Research Engineering Contract Temp Jobs in Australia - Sep 2026

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Research Laboratory Technician

This is a Contract/Temp job

$65,000 – $80,000 per year

Multinational Client. Australian Manufacturer
Very stable, Supportive environment, off street Parking
12 month Fixed term contract role

Research Technician responsible for mechanical and structural testing, sample preparation, and laboratory operations.

subClassification: Laboratory & Technical ServicesLaboratory & Technical Services classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

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Project Manager - Renewables

at 1414 Degrees

This is a Contract/Temp job

Tonsley, Adelaide SA(Hybrid)

Excellent career opportunity in renewable energy
Drive development of an exciting renewable energy project in regional SA

End-to-end project management for battery and PV solar renewable energy project.

subClassification: Project ManagementProject Management classification: Engineering(Engineering)

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Listed three days ago

Postdoctoral Research Associate (Engineering)

at Macquarie University

This is a Contract/Temp job

North Ryde, Sydney NSW

$112550 - $120621 p.a.

Macquarie University is seeking a highly motivated and skilled research associate to contribute to a discovery project.

subClassification: Research & FellowshipsResearch & Fellowships classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

3d ago

Listed one day ago

Research Fellow - (Photo)electrochemical Catalysis

at Macquarie University

This is a Contract/Temp job

North Ryde, Sydney NSW

17% super + leave loading

$112,741 p.a. (PhD awarded rate) plus 17% super & annual leave loading
Join an interdisciplinary team with advanced facilities and global research link
Vibrant, welcoming campus with transport links and range of benefits

Join Macquarie University as a Research Fellow developing next-generation catalysts for green hydrogen and sustainable fuel production.

subClassification: Research & FellowshipsResearch & Fellowships classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

1d ago

Listed two days ago

Product Engineer

at Clean Energy Council

This is a Contract/Temp job

Melbourne VIC(Hybrid)

$95K to $105K plus super

An awesome opportunity for an engineer to join a worthy cause!
Located in stunning offices | Melbourne's CBD | Near public transport
Hybrid working arrangements | Attractive Salary | Generous Leave Entitlements

An exciting opportunity for an Electrical engineer to be at the forefront of Australia's renewable industry! Remote applications welcome.

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

2d ago

Listed one day ago

Research Assistant

at The Walter and Eliza Hall Institute

This is a Contract/Temp job

Parkville, Melbourne VIC

Great opportunity to join Australia's pre-eminent biomedical research institute
Up to 17% super and very attractive salary packaging options available
Opportunity to make a real difference

An excellent opportunity is available for a Research Assistant to join the Cowman Laboratory at WEHI.

subClassification: Clinical/Medical ResearchClinical/Medical Research classification: Healthcare & Medical(Healthcare & Medical)

1d ago

Listed fifteen days ago

Research Fellow – School of Electrical, Mechanical and Biomedical Engineering

at University of Technology Sydney

This is a Contract/Temp job

Broadway, Sydney NSW

$97955 to $119303 per Year

We are seeking a researcher to join the team to work in close collaboration with investigators on NHMRC-funded projects. These projects focus on eluci

subClassification: Research & FellowshipsResearch & Fellowships classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

15d ago

Listed nine days ago

Research Operations Coordinator

at Breville

This is a Contract/Temp job

Alexandria, Sydney NSW

Staff discounts

Discounts off across all our brands, free onsite parking & free coffee
Max Term 12 month contract - Part Time
Opportunities for Learning and Development Offered by Our Industry Leaders

Product Research is growing! Join us as a Research Operations Coordinator and help bring consumer insights to life across exciting global projects!

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

9d ago

Listed one day ago

Research Assistant (Medicinal Chemist)

at The Walter and Eliza Hall Institute

This is a Contract/Temp job

Bundoora, Melbourne VIC

Great opportunity to join Australia's pre-eminent biomedical research institute
Up to 17% super and very attractive salary packaging options available
Opportunity to make a real difference

An exciting opportunity is available for a Research Assistant (Medicinal Chemist) to join the Lessene Laboratory at WEHI.

subClassification: Clinical/Medical ResearchClinical/Medical Research classification: Healthcare & Medical(Healthcare & Medical)

1d ago

Listed eleven days ago

Casual Electronics Engineer

at Flinders University

This is a Contract/Temp job

Tonsley, Adelaide SA

$48.01 - $59.56 p.h.

