Automation & Service Engineer

Automation & Service Engineer 

NATEC Australia | South East Melbourne | Hybrid Work | Domestic & International Travel 

Are you a customer focussed Automation Engineer? We would love to meet you! 

NATEC Australia is seeking a motivated and technically capable Automation & Service Engineer to join our growing team. This is a hands-on role where you’ll design, develop, test, commission and support automation solutions for world-class food processing equipment, working with customers across Australia and internationally.  

As part of the global Hochland Group, NATEC Australia combines the agility of a local manufacturing business with the stability, expertise and opportunities of an internationally recognised organisation.  

About the Role 

Reporting to the Head of Project Management, you will play a key role in delivering automation and control solutions throughout the full project lifecycle, from design and development through to installation, commissioning and ongoing customer support.  

Key responsibilities include: 

• Designing and developing industrial control systems for automated food processing machinery 
• Programming and modifying PLC, HMI, SCADA and motion control systems 
• Conducting Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and Site Acceptance Testing (SAT) 
• Performing commissioning activities at customer sites 
• Troubleshooting and resolving electrical, control and automation issues 
• Providing technical support, upgrades and optimisation solutions for existing equipment 
• Collaborating with customers, project teams, suppliers and service teams to ensure successful project delivery 

About You 

To be successful in this role, you will bring: 

• A degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Automation or a related discipline 
• Experience designing, programming and commissioning industrial automation and control systems 
• Strong knowledge of PLC, HMI, SCADA and motion control platforms 
• Proven experience conducting FAT, SAT and commissioning activities 
• Excellent fault-finding and diagnostic skills across industrial machinery and control systems 
• The ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, technical drawings and engineering documentation 
• A strong understanding of machinery safety, electrical standards and WHS requirements 
• Excellent communication, problem-solving and stakeholder management skills.  

Why Join NATEC Australia? 

At NATEC Australia, you’ll work on innovative automation projects in a business that values technical expertise, practical problem-solving and continuous improvement. You’ll have the opportunity to: 

• Deliver complex automation projects  
• Work with leading food processing technologies 
• Be part of a collaborative and high-performing team 
• Access global expertise and development opportunities through the Hochland Group 
• Enjoy flexible hybrid working arrangements 
• Travel domestically and internationally to support exciting customer projects.  

Apply Now 

If you’re passionate about industrial automation and enjoy working across design, commissioning and customer support, we’d love to hear from you. 

Apply today and join NATEC Australia in delivering innovative automation solutions to customers around the world. 

Closing Date for Applications is Wednesday 12th August; however applications will be shortlisted as they are received.