Mechanical Engineering Technician - Clutch Manufacturing

NPC Performance Clutches; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On‑the‑job training with experienced技e

Access to CNC, balancing and testing设备

Stable Australian manufacturing бизнес

Job summary

NPC Performance Clutches in Australia is seeking a Mechanical Engineering Technician to provide technical support, assist in clutch product development, and guide assembly teams. You will work with CNC machining and testing to improve product reliability and performance.

Required are a Certificate IV or higher in automotive/mechanical engineering and at least 2 years of relevant experience. Forklift license is advantageous; strong attention to detail and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of relevant experience in mechanical technical support, mechanical assembly, inspection, testing or technical workshop operations.
• Able to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications
• Experience with precision measuring instruments (micrometers, verniers, dial indicators)
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to record and analyse data accurately
• Mechanical aptitude and an interest in automotive drivetrain components
• Good communication skills and the ability to work in a small team
• Forklift licence highly regarded (or willingness to obtain)

Responsibilities

• Interpret and prepare technical drawings, mechanical specifications and assembly instructions for clutch assemblies, pressure plates, friction discs, flywheels and related drivetrain components.
• Assist in the development, modification and technical improvement of clutch products, including matching clamp load, friction material and torque capacity to customer vehicle and performance applications.
• Provide technical support for the assembly of clutch components and assemblies, ensuring mechanical compatibility, accurate fitment and compliance with product and manufacturer specifications.
• Conduct testing of clutch components and assemblies, including dynamic balancing of flywheels and pressure plates, clamp-load and functional testing, and dimensional inspection using precision measuring instruments, and record and analyse test data to evaluate product performance and quality.
• Investigate product faults, warranty returns and performance issues, identify root causes and recommend technical modifications to products, assembly methods or specifications.
• Develop, document and improve assembly procedures, inspection checklists and testing guidelines for clutch products.
• Provide technical guidance and practical training to assembly and production personnel on assembly procedures, testing methods and quality control, and collaborate with the CNC machining, technical support and sales teams to improve production methods and product reliability.

Skills

Read technical drawings

Precision measuring instruments

Attention to detail

Mechanical aptitude

Communication skills

Teamwork

Forklift licence

Education

Certificate IV or higher in automotive/mechanical/engineering technology

Job description

Mechanical Engineering Technician - Clutch Manufacturing

NPC Performance Clutches is an Australian company specialising in the manufacture, assembly and supply of performance clutch systems. From our Mansfield facility we operate in-house CNC machining, clutch assembly, balancing and testing, and supply wholesale, trade and retail customers across Australia and internationally.

Our range includes performance clutch kits, pressure plates, friction discs and flywheels for a wide range of street, performance and motorsport applications. We focus on technical quality, reliable products and continuous improvement, and our CNC capability is expanding to support business growth.

THE ROLE

This position combines mechanical engineering technical support with hands‑on workshop involvement, product improvement and technical guidance to our assembly and production teams. Reporting to the Managing Director, you will work closely with our CNC machining team and technical support staff.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Interpret and prepare technical drawings, mechanical specifications and assembly instructions for clutch assemblies, pressure plates, friction discs, flywheels and related drivetrain components.

Assist in the development, modification and technical improvement of clutch products, including matching clamp load, friction material and torque capacity to customer vehicle and performance applications.

Provide technical support for the assembly of clutch components and assemblies, ensuring mechanical compatibility, accurate fitment and compliance with product and manufacturer specifications.

Conduct testing of clutch components and assemblies, including dynamic balancing of flywheels and pressure plates, clamp‑load and functional testing, and dimensional inspection using precision measuring instruments, and record and analyse test data to evaluate product performance and quality.

Investigate product faults, warranty returns and performance issues, identify root causes and recommend technical modifications to products, assembly methods or specifications.

Develop, document and improve assembly procedures, inspection checklists and testing guidelines for clutch products.

Provide technical guidance and practical training to assembly and production personnel on assembly procedures, testing methods and quality control, and collaborate with the CNC machining, technical support and sales teams to improve production methods and product reliability.

ABOUT YOU

Certificate IV or higher qualification in automotive, mechanical or engineering technology, or a closely related technical discipline.

At least 2 years of relevant experience in mechanical technical support, mechanical assembly, inspection, testing or technical workshop operations, preferably in an automotive or manufacturing environment.

Able to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications

Experience with precision measuring instruments (micrometers, verniers, dial indicators)

Strong attention to detail and the ability to record and analyse data accurately

Mechanical aptitude and an interest in automotive drivetrain components

Good communication skills and the ability to work in a small team

Forklift licence highly regarded (or willingness to obtain)

WHAT WE OFFER

Salary: $75,000 – $90,000 per year plus superannuation

Full-time position

On‑the‑job training with experienced tradespeople and access to CNC, balancing and testing equipment

A stable, growing Australian manufacturing business