AGV Engineer

KION Group; City of Salisbury; Hybrid; AUD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fitness Passport – gym discounts

Health cover via Medibank – 9% off

Career development & education support

Parental leave & purchase leave

Job summary

Dematic is seeking a Graduate or Junior AGV Engineer to join the Mobile Automation team in Adelaide. You will gain hands-on experience across the full lifecycle of AGV systems, including testing, integration, commissioning, and customer support, with travel to sites as required.

The role offers hybrid work after training, competitive salary, and opportunities for career development and further education within a global automation leader.

Qualifications

• Engineering degree or equivalent in electrical/mechatronics/robotics.
• Experience with electrical design and installation.
• Knowledge of configuration, programming and commissioning of AGV PLCs (desirable).
• Technical writing (desirable).
• Good communication and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support by investigating and resolving AGV system issues and escalating when needed.
• Manage incidents and tasks to meet deadlines, budgets, and quality standards.
• Train operators and client personnel; build strong customer relationships.
• Maintain accurate technical documentation and reports.
• Assist with commissioning of AGVs on-site and integration with PLC systems.
• Support senior engineers with costing, scheduling and hardware ordering.
• Ensure safety standards and participate in on-call support.

Skills

Electrical design

Programming basics

AGV PLCs knowledge

Technical writing

Education

Engineering degree - Electrical or Mechatronics / Robotics / Industrial Automation

Tools

PC

Job description

• Kick-start your engineering career with a global leader in Mobile Automation (AGVs)
• Permanent hybrid role based in Adelaide, with excellent career development opportunities
• Work with cutting-edge automation and robotics technology to deliver innovative AGV solutions
• Perfect opportunity for a Graduate or Junior Engineer, with a great salary and benefits

THE OPPORTUNITY

We’re looking for a Graduate or Junior AGV Engineer to join Dematic’s Mobile Automation team, working with our Automated Guided Vehicle (AGV) technology. You’ll gain hands‑on experience across the full lifecycle of AGV systems, including testing, integration, commissioning, troubleshooting and customer support. You’ll work alongside experienced engineers and have opportunities to visit customer sites and see our technology operating in real‑world environments to meet customer needs. The role is based in Adelaide, with hybrid working available following initial training. Some travel to customer sites will also be required.

We offer:

• Competitive salary + super
• Fitness Passport – discounted access to a wide network of gyms, pools and fitness facilities
• Exclusive health cover via Medibank – 9% discount on corporate health plans
• Career development and support for further education and global opportunities
• Paid parental leave as well as purchase leave options
• Salary sacrificing options and novated leasing
• Corporate discounts on car rentals and IT products / accessories

Tasks and Qualifications

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide technical support to our customers by investigating, resolving, and escalating Mobile Automation system issues while keeping customers informed
• Manage incidents and project tasks to meet deadlines, budgets, and quality standards while following internal procedures
• Communicate and build strong relationships with customers, including training operators and client personnel
• Maintain accurate documentation, including technical records and reports
• Commissioning of AGVs on-site
• Assisting senior engineers with costing, scheduling and ordering hardware/equipment
• System upgrades and configuration of computer hardware
• Testing and integration of AGV and PLC systems
• Ensure compliance with safety standards, continuously improve skills, and support on-call and the overall team

ABOUT YOU – WHAT YOU WILL BRING

• Engineering degree - Electrical or Mechatronics / Robotics / Industrial Automation
• Experience in electrical design and installation
• Knowledge of configuration, programming and commissioning of AGV PLC's (desirable)
• Technical Writing (desirable)
• Knowledge of PC and basic programming
• Ability to be flexible and resourceful in the face of challenging situations
• Strong communication, analytical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work within a team environment
• Hunger with the ability to learn

WHY WORK FOR DEMATIC?

This is an exciting time to join Dematic. If you’ve ever wondered how your online order arrives at your door so quickly, there’s a good chance our technology played a part. We partner with some of the world’s most innovative companies to design, build and support intelligent automation and software technology solutions for warehouses and distribution centres, tailored to our clients’ needs. With over 11,000 employees globally and more than 900 across Australia and New Zealand, Dematic continues to lead the way in automation, robotics and smart logistics. Dematic has been a leading supplier of AGVs across Australia and New Zealand for over 40 years. We have been at the forefront of many developments in AGV technology and have pioneered new advances in the areas of safety and vehicle navigation. Our AGVs are at the top of their class in technical sophistication.

Dematic is committed to providing equal employment opportunity in all areas of employment including recruitment, selection, promotion, training etc and in accordance with federal and state legislation. Dematic Pty Ltd (Dematic or the Company) promotes a workplace free from discrimination and harassment.

KION brands keep the world moving – globally, regionally, and locally. KION is the Supply Chain Solutions Company. With over 42,000 employees in more than 100 countries, we enable smart, sustainable, and reliable supply chains worldwide - wherever goods are stored, moved, or delivered. KION offers its customers the full spectrum of solutions to make their supply chains future-ready. Our international brands, Linde Material Handling, STILL, and Baoli and our regional brands, Fenwick and OM, stand for outstanding technological innovation, intelligent automation and service excellence in forklift trucks and warehouse equipment. Dematic complements this expertise with state-of-the-art automation technology and AI-supported software solutions that optimise intralogistics across warehousing, production, and distribution. Whether locally or globally – we offer exciting career opportunities in an innovative environment shaped by our core values: Integrity, Collaboration, Courage, and Excellence. Together, we create the magic of supply chain solutions. Join our team – Push it forward.