Mechanical Engineering Technician

Position: Mechanical Engineering Technician

Position type: Full time 38 hours per week

Salary: $79,423 per annum plus superannuation

Location: NSW 2760

Our client, Ctechlaser based in St Marys NSW 2760 is seeking to employ a Mechanical Engineering Technician to join their team.

The Mechanical Engineering Technician will provide technical assistance in the design, development, installation, testing and maintenance of mechanical equipment and manufacturing systems used in the company's laser cutting and metal fabrication operations. The role involves supporting engineering activities, improving manufacturing processes, ensuring equipment reliability and maintaining compliance with technical specifications and quality standards.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

1. Preparing and interpreting technical drawings, CAD designs, engineering plans and manufacturing specifications to support mechanical engineering projects involving CNC laser cutting equipment and metal fabrication processes.
2. Providing technical assistance to Mechanical Engineers and Engineering Technologists in developing, modifying and improving mechanical equipment, production machinery and manufacturing systems used in laser cutting and fabrication operations.
3. Identifying and selecting appropriate mechanical tools, machinery, components and equipment required for manufacturing, fabrication, assembly and maintenance activities, taking into consideration operational efficiency and technical requirements.
4. Assisting with the assembly, installation, adjustment and modification of mechanical components, machine tools, automated equipment, hydraulic systems and associated control mechanisms used in laser cutting and metal processing machinery.
5. Calculating and estimating material quantities, equipment requirements, production costs and machinery specifications to assist with manufacturing planning, resource allocation and the efficient use of materials.
6. Conducting and assisting with mechanical testing, equipment performance assessments and technical inspections to evaluate the functionality, accuracy, reliability and operational safety of laser cutting machines and related manufacturing equipment.
7. Gathering, recording and analysing technical information, equipment performance data and manufacturing measurements, undertaking engineering calculations and preparing diagrams and reports to identify mechanical issues and recommend improvements to production processes.
8. Coordinating and assisting with scheduled inspections, preventative maintenance, mechanical servicing and troubleshooting of laser cutting machinery, production equipment and associated mechanical systems to minimise operational downtime and maintain consistent manufacturing performance.
9. Inspecting manufactured components, mechanical installations and completed fabrication work to verify dimensional accuracy, material tolerances, workmanship and compliance with engineering drawings, technical specifications, applicable industry standards and contractual requirements.

Requirements:

-Diploma or higher qualification, together with at least one year of relevant work experience.

-Alternatively, three years of relevant work experience may substitute for the formal qualification