Engineering

Physicists and engineers at the University of Queensland (UQ) have found a way to identify and address imperfections in materials for superconducting circuits on silicon chips – one of the most promising technologies in commercial quantum computing. 

An early career researcher at Swinburne University has been awarded funding for a three-year research project as part of the Australian Research Council’s (ARC) Discovery Early Career Researcher Award (DECRA) scheme. 

SYPAQ Systems, an engineering company specialising in defence, national security and information technology, will expand its Victorian operations in a new facility. This will generate 280 high-value jobs for Victoria over the next five years.  The SYPAQ Centre of Excellence will be established in Fishermans Bend with support from the Victorian government, developing technologies and intellectual property related to autonomous systems … Continue reading SYPAQ Systems builds Centre of Excellence for defence →

For Alexandra Radulovich, getting Chartered helped to make clear how important engineering can be.  Radulovich was not a geotechnical engineer when, nine years ago, she took a job with geotechnical engineering firm Douglas Partners. She wasn’t even a civil engineer.   “I had an engineering degree with a major in environmental systems and then I also … Continue reading For this engineer, getting Chartered reinforced why good engineering matters →

Two University of Wollongong (UOW) academics have been named as recipients of New South Wales Premier’s Prizes for Science and Engineering in recognition of their pioneering research work. Distinguished Professor Antoine van Oijen will receive the Prize for Excellence in Medical Biological Sciences and Distinguished Professor Zaiping Guo will receive the Prize for Excellence in … Continue reading University of Wollongong researchers win NSW Premier’s Prizes →

There has been a partnership agreement between Melbourne-based company Boron Molecular; South Korean manufacturer the Kyung-In Synthetic Corporation (KISCO); and CSIRO, Australia’s national science agency to take a step closer to developing the next generation of flexible phone screens and other high tech products. CSIRO and KISCO will both take a minority shareholding in Boron … Continue reading Boron Molecular, KISCO and CSIRO kick off new industry partnership for flexible phone screen materials →

Kleos Space, a space-powered Radio Frequency Reconnaissance data provider, is launching new data collecting technology (software defined radio payload) integrated in an In-Space Missions Ltd (In-Space) Faraday-1 spacecraft to be launched into a sun-synchronous orbit from New Zealand on the 3rd July as part of the company’s R&D programme. “It has been a pleasure to be … Continue reading Kleos Space to launch development technology into orbit →

The manufacturing landscape is at the peak of the global industry 4.0 shift. As the employment focus swings from production to spreading the workforce along a new and complex value chain, OEMs and operators are having to play a dual role as they upskill current workers and keep their competitive edge in a rapidly changing … Continue reading Skills Lab industry-based diploma boosts manufacturing 4.0 skills revolution →

A panel of female industry leaders with some of the most diverse and creative engineering careers in Western Australia will share their experiences at an online event to celebrate International Women in Engineering Day. International Women in Engineering Day is an internationally recognised day that aims to highlight the work by women in engineering and … Continue reading Engineers to share experiences online at UWA event for Intl Women in Engineering Day →

Food and beverage is an important part of manufacturing, itself an important sector in rebuilding the Australian economy post-pandemic. Food is the biggest part of the local manufacturing industry. 35 of the top 100 Australian manufacturers (by revenue) are in food and beverage, and it makes up over a quarter of all manufacturing jobs and … Continue reading Motoring a manufacturing revival for the food and beverage industry, with linear motors →

A new collaborative project to transform the design and manufacturing of buildings in Australia has secured $28 million from the Australian Government Cooperative Research Centre (CRC). Building 4.0 CRC, a research initiative focused on technology-enabled digital solutions, aims to use new products and processes to create buildings that are more sustainable, have less project delays, … Continue reading $28 million grant to transform building design and production in Australia →

Food packaging could be made from the by-products of fresh fruit, through research conducted by chemists from the University of New South Wales (UNSW). Professors Jayashree Arcot and Martina Stenzel have been experimenting with the pseudostems of banana plants, and turning this discarded by-products of the banana harvest into a material suitable for food packaging. … Continue reading Food waste turned into fresh packaging →

The University of Sydney has launched the School of Biomedical Engineering, the sixth school within the Faculty of Engineering. The new school will focus on collaboration and teaching within the field of biomedical engineering, with contributions from disciplines including medicine, engineering, and life sciences. Leading the school will be professor Gregg Suaning, who hopes that … Continue reading Biomedical engineering school opens at USYD →

Engineers Australia announced that Dr Bronwyn Evans will take over as CEO of the engineering body. Having held roles in manufacturing enterprises such as Cochlear and GE Healthcare, while also being CEO of Standards Australia, Evans will lead an organisation in transition, according to Trish White, national president and board chair of Engineers Australia. “Over … Continue reading Engineers Australia appoints Dr Bronwyn Evans as CEO →

Two Queensland engineers were awarded the state’s top engineering honour last Friday night. Marking 100 years of Engineers Australia, the two engineers who won their awards have a broad background of experience and are active in their profession. Jothi Ramanujam took out the award for 2019 Professional Engineer of the Year – Queensland. Ramanujam is … Continue reading Engineers Australia names Queensland’s top engineers →

The University of New South Wales (UNSW) has expanded its partnership with Italian scooter manufacturer Piaggio, which owns the Vespa scooter brand. Previously, the collaboration involved UNSW Art & Design students. This year, the cooperation will include students from UNSW’s School of Mechanical Engineering. This expansion means that not only will students design concepts but … Continue reading Design and engineering students scoot to partnership →

Helping customers meet their needs time and time again is key for Blesbok Enterprises as the company sees value in forging long-term bonds. Blesbok Enterprises has been engaged in sourcing for companies worldwide for more than 15 years. Starting with sourcing a lock for its first, and still loyal, customer, the business has shown growth … Continue reading Staying loyal to customers →

The breadth and depth of engineering skill and talent in Australia is on show across the 30 engineers nominated for the list of Australia’s Most Innovative Engineers. Compiled by create, the publication of Engineers Australia, the list is in its fourth year and attempts to acknowledge engineers in all fields and around Australia, while also … Continue reading Most Innovative Engineers announced for 2019 →

Having the knowledge to succeed in industry requires guidance and foresight, something that Swinburne University of Technology is hoping to provide in the inclusion of mentoring programs in its Bachelor of Engineering Practice (Honours). Having a mentor who has experience working in a student’s industry of choice enables the student to make smart decisions about … Continue reading Swinburne integrates mentoring into its engineering degree →

The Women in Industry Awards were held at The Park, Albert Park, on June 6, in Melbourne. With nearly 200 attendees from a diverse range of industries, it was a great night that celebrated the achievements of individuals who have made valuable and significant change to the industries that they serve in. We congratulate the … Continue reading Women in Industry Awards 2019: All the winners →