Optical Engineer Contract Temp Jobs in Australia - Jul 2026

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Quality Control Inspector - Electronics

This is a Contract/Temp job

Competitive salary package with rewarding bonus structure
Great location with onsite, secure parking and close to Green Square Station
12 month full-time contract with possibility of extension - open to graduates

Are you an electrical quality inspector or an electrical engineer graduate looking for an entry into the work force? This could be the role for you!

subClassification: Electrical/Electronic EngineeringElectrical/Electronic Engineering classification: Engineering(Engineering)

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Listed one hour ago

Lead Optical Network Engineer (CIENA/DWDM)

at Peoplebank Australia ACT

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Capital Hill, Canberra ACT

Federal Government contract based in Canberra – 100% onsite (5 days per week).
12-month initial contract with 2 x 12-month extension options.
NV1/NV2 Security Clearance (or the ability to obtain one) is required.

Looking for a Lead Optical Network Engineer (CIENA/DWDM) for our fed gov client in Canberra. NV1/NV2 (or the ability to obtain one) is required.

subClassification: Engineering - NetworkEngineering - Network classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

1h ago

Listed six days ago

Quality Control Inspector - Electronics

at Finisar

This is a Contract/Temp job

Rosebery, Sydney NSW

Competitive salary package with rewarding bonus structure
Great location with onsite, secure parking and close to Green Square Station
12 month full-time contract with possibility of extension - open to graduates

Are you an electrical quality inspector or an electrical engineer graduate looking for an entry into the work force? This could be the role for you!

subClassification: Electrical/Electronic EngineeringElectrical/Electronic Engineering classification: Engineering(Engineering)

6d ago

Listed eleven days ago

Manufacturing Support Engineer

at Cochlear Limited.

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD

A top ASX top 50 listed company with double digit growth aspirations
A global leader in medical devices and hearing loss technologies
Located in Newstead

Cochlear is looking for a Manufacturing Support Engineer to join the Brisbane Operations team on a 12 month Fixed Term Contract (starting August 2026)

subClassification: OtherOther classification: Engineering(Engineering)

11d ago

Listed ten days ago

Manufacturing Equipment Technician

at Finisar

This is a Contract/Temp job

Rosebery, Sydney NSW

Competitive salary package with rewarding bonus structure
Great location with onsite, secure parking and close to Green Square Station
12 month contract with possibility of extension

Hands-on technician skilled in building, maintaining and commissioning production rigs, ensuring safe, reliable performance and fast issue resolution.

subClassification: TechniciansTechnicians classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

10d ago

Listed seventeen days ago

Production Technician ES - 20 Month FTC

at Rheinmetall Defence Australia

This is a Contract/Temp job

Redbank, Brisbane QLD

Pay scale is in line with RDA's EA

Assemble and test electronic components
Work a 9 day fortnight | Get every 2nd Friday off
Based at MILVEHCOE, Redbank

Build and test the future of armoured vehicle electronics

subClassification: ElectriciansElectricians classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

17d ago

Listed two days ago

Graduate Reliability & Maintenance Engineer

at Peters Ice Cream

This is a Contract/Temp job

Mulgrave, Melbourne VIC

Iconic and successful Australian FMCG business
Training Coaching and Career development
Fixed Term 12 month Contract

Join Peters Ice Cream as a Graduate Reliability & Maintenance Engineer in Mulgrave. Exciting fixed term contract in our Engineering department!

subClassification: MaintenanceMaintenance classification: Engineering(Engineering)

2d ago

Listed four days ago

Maker Education Lead

at Core Electronics

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Cardiff, Newcastle, Maitland & Hunter NSW

$80 – $90 per hour

Foundational role shaping hands-on maker education as we scale across Australia
Design and deliver industry-grade experiences: 3D printing, lasers, electronics
Backed by Core Electronics · Newcastle studio · in-studio + virtual delivery

We're looking for our Maker Education Lead — a foundational hire who will own how we teach, shape what we teach, and help us grow.

