Phd Mechanical Engineering Contract Temp Jobs in Australia - May 2026

Listed eight days ago

Graduate Mechanical Engineer

This is a Contract/Temp job

Work on large-scale automation and engineering projects
Gain hands-on experience with SolidWorks and AutoCAD
Join a growing, innovation-driven national business

Work on large-scale automation and engineering projects
Gain hands-on experience with SolidWorks and AutoCAD
Join a growing, innovation-driven national business

Support mechanical engineering projects through design, drafting, automation, and equipment improvement initiatives at SPL.

subClassification: Mechanical EngineeringMechanical Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

8d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Mechanical Engineer

at Ocius

This is a Contract/Temp job

Alexandria, Sydney NSW

Design high-reliability Mechanical Systems
Develop new systems for market leading USVS
12 Month FTC

Design high-reliability Mechanical Systems
Develop new systems for market leading USVS
12 Month FTC

Build your career in robotics by solving mission-critical problems in a market leading USV company.

subClassification: Mechanical EngineeringMechanical Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

12d ago

Listed one hour ago

Workshop Technican - Mechanical Engineering

at HOBAN Recruitment

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Hawthorn, Melbourne VIC

Up to $46 p.h.

Temporary opportunity with a leading university in a practical, hands-on role with real impact!

subClassification: Fitters, Turners & MachinistsFitters, Turners & Machinists

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

1h ago

Listed two days ago

Mechatronic Engineer

at Biologic Environmental

This is a Contract/Temp job

Osborne Park, Perth WA

$45 – $48 per hour

Build real field-deployed monitoring units for a client project
Hands-on exposure to electronics, firmware, CAD and ruggedisation
Autonomous role with strong team support

Build real field-deployed monitoring units for a client project
Hands-on exposure to electronics, firmware, CAD and ruggedisation
Autonomous role with strong team support

Build, test and deliver rugged remote monitoring units to meet client deadlines. Hands-on work across electronics, firmware, CAD and weatherproofing.

subClassification: Mechanical EngineeringMechanical Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

2d ago

Listed seven days ago

Performance Engineer

at PERSOL

This is a Contract/Temp job

Adelaide SA

PERSOL APAC is one of Australia's largest and longest serving recruitment providers. Delivering both quality temporary and permanent options.

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

7d ago

Listed twenty six days ago

Research fellow in control theory and robotics

at The University Of Melbourne

This is a Contract/Temp job

Parkville, Melbourne VIC

$110301 - $114366 p.a. + 17% super

Drive cutting-edge optimisation and control research
Grow your academic profile within a collaborative engineering community
Benefits package including salary packaging, health and wellbeing programs

Drive cutting-edge optimisation and control research
Grow your academic profile within a collaborative engineering community
Benefits package including salary packaging, health and wellbeing programs

Advance data-driven optimisation for real-world control systems in a collaborative mechanical and electrical engineering environment.

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

26d ago•Expiring

Listed two days ago

Senior Mechanical Designer

at Wallbridge Gilbert Aztec

This is a Contract/Temp job

West Perth, Perth WA

West Perth location
Bentley suite of design products
Collaborative team environment

West Perth location
Bentley suite of design products
Collaborative team environment

Secure Contract and Permanent opportunities on major materials handling projects

subClassification: Engineering DraftingEngineering Drafting

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

2d ago

Listed sixteen days ago

Senior Mechanical Engineer

at Intelligent Recruitment

This is a Contract/Temp job

South West & M5 Corridor, Sydney NSW(Hybrid)

Lead role working on a major new facility
Key interface between external design consultants and internal stakeholders
Client-side role with strong influence across the design lifecycle

Lead role working on a major new facility
Key interface between external design consultants and internal stakeholders
Client-side role with strong influence across the design lifecycle

Rare opportunity to work as a Senior Mechanical Engineer for a sought-after organisation operating within a highly regulated, complex environment.

subClassification: Mechanical EngineeringMechanical Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

16d ago

Listed seven days ago

Electrical Engineer – R&D / Product Development

at Talent Scout Consulting

This is a Contract/Temp job

Murarrie, Brisbane QLD

Brisbane based | Murarrie location – Join global BESS technology leader
Design innovative energy products for global deployment
Work on cutting-edge battery storage technology in a fast-paced engineering team

Brisbane based | Murarrie location – Join global BESS technology leader
Design innovative energy products for global deployment
Work on cutting-edge battery storage technology in a fast-paced engineering team

Senior R&D Electrical Engineer role with global BESS leader Pixii. Product development, innovation and cutting-edge energy tech. 4-5 month contract.

subClassification: Electrical/Electronic EngineeringElectrical/Electronic Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

7d ago

Listed eight days ago

Senior Mechanical Engineer

at Technical Resources Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Perth WA(Hybrid)

Global engineering group supporting major miners across WA’s resource sector.
Strong team environment.
Strong pipeline of mining projects with variety across sites and scopes.

