Graduate Software Project Engineer - C / Scripting Languages

Kion Group AG; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fitness Passport

Exclusive health cover

Local and international travel

Project based work

Study assistance

Parental leave + super: 12 weeks

Job summary

Dematic seeks Graduate Software Project Engineers to join the Global Product and Solutions team based at Tarneit, Melbourne. You will support commissioning and testing of innovative software solutions for seamless integration with Materials Handling Equipment.

As a leading logistics solutions system integrator, you will contribute to end-to-end warehouse software and hardware projects, collaborating with engineers across Dematic and KION to deliver world-class supply chain automation.

Qualifications

• Degree: B.S. Computer Science or related field with honours or strong academic results.
• Background in Software Engineering and/or Automation.
• Experience in real-time manual and automated environments.
• Experience with equipment interface protocols.
• Knowledge of WMS/WCS software.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Good technical skills and ability to learn new applications quickly.
• Experience using basic Red Hat Linux commands.
• Understanding of relational databases and SQL.

Responsibilities

• Execute integrated commissioning tests between software and MHE on- and off-site.
• Write commissioning test scripts based on project specifications.
• Debugging/QA: fix bugs and perform testing.
• Capture and communicate testing results with the team.
• Record evidence of test results in real-time and track progress.
• Triage and manage issues affecting progress.
• Track progress via meetings and reports.
• Compile commissioning reports and document outcomes.
• Assist with issue identification and redressal.
• Verify bug fixes and input to release procedures.
• Participate in system acceptance testing with customers.
• Coordinate between software project managers/leads and customers.
• Train end users on Dematic application workflows.
• Provide customer startup support.
• Promote health and safety culture on/off-site.

Skills

C

Scripting languages

SQL

Linux commands

WMS/WCS software

Communication

Education

B.S. Computer Science or related

Honours (strong academic results)

Tools

Red Hat Linux

Relational databases

Job description

Drive global innovation with an industry leader in material handling and software engineering

Develop high quality software for large scale warehouse automation projects

Challenging, dynamic role with excellent onboarding & career development

We offer:

• Fitness Passport – Enjoy discounted access to gyms, pools, and fitness facilities nationwide for you and your family, making it easier and more affordable to stay active
• Exclusive health cover via Medibank – 9% discount on corporate health plans designed to fit every lifestyle, life stage, and budget.
• Local and International travel
• Project based work
• Exposure to a wide range of technologies and processes, excellent experience in practical software engineering skills, SQL Database and infrastructure, IT infrastructure, and engineering
• Progressive and innovative global company experiencing high growth
• Career Development and Global Opportunities
• Competitive salary, with salary packaging and novated leasing available
• Corporate discounts on car rentals and IT products/accessories
• Paid Parental Leave + super: 12 weeks for primary carer/2 weeks secondary
• Purchase Leave
• Study Assistance
• Social Club
• Employee Referral Bonus Programme

WHAT IS SO AMAZING ABOUT THIS OPPORTUNITY

We have an excellent opportunity for Graduate Software Project Engineers to join Dematic’s Global Product and Solutions team. Based at Dematic’s largest project site in Tarneit, Melbourne you will collaborate with a terrific team of engineers, supporting the commissioning and testing of innovative software solutions to ensure the seamless integration of software with our advanced Materials Handling Equipment (MHE).

As a leading logistics solutions system integrator, Dematic delivers highly complex, end-to-end warehouse solutions that combine industry-leading materials handling and storage systems with sophisticated warehouse software. Our technology helps customers optimise and continuously improve their supply chains.

We partner with businesses across a wide range of industries, including eCommerce, retail, manufacturing, exports, parcel services, and more.

The Global Products and Solutions Team develops cutting-edge technologies used by Dematic and KION project engineering teams worldwide, enabling us to maintain and strengthen our position as a global market leader in supply chain automation.

This role typically operates Monday to Friday; however, flexibility is required to support occasional weekend and after-hours activities during commissioning, testing, and key project milestones.

WHY YOU’LL LOVE THIS ROLE

You’ll work on significant, hands-on projects, where your solutions have an immediate impact

You’ll collaborate with a passionate team of engineers committed to driving innovation

You’ll support a key client and see your work in action

Your contributions will shape global project engineering and be a part of ground-breaking warehouse technologies used around the world.

WHAT YOU WILL BE WORKING ON

• Execute integrated commissioning tests between the software and the Materials Handling Equipment (MHE) on and off-site as required
• Write commissioning test scripts based on project specifications
• Debugging/working on bug fixes and QA/Testing
• Capture, summarise and communicate testing results and progress with team members
• Record evidence of Test results in real-time and maintain and track progress
• Triage, record, prioritise and manage any issues that affect progress
• Track and review progress through meetings
• Compile commissioning reports
• Assist with identification and redressal of issues
• Verify evidence of bug fixes and provide input to the release procedures
• Participating in system acceptance testing with our customers
• Coordinating between Software Project Manager/Software Lead, Systems Integration Manager, Controls Engineers and the end customer.
• Train end users with Dematic application workflows
• Provide customer startup support
• Help create an empowering and inspiring work culture within the commissioning team
• Promote Health and Safety culture whilst working on and off-site

TASKS AND QUALIFICATIONS

SETTING YOU UP FOR SUCCESS

Degree: B.S. Computer Science or related field Honour Graduates with strong academic results

Background or experience in Software Engineering and/or Automation

Experience of real-time manual and automated environments

Experience in various equipment interface protocols

Knowledge of WMS / WCS software

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Good technical skills and ability to learn new applications quickly

Experience using basic Red Hat Linux Commands

Understanding of relational databases and basic knowledge of SQL

Programming Languages: C, Scripting Languages

Australian Work Rights: PR or Citizenship

WHY BRING YOUR CAREER TO DEMATIC

With more than 12,000 employees globally and over 900 employees across Australia and New Zealand, Dematic offers the scale of a global organisation combined with the collaborative culture of a local team. You'll work alongside industry experts on industry-leading projects while being supported to develop your career, expand your skills, and make a genuine impact.

Employee engagement is high at 80% in our recent employee survey Average tenure is 8 years, with 12% internal promotions and transfers annually because we actively invest in developing our people.

A staggering 30% of all new hires are referrals, as our people know it's a great place to work and recommend it to others 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.

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.