Robotic Automation & Controls Technician

Paccar Inc; Melbourne; Vor Ort; AUD 90.000 - 120.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Salary package including superannution

Zusammenfassung

PACCAR Australia is seeking a Robotic Automation & Controls Technician to join the Manufacturing Engineering team in Bayswater. You will play a key role in maintaining, troubleshooting and improving automation, control and robotic systems that support our manufacturing operations.

This hands-on role suits problem-solvers who enjoy working with advanced manufacturing technology and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifikationen

• Experience in industrial automation within a manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of PLCs, HMIs and industrial control systems.
• Experience programming and troubleshooting industrial robots.
• Understanding robotic integration, vision systems and sensors.
• Knowledge of robotic safety standards and risk assessment practices.
• Experience with Fanuc TP or similar programming platform.
• Strong fault-finding and analytical problem-solving skills.
• Ability to collaborate with manufacturing and engineering teams.
• Commitment to workplace safety and continuous improvement.
• Qualifications in Electrical, Mechatronics, Automation, Robotics or related discipline is highly regarded.

Aufgaben

• Maintain, troubleshoot and repair automation, control and robotic systems.
• Install, configure and support PLCs, HMIs, robotic equipment and related control systems.
• Perform preventative maintenance to maximise reliability and minimise downtime.
• Diagnose and resolve electrical, mechanical and software faults in automated equipment.
• Program, calibrate and maintain industrial robots.
• Support process improvement projects with control/robotics enhancements.
• Update control software for production needs.
• Provide technical support to production teams on equipment operation.
• Collaborate with contractors and suppliers on upgrades.
• Ensure safety standards and procedures are followed.
• Maintain records of maintenance and modifications.
• Stay current with automation/robotics developments.

Kenntnisse

Industrial automation

PLC/HMI

Robotics programming

Fault finding

Team collaboration

Safety

Ausbildung

Electrical/Mechatronics/Automation/Robotics degree

Tools

Fanuc TP

PLC

HMIs

Jobbeschreibung

PACCAR is a global technology leader in the design, manufacture and customer support of high-quality light-, medium-, and heavy-duty trucks under the Kenworth and DAF nameplates. PACCAR also designs and manufactures advanced diesel engines, provides financial services and information technology, and distributes truck parts related to its principal business.

About Us

PACCAR is a global market leader specialising in the design, manufacture and distribution of premium heavy commercial vehicles; Kenworth and DAF, related parts, leasing and financial services via an extensive dealer network throughout Australia.

The Opportunity

PACCAR Australia is looking for a Robotic Automation & Controls Technician to join our Manufacturing Engineering team in Bayswater. Reporting to the Controls Supervisor, you will play a key role in maintaining, troubleshooting and improving the automation, control and robotic systems that support our manufacturing operations.

This is a hands-on role suited to someone who enjoys problem-solving, working with advanced manufacturing technology, and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives. You will work closely with engineering, maintenance and production teams to help ensure our equipment operates safely, reliably and efficiently.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain, troubleshoot and repair automation, control and robotic systems across the manufacturing facility.
• Install, configure and support PLCs, HMIs, robotic equipment and related control systems.
• Perform preventative maintenance activities to maximise equipment reliability and minimise downtime.
• Diagnose and resolve electrical, mechanical and software faults in automated equipment.
• Program, calibrate and maintain industrial robots to ensure safe and accurate operation.
• Support process improvement projects by implementing control system and robotic enhancements.
• Update and modify control system software to support production and engineering requirements.
• Provide technical support and guidance to production teams on equipment operation and troubleshooting.
• Work with internal stakeholders, contractors and suppliers to support system upgrades and equipment improvements.
• Ensure all work is completed in accordance with safety standards, policies and procedures.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, repairs and system modifications.
• Stay current with developments in automation and robotics technology and identify opportunities for improvement.

About you:

• Experience working with industrial automation, control systems or robotics within a manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of PLCs, HMIs and industrial control systems.
• Experience programming and troubleshooting industrial robots.
• Understanding of robotic integration, vision systems and sensor technologies.
• Knowledge of robotic safety standards and risk assessment practices.
• Experience with robotic programming platforms such as Fanuc TP or similar.
• Strong fault-finding and analytical problem-solving skills.
• The ability to work collaboratively with a range of stakeholders across manufacturing and engineering teams.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical users.
• A commitment to workplace safety and continuous improvement.
• Qualifications in Electrical, Mechatronics, Automation, Robotics or a related discipline will be highly regarded.

Why Choose Us?

In return, PACCAR offers great working conditions, a friendly team environment, an excellent salary package including generous superannuation, salary sacrifice, corporate health benefits, education support and long-term employment and career opportunities.