Associate Engineer, Repair & Maintenance
About Us
At Alcon, we're passionate about enhancing sight and helping people see brilliantly.
With more than 25,000 associates worldwide, we innovate fearlessly, champion progress, and act swiftly to impact global eye health.
We foster an inclusive culture, recognize your contributions, and offer opportunities to grow your career like never before.
Together, we make a difference in the lives of our patients and customers.
Position Overview
The Associate Engineer, Repair & Maintenance plays a critical role in ensuring the reliability, availability, and productivity of manufacturing and non-manufacturing equipment and facilities.
This position requires a hands‐on approach, strong troubleshooting skills, and a proactive mindset to maintain and improve processes, equipment, and systems.
Key Responsibilities
Plan, design, and implement maintenance programs to optimize equipment performance and minimize downtime.
Coordinate and execute maintenance engineering tasks, including reviewing mechanical and electrical specifications.
Document maintenance activities and update maintenance logs accurately.
Assess new equipment designs for reliability, ease of maintenance, and availability of replacement parts.
Liaise with production teams to schedule and perform repairs, statutory safety inspections, and equipment installations without disrupting production schedules.
Participate in the installation and commissioning of new equipment.
Troubleshoot complex mechanical and electrical issues effectively and efficiently.
Contribute to the development and refinement of production processes to improve efficiency and quality.
Ensure compliance with Good Practice (GxP) regulations, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and maintain accurate documentation.




Drive continuous improvement initiatives across maintenance and production processes.
Requirements
Hands‐on approachwith a solid ability to work directly on equipment and processes.
Strong teamthat can work with staff at all levels (management, engineering and assembly technicians).
Self‐starterwho can work independently and take initiative in problem‐solving and process improvement.
Strong troubleshooting skillsfor diagnosing and resolving technical issues quickly.
Willingness tohelp develop and refine production processesto enhance efficiency and improve quality.
Experience or familiarity withToyota Business Systems(Lean principles, 5S, Visual Management, Kaizen, etc.) is highly beneficial.
Mechatronics backgroundis considered highly beneficial.
Commitment to compliance, safety, and continuous improvement.
Strong communicationand ability towork collaboratively in a team environment.
Preferred Qualifications
Associate degree in Engineering, Mechanical Technology, or a related field (Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics, or related).
2+ years' experience in a manufacturing or maintenance engineering environment.
Knowledge of GxP regulations and SOP compliance.
Soft Skills and Cultural Fit
Ability to learn quickly and adapt to changing environments.
Commitment to high‐quality work and continuous improvement.
Positive attitude and willingness to take on new challenges.
Familiar with reading technical drawings/interpretation.
What We Offer
Market-competitive salary and benefits package.
Opportunities for professional growth and development.
Inclusive and innovative work environment.
The chance to make a meaningful impact on global eye health.
All applicants need to have full Australia work rights.
See your impact at alcon.com/careers
Seniority level:Associate
Employment type:Full-time
Job function:Manufacturing and Engineering
Industries:Medical Equipment Manufacturing
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📌 Associate Engineer, Repair & Maintenance (Melbourne)
🏢 Alcon
📍 Melbourne