Cochlear is the global market leader in implant hearing solutions. Cochlear's mission is to help people hear and be heard. Around the world, more people chose a Cochlear-branded hearing implant system than any other. A Cochlear Implant is an electronic device that is surgically implanted under the skin near the ear that restores hearing to those who suffer from severe hearing loss. It's an incredible piece of engineering and the only product in the world that restores a sense through technology. Imagine using your experience to help people around the world to hear again. We can offer a unique opportunity to join Cochlear, an iconic Australian company, leading the world in implantable hearing solutions. Our mission is to help more people to hear. Top Reasons to Apply: Join a leader in implantable hearing solutions Provide the best lifelong hearing experience for those with hearing loss Tackle complex challenges with industry experts in clinical, research, and support networks. Cochlear seeks a full-time Mechanical Engineer based in Sydney to support the R&D Implants Mechanical Team. The role involves designing and developing implant products, conducting engineering analysis, and contributing to experimental design and statistical analysis. The Opportunity Cochlear has an opportunity for a full-time Mechanical Engineer based in our Sydney, Macquarie office. In this role, the successful Mechanical Engineer will predominantly contribute to the design and testing of our implantable products, ensuring the delivery of high-quality solutions to improve the lives of individuals with hearing loss. Responsibilities include: Verification & validation through rigorous testing and protocol development Experimental design, statistical analysis, and reliability assessment. Clear communication, networking, and managing priorities effectively. Ensuring quality through compliance with procedures and safety protocols. Mechanical design and development to meet project requirements. Contributing to continuous improvement and innovation initiatives. What makes this opportunity unique? This role offers the chance to work at the forefront of hearing implant technology with a global leader committed to improving lives. You'll collaborate with a diverse team of experts, tackling complex challenges while making a significant impact on individuals' lives. About You. As we grow our operations, we are looking for people who share our passion for delivering quality hearing solutions to our customers. To add value to Cochlear in this role, you'll be able to demonstrate the following skills and experience: Required: Knowledge of mechanical testing (impact, fatigue, etc.). Awareness of medical device regulations and relevant international standards. Awareness of product risk management principles. Ability to plan, organize, implement, and control tasks that involve product development or a design change. Knowledge of manufacturing processes and materials. Tertiary qualification in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Material Science, or equivalent. Strong self and time management skills. Good oral and written communication skills to all internal and external stakeholders. Desired: Experience in implant development, in particular electrodes and/or stimulators. Awareness of Verification & Validation principles. Experience using collaborative software tools e.g., Jira, Confluence. Strong technical writing and presentation skills. Knowledge of Design for Manufacturability (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA). Experience in parametric design, preferably Creo 2/3/4/5, and simulation software. Cochlear's mission is to help people hear and be heard. As the global leader in implantable hearing solutions, Cochlear is dedicated to helping people with moderate to profound hearing loss experience a life full of hearing. We aim to give people the best lifelong hearing experience and access to innovative future technologies. We collaborate with the industry's best clinical, research and support networks. That's why more people choose Cochlear than any other hearing implant company. Learn and grow with us as we tackle the most complex challenges in helping more people to hear and experience life's opportunities. If you feel that you have the skills and experience to be successful in this role and take on new challenges to build your career with Cochlear, please start your application by clicking the apply button below. CochlearCareers How we recognise your contribution We want Cochlear to be a place where our people truly enjoy coming to work. Through our internal programs and employee benefits, we aim to create an environment where our people will feel value and supported. Whether your focus is on continuous learning, professional development or simply finding an environment which enables you to thrive whilst balancing family or personal life commitments, then we have several programs in place to support you. For more information about Life at Cochlear, visit www.cochlearcareers.com At Cochlear we value and welcome the unique contributions, perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds of our employees and aim to build a culture that celebrates and leverages these differences, creating a sense of belonging and enabling our people to realise their full potential. We offer flexible working arrangements, and we understand flexibility is not the same for everyone. We're open to a conversation about what flexibility means for you.