as a Process Engineer- optimise mill performance, reduce costs, and deliver continuous improvement in a fast-paced manufacturing environment

subClassification: Process EngineeringProcess Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

31m ago

Listed one hour ago

Quality Engineer

at Australia Wide Engineering Recruitment

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Kilsyth, Yarra Valley & High Country VIC

Develop and maintain consistent quality systems and product standards, while working closely with the production team.

subClassification: Quality Assurance & ControlQuality Assurance & Control

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

1h ago

Listed six days ago

Technical Specialist - Submarine Materials - Director

at Australian Submarine Agency

This is a Full time job

Adelaide SA

$144,430 - $173,359 (EL 2) + up to 15.4% Super

Fantastic unique for industry leaders and experts
Generous Superannuation 15.4% & Generous leave entitlements
Opportunity to support AUKUS

Fantastic unique for industry leaders and experts
Generous Superannuation 15.4% & Generous leave entitlements
Opportunity to support AUKUS

Calling all Technical industry experts, this is an opportunity you do not want to miss!

subClassification: Laboratory & Technical ServicesLaboratory & Technical Services

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

6d ago

Listed nineteen minutes ago

Third-Party Quality Control Manager

at Miller Leith

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Keysborough, Melbourne VIC

$120,000 - $150,000 + Super

Lead supplier quality and offshore manufacturing compliance for a growing furniture solutions business with international travel.

subClassification: Quality Assurance & ControlQuality Assurance & Control

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

19m ago

Listed twenty two hours ago

Chemical Engineer / Metallurgist

at Encounter Resources Ltd

This is a Full time job

Subiaco, Perth WA

This is an outstanding opportunity to learn from a seasoned industry mentor while taking ownership over meaningful technical work.

subClassification: Mining - ProcessingMining - Processing

classification: Mining, Resources & Energy(Mining, Resources & Energy)

22h ago

Listed six days ago

Quality Coordinator - Structural Steel

at TalentBlue

This is a Full time job

North Maclean, Brisbane QLD

Upto $140K + Super + Car & Fuel

Permanet Contract
$110 - $140K + Car + Fuel
Work for a Large National Fabricator

Permanet Contract
$110 - $140K + Car + Fuel
Work for a Large National Fabricator

The Structural Steel Receiving & Verification Inspector is a critical, hands-on role responsible for ensuring accuracy and and acceptance

subClassification: Quality Assurance & ControlQuality Assurance & Control

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

6d ago

Listed one day ago

Production Quality Engineer

at Hanwha Defence Australia

This is a Full time job

Avalon, South West Coast VIC

Brand new state of the art manufacturing facility – including a fitness centre!
9 Day Fortnight
Competitive pay

Brand new state of the art manufacturing facility – including a fitness centre!
9 Day Fortnight
Competitive pay

The Production Quality Engineer is responsible for ensuring product and process quality throughout vehicle manufacturing activities.

subClassification: Mechanical EngineeringMechanical Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

1d ago

Listed four days ago

Graduate Quality Engineer

at Techtronic Industries

This is a Full time job

Mount Waverley, Melbourne VIC

World-class brands, innovative products for home improvements and construction
Global high growth company with strong potential for career progression
Thrive in a company with a great culture and inspiring leaders

World-class brands, innovative products for home improvements and construction
Global high growth company with strong potential for career progression
Thrive in a company with a great culture and inspiring leaders

If you are a recent engineering graduate and love working with DIY tools then this is the perfect role for you!

subClassification: MaintenanceMaintenance

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

4d ago

Listed one day ago

SolidWorks Designer - Sheet Metal & Fabrication

at Quik Corp Pty Ltd

This is a Full time job

Coolum Beach, Sunshine Coast QLD

Designs you create are built in-house and used on real equipment
Hands-on role focused on sheet metal, weldments and practical design
Mix of custom builds and new products with real factory feedback

Designs you create are built in-house and used on real equipment
Hands-on role focused on sheet metal, weldments and practical design
Mix of custom builds and new products with real factory feedback

Design equipment that gets built. Quik Corp is seeking a hands-on SolidWorks Designer with sheet metal and fabrication experience for in-house builds.

subClassification: Engineering DraftingEngineering Drafting

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

1d ago

Listed twenty five days ago