Apply your expertise in PCB design, embedded systems, sensors, actuators & more
Work collaboratively with engineers, academics, students and suppliers
Join a positive and professional work culture at Flinders University

Join our Engineering team! We're hiring casual Electronics Engineers to design, build and troubleshoot custom university systems. Apply now!

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

11d ago

Listed four days ago

Project Engineer

at Bayside Group

This is a Contract/Temp job

Richmond, Richmond & Hawkesbury NSW

Long term contract opportunity for a Project Engineer looking to develop their career with a global leader in the chemical / scientific industry.

Recruited byAlen Skaro

subClassification: Project EngineeringProject Engineering classification: Engineering(Engineering)

4d ago

Listed nine days ago

Research Assistant - Innovation Centre

at Victor Chang Cardiac Research Institute

This is a Contract/Temp job

Sydney NSW

Help the 4.2 million Australians affected by cardiovascular disease
Enjoy a collaborative, diverse, and flexible work environment
Access generous salary packaging, lifestyle perks, fitness programs and more!

Support world-class scientists and research by helping keep our Innovation Centre laboratories running safely, efficiently and ready for discovery.

subClassification: Laboratory & Technical ServicesLaboratory & Technical Services classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

9d ago

Listed eight days ago

Junior Engineer Research & Development (Mt Holland)

at Covalent Lithium

This is a Contract/Temp job

Perth WA

Globally recognised shareholders
4:3 FIFO roster | Mt Holland | 24-month FTC
Drive hands-on R&D testing & innovation

Support R&D test programs from planning to execution, delivering bench, pilot and industrial trials at our Mt Holland operation

subClassification: Mining - Engineering & MaintenanceMining - Engineering & Maintenance classification: Mining, Resources & Energy(Mining, Resources & Energy)

8d ago

Listed five days ago

Research Fellow (Experimental High-Speed Flows)

at University of Southern Queensland

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Toowoomba, Toowoomba & Darling Downs QLD

$116,315 to $137,480 pa +17% Super + Leave Loading

Total remuneration range $137,920 to $163,017 pa
Full-time fixed-term appointment until 30 September 2027
Toowoomba campus

Seeking a passionate researcher with a developing profile in experimental fluid dynamics to join the Hypersonics and Rocketry Group at UniSQ!

subClassification: Research & FellowshipsResearch & Fellowships classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

5d ago

Listed three days ago

Postdoctoral Research Associate

at Macquarie University

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

North Ryde, Sydney NSW

$112550 - $120621 p.a.

Macquarie University is seeking a skilled research associate to contribute to a discovery project on photoelectrochemical.

subClassification: Research & FellowshipsResearch & Fellowships classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

3d ago

Listed three days ago

Vacation Student – Engineer/Scientist

at Southern Seawater Alliance

This is a Contract/Temp job

Binningup, Bunbury & South West WA

Twelve-week vacation student program in water operations at Australia's largest desalination plant.

subClassification: Chemical EngineeringChemical Engineering classification: Engineering(Engineering)

3d ago

Listed one day ago

Clinical Research Coordinator

at Monash Health

This is a Contract/Temp job

Clayton, Melbourne VIC(Hybrid)

Drive research and provide administrative support to the iIMPROVE group at Monash Emergency Research Collaborative (MERC).

subClassification: Clinical/Medical ResearchClinical/Medical Research classification: Healthcare & Medical(Healthcare & Medical)

1d ago

Listed one day ago

Project Mechanical Engineer

at CONCENTIS PTY LTD

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD

FIFO Brisbane and Townsville
Immediate vacancy
Ongoing contract - Underground Mining

Project Mechanical Engineer

subClassification: Mechanical EngineeringMechanical Engineering classification: Engineering(Engineering)

1d ago

Listed one day ago

Research Officer - Breast Cancer Laboratory

at The Walter and Eliza Hall Institute

This is a Contract/Temp job

Parkville, Melbourne VIC

Great opportunity to join Australia's pre-eminent biomedical research institute
Up to 17% super and very attractive salary packaging options available
Opportunity to make a real difference

An exciting opportunity is available for a Research Officer to join the Breast Cancer Laboratory within the Cancer Division at WEHI.

subClassification: Clinical/Medical ResearchClinical/Medical Research classification: Healthcare & Medical(Healthcare & Medical)

