Opto Mechanical Technician

Eos Group; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Eos Group is seeking an Opto Mechanical Technician for our Melbourne, VIC location. The role involves assembling precision opto‑mechanical systems, aligning optical components, and integrating electrical harnesses in a clean workspace.

You will perform testing, calibration, and troubleshooting on complex assemblies, ensuring quality and safety are maintained. Candidates should have relevant trade qualifications and 3+ years of related experience.

Qualifications

• Trade qualification as Mechanical Technician or equivalent experience.
• Certificate IV, Diploma, Associate Degree, or relevant technical qualification preferred.
• 3+ years of experience in precision mechanical assembly, instrumentation, optical systems, or related industries.

Responsibilities

• Assemble precision opto-mechanical systems and electromechanical assemblies.
• Install and align optical components including lenses, mirrors, filters, beam splitters, cameras and laser systems.
• Perform mechanical fitting, adjustment and calibration of precision components.
• Build prototypes and production units per engineering drawings and documented procedures.
• Conduct cable routing, harness installation, and basic electrical integration activities.
• Execute system-level functional, environmental and performance testing.
• Perform optical alignment and verification using 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.
• 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.
• Ensure all work complies with quality standards and safety procedures.

Skills

Reading technical drawings

Interpreting CAD models

Problem solving

Education

Trade qualification as Mechanical Technician

Certificate IV / Diploma or relevant qualification

Tools

CAD software

Test equipment

Job description

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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

Opto Mechanical Technician Melbourne, VIC, AU