Design & Project Engineer - Robotics & Automation
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 own the mechanical design of automation and robotic projects and coordinate their delivery from concept to install.
What you'll do
Concept, design and detail the mechanical content of robot cells and automation systems: fixtures, grippers, frames, conveyors and guarding
Coordinate projects end to end, including planning documents, timing, budgets, progress meetings and customer updates
Work with internal and external mechanical and electrical designers
Make sure designs meet Australian machinery safety standards and customer requirements




Provide mechanical input to quotes and assess new opportunities at the pre-sales stage
Support installs on site, with interstate and international travel as needed
About you
Degree in Mechanical or Mechatronics Engineering, or similar
5+ years' engineering experience, including mechanical design for automation or robotic systems
Experience managing automation projects, from design through to installation
Robust knowledge of Australian machinery safety standards (AS ****)
3D CAD proficiency (SolidWorks, Inventor or similar)
Confident dealing with clients at all levels
Background with a system integrator, machine builder or special-purpose machinery manufacturer highly regarded
Why apply
$110k-120k base + super
Varied work on real robotics and automation projects
A role that mixes design and project ownership
Interstate and international travel
A stable, established business with a tight-knit projects team
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📌 Design & Project Engineer - Robotics & Automation (Melbourne)
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