Engineering Technologist

About the Company

Amm & Co Engineering Pty Ltd is a well-established engineering and fabrication firm based in Brisbane, boasting more than two decades of industry experience.

Job Overview

We are looking for a full-time Engineering Technologist to join the team at Dandenong, Victoria. This permanent role offers an annual salary ranging from $80,000 to $85,000, commensurate with experience, along with superannuation benefits.

Responsibilities

• Interpret client project needs and transform engineering, fabrication, automation, and production demands into effective technical approaches.
• Create and review 3D models, engineering drawings, fabrication layouts, and component specifications tailored for custom machinery and engineered products.
• Assist with the design, development, and deployment of automation systems, including industrial robotics and robotic welding used in manufacturing and fabrication.
• Evaluate existing manufacturing processes; suggest enhancements to improve throughput, precision, safety, and quality.
• Generate technical documents, work procedures, design annotations, material specifications, and fabrication instructions for implementation teams.
• Collaborate closely with fabricators, welders, draftspeople, machine operators, and project groups to ensure precise manufacture and assembly of engineered designs.
• Perform technical evaluations on laser cutting, welding, fabrication, and robotic procedures to validate tolerances and product compliance.
• Participate in the setup, testing, and troubleshooting of automated machinery, robotic welding systems, and related industrial equipment.
• Assess materials, fabrication techniques, welding methodologies, and manufacturing methods to identify optimum solutions for each project.
• Track project milestones from conceptual design through fabrication, installation, and commissioning, ensuring adherence to quality standards, timelines, and client expectations.
• Detect and resolve design challenges, production limitations, machinery faults, and fabrication risks with practical engineering interventions.
• Support quality assurance by inspecting fabricated parts, verifying dimensions, examining weld integrity, and ensuring conformity to engineering documentation.
• Communicate with clients, vendors, and internal stakeholders regarding technical specifications, project modifications, design feasibility, material availability, and delivery scheduling.
• Implement occupational health and safety measures, machinery safety protocols, fabrication safety standards, and engineering compliance across design, workshop, and field activities.

Requirements

• Possession of a Bachelor's degree or Advanced Diploma in Engineering Technology, Electronics, Electrical, Mechanical, Mechatronics, or a closely related engineering discipline.
• A minimum of two years of professional experience as an Engineering Technologist in fabrication engineering, manufacturing engineering, automation, industrial robotics, or similar technical fields.
• At least two years’ experience working with automation systems, robotic welding technologies, industrial robotics, custom machinery, manufacturing process optimization, or equipment integration projects.
• Two or more years’ involvement in evaluating fabrication methods, welding techniques, laser cutting necessities, material decisions, tolerance assessment, and manufacturability of engineered components.
• Experience of no less than two years troubleshooting assembly-related issues, automated and robotic machinery problems, production equipment faults, or workshop engineering challenges.
• Proficient in reading and interpreting wiring diagrams, circuit schematics, and technical manuals; capable in using diagnostic tools such as multimeters and oscilloscopes.
• Strong understanding of automotive electronics, low voltage systems, and wiring harness assemblies.
• Ability to perform in-depth root cause analysis, system validations, and ensure rule compliance.
• Knowledge of quality assurance standards, safety regulations, and manufacturing workflows.
• Excellent documentation skills and ability to communicate technical concepts effectively.
• Exceptional teamwork and communication capabilities, combined with strong organizational skills to manage multiple priorities within deadlines.