Production Engineer - 18 Months Contract

Alcon; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stable hours

Cutting‑edge technology

Fast‑growing company

Supportive culture

Job summary

Alcon is seeking a Production Engineer to apply advanced manufacturing and quality engineering techniques across the production line. You will drive failure analysis, process capability, instrument calibration and SPC to deliver data‑driven improvements in yield, quality, and throughput.

You will collaborate with Final Test, NPI, Systems Engineering, R&D and Quality to move products from development to mass production, ensuring robust, validated solutions and continuous improvement across the

Qualifications

• Degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Mechatronics, Manufacturing or similar).
• At least 2 years’ experience supporting manufacturing or production in an engineering role.
• Strong hands-on experience supporting production builds, testing or calibration.

Responsibilities

• Provide day‑to‑day engineering support for production, test and calibration issues.
• Lead structured investigations into recurring failures and implement effective corrective actions.
• Identify opportunities to improve quality, yield, throughput and production efficiency.
• Analyse production capacity, bottlenecks and operational risks, and recommend practical actions.
• Proactively identify and escalate issues and drive actions through to implementation and review.
• Coordinate with Production, Quality, NPI, Systems Engineering and R&D to resolve cross‑functional issues.
• Communicate production priorities, risks and required actions clearly during operational meetings.
• Share technical knowledge and progressively take ownership of broader production engineering priorities.

Skills

SPC

MSA/GR&R

Process capability

Structured problem-solving

Root-cause analysis

Troubleshooting

Cross-functional collab

Education

Engineering degree

Job description

Job Description

At Alcon, we are driven by the meaningful work we do to help people see brilliantly. We innovate boldly, champion progress, and act with speed as the global leader in eye care. Here, you’ll be recognised for your commitment and contributions and see your career like never before. Together, we go above and beyond to make an impact in the lives of our patients and customers. We foster an inclusive culture and are looking for diverse, talented people to join Alcon.

As a proud part of the Alcon group, Cylite’s innovative product range is redefining how optometrists, ophthalmologists and researchers detect and treat eye disease with its patented technology. With customers across USA, Europe and Australia, we’re looking to rapidly scale our product offering and production capabilities.

The Production Engineer is responsible for applying advanced manufacturing and quality engineering techniques to control, analyse, and improve production processes in the production line. The role focuses on failure analysis, process capability, instrument calibration and test stability, and statistical process control, working cross‑functionally with Final Test, NPI, Systems Engineering, R&D and Quality Engineering to deliver robust, data‑validated improvements in yield, quality, and throughput.

They will:

• Develop a broad understanding of the Alcon products, their underlying technologies, and their application at Alcon.
• Assist in meeting any product‑based objectives set by Engineering, Production, Quality, Regulatory, and Marketing.
• Work collaboratively across all disciplines to take products from development to mass production and general availability in the market.
• Analyse new and existing engineering technologies and apply them in the testing of manufactured products.

Key responsibilities include:

• Provide day‑to‑day engineering support for production, test and calibration issues.
• Lead structured investigations into recurring failures and implement effective corrective actions.
• Identify opportunities to improve quality, yield, throughput and production efficiency.
• Analyse production capacity, bottlenecks and operational risks, and recommend practical actions.
• Proactively identify and escal…
• Take ownership of assigned issues and drive actions through implementation and effectiveness review.
• Coordinate with Production, Quality, NPI, Systems Engineering and R&D to resolve cross‑functional issues.
• Communicate production priorities, risks and required actions clearly during operational meetings.
• Share technical knowledge, support other team members and progressively take ownership of broader production engineering priorities.

Candidate profile:

• Good working knowledge of SPC, MSA/GR&R, process capability and structured problem‑solving.
• Strong hands‑on troubleshooting and root‑cause analysis skills.
• Able to work independently and drive actions to completion.
• Proactive, accountable and comfortable making evidence‑based recommendations.
• Able to influence stakeholders and support other team members.
• Thinks beyond immediate problems and considers quality, delivery, capacity and longer‑term risks.
• Demonstrates the potential and ambition to progress into broader technical and operational leadership.

Skills & Experiences:

• Degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Mechatronics, Manufacturing or similar).
• At least 2 years’ experience supporting manufacturing or production in an engineering role.
• Strong hands‑on experience supporting production builds, testing or calibration.
• Good working knowledge of SPC, MSA/GR&R, process capability and production data analysis.
• Proven troubleshooting and root‑cause analysis skills, with the ability to implement sustainable solutions.
• Experience improving production efficiency, yield, throughput or process stability.
• Proactive and accountable, with the ability to identify risks and drive actions through to completion.
• Able to communicate effectively, influence stakeholders and support other team members.

With Attributes:

• Pays a high level of attention to detail.
• Is self‑driven, reliable, and responsible; takes ownership of their work.
• Can plan and prioritize tasks effectively to meet deadlines.
• Has good oral and written communication skills; can collaborate effectively with cross‑functional team members.

This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. You must have valid full Australia work rights before you apply.

Why Join Alcon?

• Full‑Time Role: Standard day shift with stable hours.
• Cutting‑Edge Technology: Work with innovative medical imaging products that make a real impact.
• Exciting Work Environment: Be part of a fast‑growing, award‑winning company.
• Supportive Culture: Join a team built on integrity, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Applicants must have the right to live and work in Australia.

ALCON IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER AND PARTICIPATES IN E-VERIFY

Alcon takes pride in maintaining a diverse environment and our policies are not to discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. Alcon is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please send an email to and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.