Projects Engineer / Technician

Our Client; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Our Client is an Australian subsidiary of a major international supplier of bulk powder and packaging line solutions. The role covers the full sales-to-installation cycle for refits and upgrades across diverse installations.

The successful candidate will hold tertiary or trade qualifications in electrical or mechanical disciplines, have PLC knowledge, and be able to design, quote, manage, and install with strong customer service. Travel locally and interstate may be required.

Qualifications

• Tertiary or trade qualifications in Electrical or Mechanical.
• Working knowledge of PLC operation/programming (Allen Bradley, Siemens or Omron).
• Proficiency with AutoCAD and MS Project.
• Ability to visualise concepts and translate to working solutions.
• Understanding of mechanical, pneumatic and hydraulic aspects of process machines.
• Strong computer skills and autonomous work style.
• Detail oriented with commitment to right first time.

Responsibilities

• Site assessment and quotation of upgrades and retrofits.
• Prepare design drawings and documentation with internal design team.
• Prepare and submit quotations and secure purchase orders.
• Project management of build and suppliers.
• Hands-on installation and commissioning of upgrades and retrofit.
• Customer training.
• Head Office based role with occasional local/in interstate travel.

Skills

Mechanical engineering

Electrical engineering

PLC operation

AutoCAD

MS Projects

Customer service

Autonomy

Detail oriented

Education

Bachelor’s in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Trade qualification

Tools

PLC programming

Job description

Our client is an Australian subsidiary of a major international supplier of bulk powder & packaging machines manufacturer and provider.

At this time we are looking for a motivated individual to manage the full "sales to installation" cycle of refits and upgrades, on a wide range of bulk powder and packaging line solutions.

Duties will include but not be limited to:

• Site assessment and quotation of upgrades and retrofits to existing installations.
• Preparation of design drawingsand documentation, either by yourself,or in liaison withthe internal design team.
• Preparation and submission of quotations and securing purchase orders for projects.
• Project managementof the build and suppliers.
• Hands on installation and commissioning of upgrades and retrofits.
• Customer training.
• This is primarily aHead Office based position, but some local and interstate travel will be required from time to time.

Ideally the successful applicant will be a qualified Mechanical / Electrical Engineer, who is looking for a more than just a design job and who enjoys the “hands on” aspects of conducting installation work. However applications from suitably trade qualified Service Technicians with the appropriate skills, are also strongly encouraged.

Ultimately it will be your ability to demonstrate most or all of the following skills and attributes that will win you the day.

• You hold Tertiary or Trade qualifications in an Electrical or Mechanical discipline.
• A working knowledge of PLC operation and/or programming, preferably on Allen Bradley, Siemens or Omron systemswould be an advantage, but this is notessentialas training can be provided.
• You possess a working proficiencywith AutoCad and MS Projects.
• You can visualise a concept and transfer this into a working solution.
• An affinity with and understanding of, the mechanical, pneumatic and hydraulic aspects of process machines.
• Strong computer skills.
• An ability to work autonomously and display excellent customer service.
• A strong eye for detail and a determination to do it right the first time.

On offer is a solid remuneration package, plusthe opportunity to work in an autonomous position within a progressive and innovative industry.