Automation Engineer

E80 Group; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent full-time contract

Ongoing training

Job summary

E80 Group, a multinational leader in automated intralogistics solutions, seeks an electromechanical/automation technician for on-site assignments worldwide from Melbourne. You’ll diagnose, repair and maintain systems, ensuring high equipment availability and customer satisfaction.

The role requires reading electrical schematics, strong organizational skills, and willingness to travel extensively. A technical background and driving licence are essential for success at E80 Group.

Qualifications

• Must be able to read and interpret electrical schematics.
• Experience as an electromechanical or automation technician.
• Willingness to travel internationally (approx. 200 days/year).
• Valid Category B driving licence.

Responsibilities

• On-site work at customer locations.
• Independently performing maintenance, repair and troubleshooting to ensure continuous equipment operation.
• Carrying out preventative maintenance per service schedule and contract requirements.
• Build and maintain long-term customer relationships based on trust and technical excellence.

Skills

English communication

Time management

Team collaboration

Education

Secondary education (technical background preferred)

Tools

Siemens PLC

Beckhoff PLC

Allen-Bradley PLC

Rockwell PLC

Fanuc

Job description

E80 Groupis a multinational company specialized in the development of automated and integrated intralogistics solutions for manufacturers of consumer goods, operating in thebeverage, food, tissue,and othersectors.The main systems produced by E80 Group include palletizing robots, laser-guided vehicles, robotic stretch wrappers and labelers, and automated high-density warehouses.

The entire logistics flow is centrally managed bytheSM.I.LE80 software platform (Smart Integrated Logistics),which ensures efficient system integration and optimizes the management of all operations—from the entry of raw materials, through storage, to shipping.

With14 branches worldwide,the Group believes in the core valuesEthics, Courage, Humility, andSafety.These values form the foundation of E80 Group’s corporate culture, which maintains a close connection with customers, people, and the local communities.

Who We Are

E80 Groupis a multinational company specialized in the development of automated and integrated intralogistics solutions for manufacturers of consumer goods, operating in thebeverage, food, tissue,and othersectors.The main systems produced by E80 Group include palletizing robots, laser-guided vehicles, robotic stretch wrappers and labelers, and automated high-density warehouses.

The entire logistics flow is centrally managed bytheSM.I.LE80 software platform (Smart Integrated Logistics),which ensures efficient system integration and optimizes the management of all operations—from the entry of raw materials, through storage, to shipping.

With14 branches worldwide,the Group believes in the core valuesEthics, Courage, Humility, andSafety.These values form the foundation of E80 Group’s corporate culture, which maintains a close connection with customers, people, and the local communities.

Who You Are

“It’s our fears that will limit our success, not our mistakes. The secret to successful hiring is to look for people who are not afraid of failing and want to change the world”–E80 Group CEO and Founder,Enrico Grassi

Sounds like you?Great! Here’s what E80 Group has to offer.

Responsibilities

• On-site work at customer locations

• Independently performing maintenance and repair activities, as well as diagnosing and troubleshooting technical issues to ensure continuous equipment operation

• Carrying out preventive maintenance in accordance with the service schedule and customer contract requirements

• Building and maintaining long-term customer relationships based on trust, daily commitment, technical excellence, and equipment reliability

• Collaborating with other company departments to resolve technical issues, coordinate service interventions, and manage the ordering and shipment of spare parts

• Preparing reports on system performance and completed maintenance and service activities

• Delivering technical training to customer operators

• Managing and updating safety documentation

Requirements

• Willingness to travel internationally on business assignments (approximately 200 days per year)

• At least a secondary education (technical background preferred)

• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics

• Experience as an electromechanical technician or automation technician

• Strong organizational and time management skills

• Communicative level of English

• Valid Category B driving licence

Nice to Have

• Knowledge of Siemens, Beckhoff, Allen-Bradley, Rockwell, and Fanuc PLC systems and software

• Forklift operator certification

What’s In It For You

• Permanent full-time contract.

• Salary based on experience.

• Ongoing training for the first three months of employment, until you are able to work autonomously.

Not just a job, but Career Growth:Our steady year-over-year growth has fostered a culture of talent development where we constantly create opportunities for you to learn, grow, and feel empowered to realize your full potential, whichever career path you choose.

E80 World Academy:Prepare to be wowed by our innovative training and learning paths. We deliver cutting-edge insights so you can hone your expertise to be successful in your job.

#BE80:You will become part of a dynamic and collaborative team where giving back is close to our hearts—an integral part of our success and core to the #BE80 Culture.