ART CNC (Advanced Robotic Technology) has been designing and building industrial CNC machinery in Australia for more than 25 years. From our facility in Coopers Plains, we engineer and manufacture advanced CNC routing, plasma cutting, fibre laser and robotic beamline systems that are used by manufacturers across Australia and internationally. We are not importers or resellers. We design, build, program, service and support our machines in-house, which means our customers deal directly with the engineers who actually develop the technology. Over the years we have introduced our own innovations, including servo-driven gantry systems, automatic tool changers, integrated extraction, machine vision and fully automated steel processing solutions. Our equipment supports a broad range of sectors, including cabinetmaking, aluminium fabrication, boat and ship building, plastics engineering, steel fabrication, HVAC manufacturing, architectural fabrication and education. Our focus is straightforward: build reliable, high-performance machines that help manufacturers produce faster, work to tighter tolerances, reduce waste and stay competitive. As we continue to grow our work in industrial automation, robotics and precision engineering, we are looking for a skilled Mechanical Engineering Technician to join our team.
Mechanical Engineering Technician — ART CNC (Advanced Robotic Technology)
Key responsibilities
- Assemble, fit and install new and modified mechanical assemblies, machine components, gantry motion systems, machine tool controls and hydraulic power systems used in our CNC routing, plasma, laser and beamline machines.
- Select the appropriate tooling, equipment and instrumentation required for each build, assembly and commissioning stage.
- Set up, perform and direct workshop and on-site tests on completed and modified machines, and support diagnostic and commissioning activity prior to dispatch.
- Estimate the material quantities, component costs and machine requirements needed to complete builds and modifications efficiently and within budget.
- Collect and analyse test and performance data, carry out the technical calculations involved in machine setup and alignment, and prepare supporting diagrams, sketches and reference documentation.
- Organise and supervise the inspection, servicing and preventative maintenance of machines, plant and workshop equipment to keep production running reliably.
- Verify that completed assemblies and finished machines meet our engineering specifications, relevant Australian standards, safety regulations and customer contract requirements before sign-off.
- Assist with fault-finding and rework on returned or in-service machines, and feed practical findings back into the design and build process.
- Liaise with the design, programming and service teams to ensure machines are tailored to real manufacturing requirements rather than generic specifications.
- Maintain accurate records of builds, tests, inspections and modifications, and observe all workplace health and safety procedures in the workshop and on customer sites.
Skills and experience
- An AQF Associate Degree, Advanced Diploma or Diploma in a relevant mechanical engineering or related discipline.
- At least one year of relevant experience.
Employment type: Full-time (approximately 38 hours per week)
Salary: $75,000 to $85,000 plus superannuation per annum
Personal attributes
- A methodical, problem-solving mindset and a willingness to investigate faults to their root cause.
- Good written and verbal communication skills, and the ability to work effectively within a team.
- Reliable, safety-conscious and able to manage competing priorities to meet production deadlines.
- Genuine interest in CNC machinery, automation and precision engineering, with a willingness to keep learning.
If you would like to join an established Australian manufacturer that genuinely designs and builds its own technology, we would like to hear from you.
Pay: $75,000.00 – $85,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
