Mechanical Engineering Technician – Food Processing & SCADA

Midfield Meat International; Warrnambool; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Canteen

Staff discounts

Free parking

Job summary

Midfield Meat International in Warrnambool, VIC, seeks a Mechanical Engineering Technician to assist in design, installation, testing and data analysis of mechanical systems across our paddock-to-plate operations.

You will select tools, install assemblies, run tests, monitor SCADA processes and ensure compliance with safety and quality standards in a high-value animal protein production environment.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering Technology.
• Experience in mechanical design, testing, data collection, and analysis.
• Familiarity with SCADA systems, control processes, and equipment maintenance.
• Knowledge of safety protocols and procedures in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Select appropriate tools and equipment for specific tasks.
• Assemble and install new and modified mechanical assemblies, components, machine tools, controls, and hydraulic power systems.
• Estimate material costs and quantities, as well as machine requirements.
• Collect and analyse data, perform complex computations, and prepare diagrams to support engineering projects.
• Perform and direct field and laboratory tests to validate designs and equipment performance.
• Organize and supervise the inspection and maintenance of machines and plant to ensure optimal performance.
• Operate equipment and control processes in the production of high-quality/high-value animal protein products and fat.

Skills

HAARSLEV experience

Mechanical design

Testing & data analysis

SCADA familiarity

Maintenance knowledge

Teamwork

Safety protocols

Education

Associate degree in Mechanical Engineering Technology

Job description

Midfield Meat International in Warrnambool, VIC, seeks a Mechanical Engineering Technician to assist in design, installation, testing and data analysis of mechanical systems across our paddock-to-plate operations.

You will select tools, install assemblies, run tests, monitor SCADA processes and ensure compliance with safety and quality standards in a high-value animal protein production environment.