1d ago

Listed four days ago

Project Engineer - REZ (Temporary opportunity until 30 June 2028)

at Transport for NSW

This is a Contract/Temp job

Newcastle West, Newcastle, Maitland & Hunter NSW

Regional role based from Newcastle
Fixed Term position up to 30/06/28
Strong stakeholder skills required

You will focus on engineering challenges that contribute to large scale energy and infrastructure projects

subClassification: Project EngineeringProject Engineering classification: Engineering(Engineering)

4d ago

Listed ten days ago

Evaluation Engineer

at Hays

This is a Contract/Temp job

Altona North, Melbourne VIC

Work with a leading automotive organisation
Work on the development and evaluation of next-generation vehicle technologies.
Competitive hourly rate and flexible contract opportunity

Join a leading automotive team, working on vehicle testing, evaluation and development using cutting-edge technologies.

subClassification: Systems EngineeringSystems Engineering classification: Engineering(Engineering)

10d ago

Listed four days ago

AI Officer

at FCF Fire and Electrical

This is a Contract/Temp job

Baringa, Sunshine Coast QLD

Help drive AI adoption across a growing Australian business through research, implementation and employee support.

subClassification: Business/Systems AnalystsBusiness/Systems Analysts classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

4d ago

Listed four days ago

Mechanical Engineer - Sales Focused Graduate

at Haymond Personnel Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wetherill Park, Sydney NSW

Wetherill Park Location
Leading supplier within in the field - Temp to Perm opportunity
Sales focused role within engineering department

Graduate Mechanical Engineer who thrives on sales - Customer Focused - Excellent Team Environment - Immediate Start - Temp to Perm opportunity

subClassification: Mechanical EngineeringMechanical Engineering classification: Engineering(Engineering)

4d ago

Listed nineteen days ago

Senior Project Engineer

at Titan Recruitment Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD

Up to $127 per hour inclusive of super

Lead technical project coordination
Collaborative project environment
Strong interface management skills

Coordinate technical engineering activities, interfaces, reviews, reporting, risks and project delivery across a major study.

subClassification: Project EngineeringProject Engineering classification: Engineering(Engineering)

19d ago

Listed eight days ago

Research Laboratory Technician

at Sabre Recruiting.

This is a Contract/Temp job

Homebush, Sydney NSW

$65,000 – $80,000 per year

Multinational Client. Australian Manufacturer
Very stable, Supportive environment, off street Parking
12 month Fixed term contract role

Research Technician responsible for mechanical and structural testing, sample preparation, and laboratory operations.

subClassification: Laboratory & Technical ServicesLaboratory & Technical Services classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

8d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Operations Process Engineer

at Seqwater

This is a Contract/Temp job

Mount Crosby, Brisbane QLD(Hybrid)

Lead investigations and solve complex operational challenges
Optimise critical water infrastructure across SE Queensland
Deliver projects that improve performance and reliability

As Operations Process Engineer you will lead technical investigations and troubleshoot process issues

subClassification: Process EngineeringProcess Engineering classification: Engineering(Engineering)

12d ago•Expiring

Listed nine days ago

Research Assistant

at Bayside Health

This is a Contract/Temp job

Melbourne VIC

Maximise your take home salary
5 weeks Annual Leave
Close to public transport

12 month Fixed Term Full time (76 hrs/fn) Medical Scientist Grade 1 (dependent on experience and qualifications) Located at The Alfred Staff benefits

subClassification: Clinical/Medical ResearchClinical/Medical Research classification: Healthcare & Medical(Healthcare & Medical)

9d ago

Listed nine days ago

Project Engineer | Rail

at Journey Beyond

This is a Contract/Temp job

Keswick Terminal, Adelaide SA

Australia’s Largest Experiential Tourism Business
Central location
Enjoy the benefits of working for Journey Beyond

If you are a detail oriented and motivated professional, with a passion for engineering and project management, join us!

subClassification: Project EngineeringProject Engineering classification: Engineering(Engineering)

9d ago

Listed two days ago

Engineering Project Administrator

at Don KRC

This is a Contract/Temp job

Castlemaine, Bendigo, Goldfields & Macedon Ranges VIC

Support major engineering and capital projects at DON Castlemaine
Own reporting, systems administration and project governance activities
Work closely with engineering, maintenance and project teams across site

Join DON's Engineering team supporting maintenance, capital projects, reporting and systems administration at Castlemaine.

subClassification: Administrative AssistantsAdministrative Assistants classification: Administration & Office Support(Administration & Office Support)

2d ago

Listed nine days ago