Mechanical Engineering Technician
- Perform technical functions in support of engineering activities.
- Read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
- Assemble and install mechanical assemblies and conduct tests.
Position Title: Mechanical Engineering Technician
Employer: Shree Shiva 1 Pty Ltd (trading as MAB Engineering Services)
Work Location: 510 Dowling Street, Wendouree VIC 3355
Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent
Hours of Work: 38 hours per week
Salary: $85,000 – $90,000 per annum plus superannuation
About the Company
MAB Engineering Services, operated by Shree Shiva 1 Pty Ltd, is an engineering business based in Wendouree, Ballarat, Victoria. The company delivers precision machining, fabrication, and maintenance and servicing solutions to customers in the heavy transport, manufacturing, construction, mining support and industrial maintenance sectors.
Our workshop provides CNC and repetition machining, wire cutting, surface and cylindrical precision grinding, gear cutting, milling, welding and custom fabrication. We also manufacture curtain tensioners for the transport industry and concrete recess formers for the construction and precast industries, working in steel, stainless steel, aluminium, brass and other engineering-grade metals.
Position Summary
The Mechanical Engineering Technician will perform technical functions in support of the company’s engineering activities, including the design, manufacture, assembly, installation, testing, operation, maintenance and repair of mechanical equipment, plant and machinery. Working closely with the Director and production staff, the role ensures that our products, components and equipment are built, tested and maintained to specification and to the quality our customers expect.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
- Read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications for machined and fabricated products, including curtain tensioners and concrete recess formers.
- Assist in the design and modification of components, jigs, fixtures and tooling by preparing sketches, drawings and calculations.
- Assemble and install mechanical assemblies, components, machine tools and hydraulic systems from drawings and specifications.
- Carry out functional, pressure and performance tests on mechanical and hydraulic systems and record the results.
- Inspect materials and finished components using precision measuring instruments and non-destructive testing to ensure they meet specifications.
- Perform routine inspection, maintenance and repair of workshop machinery, including CNC machines, grinders, welding equipment and compressors.
- Collect and analyse test and inspection data, investigate defects and prepare technical reports.
- Select suitable tools and equipment, and estimate material, machine and labour costs for quoting and job planning.
- Maintain accurate quality and maintenance records and follow workplace health and safety procedures.
Qualifications, Experience and Skills
- Diploma, Advanced Diploma or Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a relevant field.
- Minimum 2 years of relevant work experience.
- Reading and interpreting engineering drawings.
- Mechanical assembly, testing and maintenance.
- Good communication and teamwork skills.
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