Global engineering group supporting major miners across WA’s resource sector.
Strong team environment.
Strong pipeline of mining projects with variety across sites and scopes.

Senior Mechanical Engineer: water pumping & piping projects for tier-1 WA miners. Global team, varied projects.

subClassification: Mechanical EngineeringMechanical Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

8d ago

Listed twenty days ago

Mechanical Project Engineer

at Intelligent Recruitment

This is a Contract/Temp job

South West & M5 Corridor, Sydney NSW(Hybrid)

Interesting, complex & varied industrial projects in an innovative organisation
Professional high performing team that values collaboration
Excellent career role for your resume | One-of-a-kind opportunity

Interesting, complex & varied industrial projects in an innovative organisation
Professional high performing team that values collaboration
Excellent career role for your resume | One-of-a-kind opportunity

Join a sought-after organisation delivering technically complex projects in a highly regulated industrial environment. Apply now!

subClassification: Mechanical EngineeringMechanical Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

20d ago

Listed fourteen days ago

Senior Mechanical Engineer

at TRS Staffing Solutions (Australia) Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Perth WA

Major Port Handling Project

Major Port Handling Project

Our client is a major infrastructure owner. They are WA's primary container and bulk handling infrastructure.

subClassification: Mechanical EngineeringMechanical Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

14d ago

Listed fourteen days ago

Mechanical Engineer - Capital Works Projects (Mining)

at COSOL

This is a Contract/Temp job

Townsville, Northern QLD

DIDO Mackay/Townsville
9 Day Fortnight - 12hr days
Competitive Rate with Super on all hours!

DIDO Mackay/Townsville
9 Day Fortnight - 12hr days
Competitive Rate with Super on all hours!

Cosol is seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineer for capital works projects at a Northern Bowen Basin Mine site.

subClassification: Mining - Engineering & MaintenanceMining - Engineering & Maintenance

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

14d ago

Listed twenty days ago

Graduate Mechanical Engineer

at GFG Alliance

This is a Contract/Temp job

Laverton, Kalgoorlie, Goldfields & Esperance WA

Competitive salary

Join an award winning Steel Manufacturing company
Two-year fixed-term contract with the potential for permanent placement
Continuous coaching, mentorship, and formal training throughout the program

Join an award winning Steel Manufacturing company
Two-year fixed-term contract with the potential for permanent placement
Continuous coaching, mentorship, and formal training throughout the program

Real Work with Real Outcomes - This immersive, hands-on program provides practical learning through hands-on experience and meaningful work.

subClassification: Mechanical EngineeringMechanical Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

20d ago

Listed fourteen days ago

Mechanical Engineer - Capital Works Projects (Mining)

at COSOL

This is a Contract/Temp job

Mackay, Mackay & Coalfields QLD

DIDO Mackay/Townsville
9 Day Fortnight - 12hr days
Competitive Rate with Super on all hours!

DIDO Mackay/Townsville
9 Day Fortnight - 12hr days
Competitive Rate with Super on all hours!

Cosol is seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineer for capital works projects at a Northern Bowen Basin Mine site.

subClassification: Mining - Engineering & MaintenanceMining - Engineering & Maintenance

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

14d ago

Listed twenty nine days ago

Mechatronics Engineer | Darwin Relocation

at Ocius

This is a Contract/Temp job

Sydney NSW

Gain deep level understanding of USV platforms
Enjoy autonomy and the ability to work on critical systems
Relocation Assistance Provided

Gain deep level understanding of USV platforms
Enjoy autonomy and the ability to work on critical systems
Relocation Assistance Provided

Take ownership of our Field Engineering capability ensuring our fleet of Bluebottle USVs continue on critical missions for the RAN

subClassification: Mechanical EngineeringMechanical Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

29d ago•Expiring

Listed twenty days ago

Graduate Mechanical Engineer

at GFG Alliance

This is a Contract/Temp job

Rooty Hill, Sydney NSW

Competitive salary

Join an award winning Steel Manufacturing company
Two-year fixed-term contract with the potential for permanent placement
Continuous coaching, mentorship, and formal training throughout the program

