Automation Electrician – Robotics & PLC

�� Clayton, VIC | �� Permanent, full time | �� $110,000 – $120,000 base super About the business

This is a well-established, Australian-owned engineering business with a long history of supplying advanced manufacturing technology. Its automation division designs and delivers robotic and automation solutions for manufacturers in Australia and overseas.

The role

Reporting to the Engineering Manager, you’ll be the electrical and programming specialist in the projects team, taking automation systems from the workshop to the customer’s site.

What you’ll do
Build and wire electrical control panels and do the field wiring for robot cells and automation systems
Set up robots and program robots and PLCs
Support the electrical design and documentation for projects
Install and commission systems on site, locally and occasionally overseas
Work with suppliers on components, lead times and cost




Give electrical and programming input in sales concept and project timing meetings
Provide technical support to branches, sales and customers

About you
A-grade electrical licence (essential)
PLC programming experience (Siemens, Allen-Bradley, Omron or similar)
Exposure to robot setup and programming (Fanuc, ABB, KUKA, Yaskawa or similar)
Experience in automation, machine building or industrial controls
Familiarity with Australian machinery safety standards
Able to work independently and happy to travel interstate and internationally

Why apply
$110k–$120k base super
Hands-on work with robotics and the latest automation technology
Variety: workshop, programming, site installs and travel
Training and growth in robot and PLC programming
A secure, established business with a tight-knit projects team

Apply now or contact Josh Callirgos at @ampersand.com.au

📌 Automation Electrician Robotics & Plc Melbourne
🏢 Ampersand
📍 Melbourne