Mechatronics Engineer: Hands-On CNC & NPD

recruitaustralia; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Recruitaustralia is seeking a Mechatronics Engineer to join their Projects Team in Melbourne's eastern suburbs. The role involves building, testing and commissioning advanced machinery and working from engineering drawings and CAD models.

You will collaborate with engineering and production teams on prototype builds, machine modifications, testing and continuous improvement, with a hands-on, practical engineering approach.

Qualifications

• Mechatronics, Mechanical or Electrical qualifications or relevant trade qualifications.
• Experience in machinery assembly, machine building, testing or commissioning.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Understanding of CAD drawings and 3D modelling.
• Good mechanical aptitude and understanding of electrical systems.
• Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work with evolving designs and modifications.
• Good computer literacy and documentation skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Mechanical and electrical assembly of special-purpose and new-product machinery.
• Building, testing and commissioning machinery and equipment.
• Working with engineering teams on new product development and special applications.
• Reading and interpreting mechanical and electrical drawings.
• Understanding CAD drawings and 3D models.
• Conducting machine trials, testing and fault-finding.
• Identifying and resolving mechanical, electrical and operational issues.
• Recording test results and engineering changes.
• Working from evolving designs and drawings during development projects.
• Collaborating with engineering, production and technical personnel.

Skills

Mechatronics

Mechanical Engineering

Electrical Engineering

CAD Modelling

Reading drawings

Fault finding

Teamwork

Communication

CNC/Automation experience

Hands-on

Education

Mechatronics/Mechanical Engineering degree or equivalent

Trade qualification (if applicable)

Tools

CAD Software (e.g., SolidWorks)

3D Modelling

Job description

Recruitaustralia is seeking a Mechatronics Engineer to join their Projects Team in Melbourne's eastern suburbs. The role involves building, testing and commissioning advanced machinery and working from engineering drawings and CAD models.

You will collaborate with engineering and production teams on prototype builds, machine modifications, testing and continuous improvement, with a hands-on, practical engineering approach.