Opto Mechanical Technician

Electro Optic Systems; Australia; Sur place; AUD 65 000 - 90 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Electro Optic Systems is seeking an experienced technician to assemble precision opto‑mechanical systems and optical instruments in Australia. You will install and align optical components, perform mechanical fitting and calibration, and build prototypes per engineering drawings and procedures.

The role requires interpreting technical drawings and CAD models, with 3+ years in related industries. Australian citizenship with NV1 security clearance is preferred, and a clean safety record is

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in precision mechanical assembly, instrumentation, optical systems, aerospace, defence, medical devices, scientific instruments, or related industries.
• Experience assembling and testing complex mechanical or electromechanical systems.
• Experience interpreting technical drawings, CAD models, and assembly instructions.

Responsabilités

• Assemble precision opto-mechanical systems, optical instruments, and electromechanical assemblies.
• Install and align optical components including lenses, mirrors, filters, beam splitters, cameras, sensors, and laser systems.
• Perform mechanical fitting, adjustment, and calibration of precision components.
• Build prototypes and production units per engineering drawings and procedures.
• Conduct cable routing, harness installation, and basic electrical integration activities.

Connaissances

Precision assembly

CAD interpretation

Optical systems

Formation

Mechanical Technician / Fitter & Turner / Precision Mechanic

Certificate IV / Diploma or equivalent

Description du poste

We continually strive to help our workforce achieve their professional and personal goals, engaging them in challenging and inspiring projects.

Key Responsibilities

Assembly and Integration

• Assemble precision opto-mechanical systems, optical instruments, and electromechanical assemblies.
• Install and align optical components including lenses, mirrors, filters, beam splitters, cameras, sensors, and laser systems.
• Perform mechanical fitting, adjustment, and calibration of precision components.
• Build prototypes and production units in accordance with engineering drawings and documented procedures.
• Conduct cable routing, harness installation, and basic electrical integration activities.

Testing and Validation

• Execute system-level functional, environmental, and performance testing.
• Perform optical alignment and verification using appropriate metrology and test equipment.
• Record and analyse test results and report deviations or non-conformances.
• Support troubleshooting and root-cause investigations on product and manufacturing issues.

Maintenance and Repair

• Diagnose faults in mechanical, optical, and electromechanical systems.
• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance activities.
• Repair or replace defective components and verify system performance after repair.
• Maintain calibration status of tools and test equipment.

Quality and Safety

• Ensure all work complies with quality standards, engineering specifications, and regulatory requirements.
• Adhere to ESD, cleanroom, optical handling, laser safety, and workplace safety procedures.
• Maintain a clean, organised, and safe work environment.

Required Qualifications

Education

• Trade qualification as a Mechanical Technician, Fitter and Turner, Precision Mechanic, Instrument Technician, Engineering Technician, or equivalent experience.
• Certificate IV, Diploma, Associate Degree, or relevant technical qualification preferred.

Experience

• 3+ years of experience in precision mechanical assembly, instrumentation, optical systems, aerospace, defence, medical devices, scientific instruments, or related industries.
• Experience assembling and testing complex mechanical or electromechanical systems.
• Experience interpreting technical drawings, CAD models, and assembly instructions.

Desirable Experience

• Laser systems integration and alignment.
• Aerospace, defence, photonics, scientific instrumentation, or space-industry experience.
• Environmental and vibration testing.

Personal

• It must be an Australian citizen, with an active or be eligible for NV1 security clearance