subClassification: Teaching - SecondaryTeaching - Secondary classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

4d ago

Listed two days ago

Post Market Surveillance Engineer

at Evolve Scientific

This is a Contract/Temp job

Macquarie Park, Sydney NSW

AUD 40 - 45 per hour, Training provided

Full-time, 6-month Contract (potential of extension)
Mon – Fri, 9am – 5pm
Graduates & Experienced Professionals Encouraged to Apply

Global Medical Device Manufacturer | Data Analysis & Trend Reporting | Complaint Management | Stakeholder Presentations | 6-Month Contract

subClassification: Pharmaceuticals & Medical DevicesPharmaceuticals & Medical Devices classification: Healthcare & Medical(Healthcare & Medical)

2d ago

Listed two days ago

Radar Systems Engineer

at SYPAQ Systems

This is a Contract/Temp job

Canberra ACT

Work on a Defence project
TSPV needed
Canberra based role

SYPAQ are seeking a an experienced specialist in Radar Systems (HF and Microwave)

subClassification: TelecommunicationsTelecommunications classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

2d ago

Listed five days ago

Hardware Design Engineer - Contract

at Tecside Sydney

This is a Contract/Temp job

Macquarie Park, Sydney NSW

Global organisation
Hardware design
Contract

We have an exciting 3-month contract opportunity for an experienced Hardware Design Engineer to join a globally recognised energy organisation based i

subClassification: Electrical/Electronic EngineeringElectrical/Electronic Engineering classification: Engineering(Engineering)

5d ago

Listed three days ago

Project Engineer

at All Energy Contracting

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD

AEC are hiring Project Engineers! Apply Now!

subClassification: OtherOther classification: Construction(Construction)

3d ago

Listed six days ago

CAD / Hardware Design Engineer

at Hays | Defence

This is a Contract/Temp job

Melbourne VIC

Exciting New Project
Defence Domain
Leading Defence Business

Defence Sector | Melbourne or Bendigo | Secure Programs Join a leading defence organisation delivering advanced engineering solutions across comple

subClassification: OtherOther classification: Engineering(Engineering)

6d ago

Listed ten days ago

Events & Venues Technician

at St Peters Lutheran College

This is a Contract/Temp job

Indooroopilly, Brisbane QLD

Temporary Contract | August to December 2026
Join one of Queensland's leading independent schools
Bring major school and community events to life

5 month leave cover delivering events and expert technical production, venue operations and audiovisual support at St Peters.

subClassification: Programming & ProductionProgramming & Production classification: Advertising, Arts & Media(Advertising, Arts & Media)

10d ago

Listed sixteen days ago

Senior Electrical & Control Systems Engineer

at BT Imaging Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Waterloo, Sydney NSW

Start immediately. This role leads the delivery and project management of electrical, control, and automation engineering work for hardware products.

subClassification: Electrical/Electronic EngineeringElectrical/Electronic Engineering classification: Engineering(Engineering)

16d ago

Listed eleven days ago

Packaging Engineer

at Vestacy

This is a Contract/Temp job

Sydney NSW(Hybrid)

Sydney CBD location
Hybrid
18 month contract

In this role, you’ll lead packaging execution and development, working across specialty finishes, labelling, artwork and specification documentation.

subClassification: Production, Planning & SchedulingProduction, Planning & Scheduling classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

11d ago

Listed six days ago

Project Engineer - CAD / Creo

at Hays | Defence

This is a Contract/Temp job

Melbourne VIC

Long Term Contract
Leading Defence Porject in the Land Domain
Attractive Daily Rates

Join a high-performing engineering team delivering complex, cutting-edge defence programmes Melbourne CBD | 12-Month Contract | Highly Attractive D

subClassification: Project EngineeringProject Engineering classification: Engineering(Engineering)

6d ago

Listed ten days ago

Field Engineer

at Green Light PS Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Adelaide SA

