Full-time , continuing position.
Base salary will be in the range of $106,709.01 - $116,198.52, plus market loading (where applicable), and 17% superannuation (HEW Level 7).
Based at our St Lucia campus.
Your next engineering project could contribute to breakthroughs in understanding Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's disease, epilepsy, stroke and mental illness.
As a Principal Electronics Engineer, locally known as a Principal Technical Officer (Electronics Engineer) at the Queensland Brain Institute, your engineering expertise won't be used to refine commercial products or meet production deadlines. Instead, you'll work alongside internationally recognised neuroscientists to design and build the bespoke electronic systems that makes brain research possible.
This is a highly collaborative role where your expertise will directly influence the success of research programs with global impact.
Key responsibilities will include:
Designing, developing and manufacturing advanced electronic equipment, PCBs, prototypes and bespoke research systems.
Partnering closely with researchers and technical staff to deliver end-to-end “design and build” solutions for complex experimental requirements.
Conducting simulations, feasibility studies and cost analyses to support innovative and efficient engineering outcomes.
Providing expert fault finding, diagnostics and repair services while ensuring the ongoing performance and safety of laboratory systems.
You are an experienced electronics engineer who enjoys solving complex technical problems and developing innovative solutions. You thrive in collaborative environments, enjoy working across a diverse range of projects and are motivated by seeing your engineering expertise contribute to meaningful outcomes.
You will bring:
A degree in Electronics Engineering or a related discipline, with significant relevant experience.
Demonstrated expertise in electronic design, PCB development, firmware integration and prototyping.
Strong hands-on skills, including mechanical assembly, hand soldering and surface mount soldering.
Proven capability in troubleshooting, fault finding and maintaining complex electronic and laboratory equipment.
Experience delivering customer-focused technical support in a research or high-performance environment.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including experience with simulations, costings and feasibility assessments.
Knowledge of safe operating procedures, risk assessments and compliance within laboratory or workshop settings.
Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively across multidisciplinary teams.
As part of the UQ community, you’ll have the opportunity to work alongside the brightest minds, who have joined us from all over the world, working together to create a better world. Join a community where excellence is at the core of our culture, contributions are valued and a range of benefits and rewards are available.
Enjoy up to 26 weeks paid parental and primary care leave, 17% super, 17.5% leave loading, flexible and hybrid working options, health and wellbeing programs, a heavily discounted Study for Staff program, on-campus childcare, affordable parking, and salary packaging.
For more information about this opportunity, please contact David Wheeldon at d.wheeldon@uq.edu.au For application inquiries, please reach out to the Talent Acquisition team at talent@uq.edu.au, stating the job reference number (below) in the subject line.
When you apply, please ensure you upload a resume and cover letter summarizing how your background aligns to the ‘About You’ section. Please note that applications received via email will not be accepted.
Pre-employment checks may include: verification of the right to work in Australia and mandatory immunisations. This may also include checks relating to gender-based violence matters or other integrity and conduct requirements.
You must maintain unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this appointment to apply. Employer sponsored work rights are not available for this appointment.
We’re dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion. We recognise that career pathways and opportunities differ, and encourage applications from candidates who may not meet every criteria but can demonstrate their potential relative to opportunity. We’re also happy to support any accessibility needs throughout the recruitment process. Just let us know how we can help by emailing talent@uq.edu.au or calling +61 7 3365 2623.
Applications close Friday 7 July 2026 at 11.00pm AEST (R-63010).
