Mechatronics/Electronics Engineer We are seeking a highly motivated individual who has extensive experience and skills in the design, fabrication and assembly of optoelectronic devices. Key role as part of a leading engineering team Permanent role based in Craigieburn, Victoria About the business/role/team The Reserve Bank of Australia issues Australia’s banknotes and ensure they remain secure and fit for purpose. This role is seeking an Electronics Engineer to work in the Note Issue department located in Craigieburn, Victoria. The Electronics Engineer will be responsible for the design, development and maintenance of banknote authentication detectors and quality assurance devices reporting to the manager of the R&D projects team. About the role Design and builds hardware components such as custom enclosures, fixtures and mechanical mounts for instruments and devices Design, fabrication and assembly of optoelectronic components and systems Printed circuit board design and assembly Connecting electronic subsystems so they communicate and function together Electronics debugging and troubleshooting About you Experience in the design, fabrication and assembly of optoelectronic components and systems - Minimum 5+ years experience Bachelor degree in mechatronics/electronic engineering or equivalent Enhanced skills in designing and fabrication of electronic circuits and enclosures Skills and experience in electronics PCB layout and schematic capture e.g. Altium Skills in electronics assembly tools (e.g. oscilloscopes, signal generator, power supplies, soldering, reflow oven) Proficient in use of computer aided design programs e.g. Solidworks Demonstrated experience in additive and substrative manufacturing techniques Competent machining skills (e.g. CNC, milling, lathe) Highly competent communication skills - both writing and verbal Programming code skills (e.g. C, C++, Visual Studio, Arduino) would be advantageous Be More Working for an organisation that truly makes a difference to the people of Australia, we can offer development and career opportunities in a collaborative environment that supports your growth, wellbeing and promotes flexibility. Your individual growth and success drives the RBA forward as an organisation. Be more means you can do more, for yourself and for Australia. Why RBA? The RBA makes an important contribution to the Australian economy through the pursuit of national economic policy objectives and associated activities in financial markets and banking. We also issue Australia's banknotes and operate infrastructure critical to the payments system, all of which contribute to the welfare of the Australian people. Made up of specialists across a wide range of fields, our people, values, and culture play a critical role in achieving our objectives. Striving to be Open & Dynamic, we consider and incorporate different perspectives, work across teams and are transparent with each other, whilst delivering quality together effectively and focusing on outcomes by prioritising, testing, learning, and refining as we go. Our people conduct themselves with a high degree of integrity, while striving for excellence in the work they perform and the outcomes they achieve. We encourage intelligent inquiry and we treat one another with respect while promoting the public interest through our efforts. We know it is the growth and success of our people that drives the RBA forward. Come and make a bigger contribution while you build and develop your own skills too, because being more means you can do more, for yourself and for Australia. The Reserve Bank of Australia is committed to equity, diversity and inclusion through key initiatives. We welcome and encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally and linguistically diverse background, those living with a disability and from the LGBTQ+ community. We are committed to making the recruitment process fair and equitable for all our candidates. Application Close : November 19, 2026 . Information Technology | Careers | RBA Economic and Finance | Careers | RBA Corporate Roles | Careers | RBA Life at the RBA | Careers | RBA

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