Mechanical Engineering Technician - Packaging Equipment NSW

J.L.Lennard; Sydney; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Car allowance with fuel card

Smartphone, laptop and company credit

Job summary

J.L.Lennard Pty Ltd is seeking a Mechanical Engineering Technician to support the Packaging Equipment Service Team in Sydney. You will install, test, commission and maintain packaging machinery such as flow wrappers, bag makers and cartoners as well as related hydraulic and pneumatic systems.

You will prepare drawings, assist with integration on customer lines and coordinate on-site tests, performing data analysis and reporting results to engineers and customers.

Qualifications

• Diploma/Advanced Diploma/Associate Degree in mechanical engineering or equivalent experience.
• Practical experience installing, commissioning, testing, maintaining or repairing industrial machinery.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, equipment specifications and manuals.
• Strong fault-finding, organisational and communication skills.
• Willingness to travel to customer sites, including occasional overnight travel.
• Experience with packaging equipment in food, beverage or pharmaceutical industries is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Prepare technical drawings, installation plans, layouts and diagrams for packaging machinery and mechanical modifications.
• Assist with design, adaptation and integration of mechanical equipment into customers’ production lines.
• Select tools, components and instrumentation for installation, testing and maintenance.
• Assemble and install mechanical assemblies, machine controls and hydraulic/pneumatic systems.
• Coordinate tests and validation at workshop and customer sites.
• Analyse data, perform calculations and document test results and improvements.
• Maintain records and communicate findings to engineers and customers.
• Oversee inspections and preventative maintenance with site personnel.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Reading drawings

Fault-finding

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Driver's licence

Team collaboration

Education

Diploma in Mechanical Engineering

Advanced Diploma in Mechanical Engineering

Associate Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CAD software

Calibration tools

Job description

Mechanical Engineering Technician - Packaging Equipment NSW

Mechanical Engineering Technician – Packaging Equipment

Location: NSW
Employment: Permanent, full-time, 38 hours per week
Base salary: $90,000 to $95,000 plus superannuation
Employer: J.L.Lennard Pty Ltd

About Us

Founded in 1879, J.L. Lennard supplies packaging and process equipment to the food, beverage and pharmaceutical industries across Australia and New Zealand. We support a diverse customer base through equipment supply, installation, commissioning and ongoing technical services.

About the Role

We are seeking a Mechanical Engineering Technician to join our Packaging Equipment Service Team in Sydney.

The role involves providing technical support to Engineers and Engineering Technologists in the installation, modification, testing, commissioning and maintenance of packaging and process machinery.

Equipment includes inspection systems, flow wrappers, bag makers, filling machines, cartoners, case packers and associated process equipment.

Key Responsibilities

Prepare technical drawings, installation plans, layouts and diagrams for packaging machinery and mechanical modifications under the direction of Mechanical Engineers and Engineering Technologists.

Assist engineers and technologists with the design, adaptation and integration of mechanical equipment into customers’ production lines.

Select appropriate tools, components, measuring instruments and equipment for installation, testing, maintenance and repair work.

Assemble and install new and modified mechanical assemblies, components, machine controls and associated hydraulic and pneumatic systems.

Estimate material quantities, component costs, tooling needs and machine requirements for installations, modifications and repairs.

Perform and coordinate workshop and customer-site tests of mechanical systems, including commissioning, performance and equipment validation tests.

Collect and analyse equipment performance data, carry out technical calculations and prepare diagrams and reports documenting test results, faults and recommended improvements.

Organise and oversee machinery inspections and preventative maintenance, coordinating with customer personnel and other technicians where required.

Diagnose mechanical faults and equipment breakdowns, identify underlying causes and carry out repairs and adjustments.

Check that equipment designs, installations, modifications and completed work meet technical specifications, applicable regulations, safety requirements and contractual provisions.

Maintain accurate installation, testing, service and maintenance records and communicate findings clearly to engineers, colleagues and customers.

Qualifications and Experience

A relevant Diploma, Advanced Diploma or Associate Degree in mechanical engineering or a related discipline, or at least three years of relevant experience demonstrating equivalent technical skills.

Practical experience installing, commissioning, testing, maintaining or repairing industrial machinery or capital equipment.

Strong mechanical aptitude and the ability to interpret engineering drawings, equipment specifications and technical manuals.

Experience with mechanical assemblies, machine controls, and hydraulic or pneumatic systems.

The ability to analyse technical data, undertake calculations and prepare clear technical reports.

Strong fault-finding, organisational and communication skills.

The ability to work independently and collaboratively with engineers, technicians and customers.

A valid driver’s licence and willingness to travel to customer sites, including occasional overnight regional travel.

Experience with packaging equipment in the food, beverage or pharmaceutical industries, PLC-controlled machinery and computer-aided drafting software will be highly regarded.

Any electrical installation or repair work must be performed by personnel holding the appropriate electrical licence for the jurisdiction.

What We Offer

A base salary of $90,000 to $95,000 per annum, plus superannuation.

Overtime opportunities, paid separately where applicable.

Comprehensive product training and opportunities for further technical development.

Opportunities for interstate or overseas supplier training and installation projects.

A company vehicle or car allowance with fuel card.

A smartphone, laptop and company credit card for approved work expenses.

Applications are welcomed from suitably qualified Australian citizens, permanent residents and other candidates.