Methods Engineer

Legrand Australia; Sydney; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free onsite parking

Career development

Global manufacturing exposure

Collaborative team environment

Job summary

Legrand Australia is seeking a Methods Engineer to join the Manufacturing team in Prestons, NSW. You will drive continuous improvement across operations, lead Lean projects, and support industrialisation and automation initiatives to enhance safety, quality, productivity and cost efficiency.

You’ll work with Production, Maintenance, Quality, R&D and Industrialisation teams on new product introductions, equipment upgrades and Industry 4.0 projects, applying data analytics and ERP tools to

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in Engineering or related technical discipline.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment involving production equipment or automation.
• Experience in a Methods Engineer, Manufacturing Engineer, Process Engineer, Maintenance Engineer or similar role.
• Strong understanding of Lean Manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Experience with Industry 4.0 initiatives, data analytics, ERP projects or related tools.

Responsibilities

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives across manufacturing operations.
• Lead Lean Manufacturing projects including Kaizen, 5S, SMED, Kanban and Standard Work.
• Analyse production processes and identify opportunities to improve safety, quality, productivity and efficiency.
• Monitor OEE and manufacturing performance and support automation projects.
• Support equipment selection, installation, commissioning and industrialisation.
• Develop and maintain manufacturing standards, procedures and work instructions.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Continuous Improvement

Data analytics

Project management

Education

Engineering degree

Manufacturing/Industrial Engineering

Tools

SQL Databases

Power BI

ERP systems

Job description

Legrand is the global specialist in electrical and digital building infrastructure with over 38,000 employees globally. Our comprehensive offering of solutions for residential, commercial and data centre markets makes it a benchmark for customers worldwide. Our purpose is to improve lives by transforming the spaces where people live, work and meet with electrical, digital infrastructures and connected solutions that are simple, innovative and sustainable.

In Australia and New Zealand (Legrand ANZ), we have over 800 employees spanning across 7 local manufacturing facilities and 15 warehouses. As part of the global Legrand network, Legrand Australia designs, manufactures and distributes over 15,000 items under several premium brands. Our dedicated R&D team design products and solutions specifically suited to the needs of the ANZ market.

About the Opportunity

We have an exciting opportunity for a Methods Engineer to join our Manufacturing team based in Prestons, NSW.

Reporting to the Methods Manager, this role is responsible for driving continuous improvement initiatives, supporting industrialisation projects, optimising manufacturing processes, and improving equipment performance across our production operations.

This is an excellent opportunity for an engineer who is passionate about Lean Manufacturing, automation, operational excellence and delivering measurable improvements in safety, quality, productivity and cost.

You’ll work closely with Production, Maintenance, Quality, R&D and Industrialisation teams to support new product introductions, equipment upgrades, automation projects and Industry 4.0 initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

In this role, you will:

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives across manufacturing operations
• Lead Lean Manufacturing projects including Kaizen, 5S, SMED, Kanban and Standard Work
• Analyse production processes and identify opportunities to improve safety, quality, productivity and efficiency
• Measure cycle times and maintain manufacturing data, Bills of Materials (BOMs) and Bills of Operations
• Support new product introductions and manufacturing readiness activities
• Lead productivity improvement and cost reduction projects
• Support equipment selection, installation, commissioning and optimisation
• Monitor and improve Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) and manufacturing performance
• Work closely with Production and Maintenance teams to improve equipment reliability and reduce downtime
• Support automation, digitalisation and Industry 4.0 initiatives
• Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions
• Develop and maintain manufacturing standards, procedures and work instructions
• Promote a strong safety culture and ensure safe work practices are maintained throughout operations.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Tertiary qualifications in Engineering or a related technical discipline
• Qualifications in Manufacturing, Industrial, Mechanical, Electrical or Mechatronics Engineering will be highly regarded
• Experience in a manufacturing environment involving production equipment, assembly systems or automation
• Experience in a Methods Engineer, Manufacturing Engineer, Process Engineer, Maintenance Engineer or similar role
• Strong understanding of Lean Manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies
• Experience analysing manufacturing processes and implementing productivity improvements
• Knowledge of equipment reliability, preventative maintenance and operational performance metrics
• Experience supporting equipment installations, commissioning or industrialisation projects
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Experience with any of the following will be highly regarded:

• Industry 4.0 initiatives
• Manufacturing automation
• OEE analysis and improvement
• SQL databases, Power BI or data analytics
• ERP systems
• Project management
• Root cause analysis methodologies
• Change management and process optimisation.

What we Offer

At Legrand, you’ll have the opportunity to make a real impact within a leading manufacturer focused on innovation and operational excellence.

In return, we offer:

• Career development opportunities within a global organisation
• Exposure to advanced manufacturing and automation technologies
• A collaborative and supportive team environment
• The opportunity to lead meaningful continuous improvement projects
• Access to reward and recognition programs
• Free onsite parking
• A strong commitment to safety and professional development

Interested?

If you’re passionate about manufacturing excellence, continuous improvement and making a measurable impact on operations, we’d love to hear from you.