Mechanical Engineering Technologist

Placed Australia; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Placed Australia is seeking a Mechanical Engineering Technologist for a client in Blacktown, NSW. The role applies engineering skills to test, install, maintain, troubleshoot, and improve vending machines and related technologies to ensure reliability and efficiency.

The candidate will perform standardized tests, install and configure machines, conduct preventive maintenance, diagnose issues, and document activities and reports to support continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or 3+ years of relevant experience.
• At least 2 years of relevant work experience.
• Mechanical aptitude and ability for manual tasks.
• Able to lift heavy items and work in dirty or wet conditions.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• Understanding of manufacturing systems.

Responsibilities

• Apply engineering skills to test procedures and develop new protocols.
• Install, configure, and test vending machines for reliability.
• Perform preventive maintenance to extend equipment life.
• Diagnose and resolve technical issues reported by customers.
• Collaborate with engineering to solve complex problems.
• Improve and modify vending machines to enhance performance.
• Oversee installation of all materials and equipment per specs.
• Maintain detailed records of activities and reports.
• Generate reports from data analysis to support decisions.
• Configure, test, and maintain vending machine software.
• Develop documentation to support project execution.
• Ensure projects meet standards and timelines.
• Apply safety principles and OH&S standards.
• Monitor real-time data to manage stock, sales, and diagnostics.
• Work with AI, UV cleaning, and cloud monitoring technologies.
• Track machine performance and investigate by slot or error type.
• Manage inventory records and refill targets.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Testing procedures

Troubleshooting

Documentation

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

3+ years relevant experience substitute for degree

Tools

AI systems

UV light cleaning systems

Cloud monitoring

Job description

Placed.au is looking for a full-time Mechanical Engineering Technologist for our client in Blacktown, New South Wales. This role is responsible for applying engineering skills to test, install, maintain, troubleshoot, and improve vending machines and associated technologies, ensuring reliability, functionality, and operational efficiency.

Job Description

• Apply engineering skills to perform standardized test procedures and develop new protocols to ensure the reliability and functionality of vending machines.
• Install, configure, and test vending machines in accordance with work orders, ensuring proper setup and operational efficiency.
• Conduct regular preventive maintenance to maintain optimal machine performance and extend the lifecycle of the equipment.
• Diagnose and resolve technical issues reported by customers, providing timely and effective solutions.
• Collaborate with the engineering team to identify and solve complex technical problems, using advanced engineering techniques.
• Apply engineering skills to improve, design, and modify vending machines and associated technologies to enhance performance and functionality.
• Oversee the installation and implementation of all technological materials and equipment, ensuring compliance with technical specifications.
• Maintain detailed records of activities, including equipment status, reports, and customer interactions, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
• Generate detailed reports from data analysis to support decision-making and continuous improvement efforts.
• Configure, test, and maintain vending machine software to ensure seamless integration and operation.
• Develop and compile relevant documentation, reports, and correspondence to support project execution and compliance.
• Ensure projects are completed within agreed standards and timeframes, adhering to project management best practices.
• Apply engineering safety principles and Occupational Health and Safety standards, ensuring they are correctly implemented and maintained.
• Monitor real-time software data to manage stock levels, sales trends, machine diagnostics, and other critical information.
• Work with advanced technologies integrated into vending machines, including AI systems, UV light cleaning systems, and real-time cloud monitoring.
• Track machine performance using regular scorecards and investigate issues by machine slot, error type, or other relevant criteria.
• Manage machine inventory by creating, deleting, and modifying inventory records, viewing real-time values, and configuring refill targets and priorities.
• Handle basic warehouse functions, such as listing products with quantities and generating inventory reports, to support operational efficiency.

Qualifications/Attributes

• Must hold a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or higher, or at least three (3) years of relevant work experience may substitute for the formal qualification.
• Must possess at least two (2) years of relevant work experience.
• Must have mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to perform manual tasks, including heavy lifting and dirty or wet work as required.
• Must be a motivated and cooperative team member.
• Ability to undertake formal training in further engineering disciplines.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• High-level understanding of manufacturing systems and processes.

Salary Range

$75,000 – $95,000 p.a. excluding superannuation.