Competitive

Field Engineer 12 months Adelaide based Onsite Green Light is seeking a motivated and hands-on Field Engineer to join client growing

subClassification: Field EngineeringField Engineering classification: Engineering(Engineering)

10d ago

Listed six days ago

Quality Assurance Inspector

at Talent Focus

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wetherill Park, Sydney NSW

Quality Assurance Inspector required for 6 month contract for a leading Medical company

subClassification: Quality Assurance & ControlQuality Assurance & Control classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

6d ago

Listed twenty seven days ago

Electrical Product Compliance Engineer - Fixed Term Contract

at Australia Wide Engineering Recruitment

This is a Contract/Temp job

Melbourne VIC(Hybrid)

$95,000-105,000 plus super, hybrid role

Join a collaborative technical team in a 12-month Contract Electrical Product Engineer hybrid Melbourne CBD role.

subClassification: Electrical/Electronic EngineeringElectrical/Electronic Engineering classification: Engineering(Engineering)

27d ago•Expiring

Listed twenty four days ago

Project Engineer

at Bluefin Resources Pty Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Melbourne VIC

Project Engineer

subClassification: Electrical/Electronic EngineeringElectrical/Electronic Engineering classification: Engineering(Engineering)

24d ago•Expiring

Listed ten days ago

Signalling Design Project Engineer - Rail

at Heaton Rail Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Melbourne VIC(Hybrid)

Competitive pay rate + hybrid work + free Myki

Opportunity to work across various rail projects in Victoria
Long term contract with hybrid working arrangements + a free MyKi card
Play a critical role in ensuring the reliability & safety of our railways

Work with a major Rail Operator, reviewing signalling design & delivering engineering activities across critical rail maintenance projects.

subClassification: OtherOther classification: Engineering(Engineering)

10d ago

Listed seventeen days ago

Technical Officer, Manufacturing and Fabrication (JR47586 )

at Randstad - Construction, Property & Engineering

This is a Contract/Temp job

Melbourne VIC

$62.46 p.h.- $65 + Plus Super

Technical Officer role supporting the operational activities within Manufacturing and Fabrication Workspaces.

subClassification: Mechanical EngineeringMechanical Engineering classification: Engineering(Engineering)

17d ago

Listed eighteen days ago

Mechanical Engineer

at Arbex

This is a Contract/Temp job

Mount Gambier, Mt Gambier & Limestone Coast SA(Hybrid)

12-month fixed-term opportunity with autonomy and ownership
Improve reliability and performance of critical plant assets
Work with iconic brands at Arbex's Millicent manufacturing site

Improve asset reliability, reduce downtime and drive mechanical improvements in a world-class manufacturing environment.

subClassification: Mechanical EngineeringMechanical Engineering classification: Engineering(Engineering)

18d ago

Listed twenty days ago

Wind Installation Engineer

at Technical Resources Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Perth WA(Hybrid)

Transition to project site during construction phase
Office roster: 5 days on / 2 days off
Site roster: 2 weeks on / 1 week off

Deliver major renewable energy projects, leading wind installation activities from planning through to construction and commissioning.

subClassification: Mechanical EngineeringMechanical Engineering classification: Engineering(Engineering)

20d ago

Listed seventeen days ago

Testing Engineer

at Randstad - Construction, Property & Engineering

This is a Contract/Temp job

Moorebank, Sydney NSW

super

In this hands-on lab role, you will test, diagnose, and analyze advanced electronic equipment and connected hardware to ensure compliance

subClassification: Electrical/Electronic EngineeringElectrical/Electronic Engineering classification: Engineering(Engineering)

17d ago

Listed twenty five days ago

Field Supervisor x 3

at Talent

This is a Contract/Temp job

Perth WA(Hybrid)

inclusive of super

Lead the quality inspection, commissioning and acceptance
Major Perth based rail telco project

Supervise rail telecom site quality, commissioning and acceptance activities to ensure safe and compliant project delivery.

subClassification: TelecommunicationsTelecommunications classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

25d ago•Expiring

Listed thirteen days ago