Join an award winning Steel Manufacturing company
Two-year fixed-term contract with the potential for permanent placement
Continuous coaching, mentorship, and formal training throughout the program

Real Work with Real Outcomes - This immersive, hands-on program provides practical learning through hands-on experience and meaningful work.

subClassification: Mechanical EngineeringMechanical Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

20d ago

Listed sixteen days ago

Mechanical Engineer – Major Projects (Client Representative)

at Chandler Macleod

This is a Contract/Temp job

Fremantle, Perth WA

AUD 100 per hour

Fremantle Location, 6 month contract
Must have Australian working rights
Resume and Cover Letter required for applications

Fremantle Location, 6 month contract
Must have Australian working rights
Resume and Cover Letter required for applications

Mechanical Engineer to represent Client on major project. Lead design reviews, manage risks, and support delivery of complex industrial systems.

subClassification: Mechanical EngineeringMechanical Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

16d ago

Listed twenty days ago

Graduate Mechatronics Engineer

at GFG Alliance

This is a Contract/Temp job

Laverton, Kalgoorlie, Goldfields & Esperance WA

Competitive salary

Join an award winning Steel Manufacturing company
Two-year fixed-term contract with the potential for permanent placement
Continuous coaching, mentorship, and formal training throughout the program

Join an award winning Steel Manufacturing company
Two-year fixed-term contract with the potential for permanent placement
Continuous coaching, mentorship, and formal training throughout the program

Real Work with Real Outcomes - This immersive, hands-on program provides practical learning through hands-on experience and meaningful work.

subClassification: Mechanical EngineeringMechanical Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

20d ago

Listed fourteen days ago

Process Project Engineer

at Bell People

This is a Contract/Temp job

Melbourne VIC

Global Pharmaceutical Manufacturer
Excellent Long Term Opportunity - Start ASAP
Melbourne Metropolitan Area

Global Pharmaceutical Manufacturer
Excellent Long Term Opportunity - Start ASAP
Melbourne Metropolitan Area

Exciting Opportunity for talented Process Project Engineer with process pharmaceutical & GMP exp. to join global pharmaceutical for major CAPEX work.

subClassification: Process EngineeringProcess Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

14d ago

Listed twenty nine days ago

Mechatronics Engineer

at Ocius

This is a Contract/Temp job

Darwin NT

Gain deep level understanding of USV platforms
Enjoy autonomy and the ability to work on critical systems
Grow your career in a unique, market leading platform

Gain deep level understanding of USV platforms
Enjoy autonomy and the ability to work on critical systems
Grow your career in a unique, market leading platform

Take ownership of our Field Engineering capability ensuring our fleet of Bluebottle USVs continue on critical missions for the RAN

subClassification: Electrical/Electronic EngineeringElectrical/Electronic Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

29d ago•Expiring

Listed sixteen days ago

Project Manager/Senior Project Engineer (Mechanical)

at Blackbook Executive

This is a Contract/Temp job

Frankston, Melbourne VIC

12-month contract opportunity with potential extension based on project pipeline
Hands-on role from design through installation and commissioning.
Deliver mechanical upgrades across major industrial capital projects.

12-month contract opportunity with potential extension based on project pipeline
Hands-on role from design through installation and commissioning.
Deliver mechanical upgrades across major industrial capital projects.

Contract opportunity for a Mechanical Project Engineer delivering equipment upgrades and piping systems across major industrial projects.

Recruited byEimear Hunt

subClassification: Project EngineeringProject Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

16d ago

Listed eight days ago

Process Engineer

at Akkodis

This is a Contract/Temp job

Bendigo, Bendigo, Goldfields & Macedon Ranges VIC

Join Akkodis delivering a high profile Defence program. Process Engineer with strong manufacturing experience. AU citizen, Bendigo onsite preferred.

subClassification: Mechanical EngineeringMechanical Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

8d ago

Listed seventeen days ago

Contract Automotive Product Development Engineer

at Australia Wide Engineering Recruitment

This is a Contract/Temp job

Melbourne VIC

Contract rate of up to $65 per hour plus super

Are you an experienced automotive PD engineer with a background in Chassis or Body? We have a great contract role with a respected local manufacturer

subClassification: Automotive EngineeringAutomotive Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

17d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Process Engineer

at Chandler Macleod

This is a Contract/Temp job

Melbourne VIC

AUD 45 - 50 per hour

Contract with potential to go permanent
On-site role in South East Melbourne
Wastewater & process focus

Contract with potential to go permanent
On-site role in South East Melbourne
Wastewater & process focus

Contract Process Engineer role in SE Melbourne, focused on wastewater, chemical treatment and hands-on plant ops.

subClassification: Process EngineeringProcess Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

13d ago

Listed nine days ago

Product Design Engineer | Moulded Components

at Bayside Group

This is a Contract/Temp job

Richmond, Richmond & Hawkesbury NSW

Design moulded and fabricated components using 3D CAD
Contract role with a global technical manufacturing business
North-West Sydney region, product development environment

Design moulded and fabricated components using 3D CAD
Contract role with a global technical manufacturing business
North-West Sydney region, product development environment

Contract Product Design Engineer role focused on 3D CAD, moulded components, drawings, DFM/DFA and supplier interaction.

Recruited byMichael Burne

subClassification: Mechanical EngineeringMechanical Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

9d ago

Listed twenty days ago

Graduate Mechatronics Engineer

at GFG Alliance

This is a Contract/Temp job

Rooty Hill, Sydney NSW

Competitive salary

Join an award winning Steel Manufacturing company
Two-year fixed-term contract with the potential for permanent placement
Continuous coaching, mentorship, and formal training throughout the program

Join an award winning Steel Manufacturing company
Two-year fixed-term contract with the potential for permanent placement
Continuous coaching, mentorship, and formal training throughout the program

Real Work with Real Outcomes - This immersive, hands-on program provides practical learning through hands-on experience and meaningful work.

subClassification: Mechanical EngineeringMechanical Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

20d ago

Listed nine days ago

Reliability Engineer - HME

at AAMG

This is a Contract/Temp job

Moranbah, Mackay & Coalfields QLD

FIFO Brisbane | 4/3 Roster
Collaborative Team Culture
Opportunity to make a real impact on site performance

FIFO Brisbane | 4/3 Roster
Collaborative Team Culture
Opportunity to make a real impact on site performance

Reliability Engineer to support the equipment reliability and performance across the Moranbah region. FIFO Brisbane 4/3 roster available.

subClassification: Mechanical EngineeringMechanical Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

9d ago

Listed fourteen days ago

Commissioning Engineer

at Six Degrees Executive Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Dandenong, Melbourne VIC

Work with Chobani on a major expansion driving serious production growth
Work on a large-scale site upgrade, including new filling and packing lines
End-to-end commissioning, from install to ramp-up

Work with Chobani on a major expansion driving serious production growth
Work on a large-scale site upgrade, including new filling and packing lines
End-to-end commissioning, from install to ramp-up

Seeking a Commissioning Engineer to join Chobani on a 12-month FTC during a significant capital program

subClassification: Project EngineeringProject Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

14d ago

Listed twenty three days ago

Mechanical Project Engineer/Project Manager

at Atlas Recruitment

This is a Contract/Temp job

Hastings, Mornington Peninsula & Bass Coast VIC

Looking for an experience Mechanical Project Engineer/Manager to join are global industrial manufacturing business.

subClassification: Project ManagementProject Management

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

23d ago•Expiring

Listed nine days ago

Postdoctoral Fellow

at Queensland University of Technology

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD

Total remuneration range: $96,342 to $163,427 pa

Join us at QUT, the university for the real world
Fixed-term, full-time basis for 3 years
Based at QUT Gardens Point campus in the heart of the CBD

Join us at QUT, the university for the real world
Fixed-term, full-time basis for 3 years
Based at QUT Gardens Point campus in the heart of the CBD

A creative and enthusiastic Postdoctoral Fellow to contribute positively with novel Machine Learning to our Biomedical Robotics research program

subClassification: Research & FellowshipsResearch & Fellowships

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

9d ago

Listed twenty nine days ago

Project Manager - Mechanical

at Bayside Group

This is a Contract/Temp job

Lucas Heights, Sydney NSW

Long Term Contract Role
Government Organisation
Mechanical Upgrades and Design Improvements

Long Term Contract Role
Government Organisation
Mechanical Upgrades and Design Improvements

Long-term contract role within a government research organisation focused on delivering leading-edge research for Australian science.

Recruited byAlen Skaro

subClassification: Project ManagementProject Management

classification: Construction(Construction)

29d ago•Expiring

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