Technical Officer

Overview:

• Full-time, Continuing position
• Salary HEW 6 + 17% Superannuation and Flexible Working Arrangements
• Based at the Melbourne CBD campus, but may be required to work and/or be based at other campuses of the University

About The Position

Under the general direction of the Technical Coordinator, the Technical Officer delivers specialist, operational support across robotics, mechatronics and intelligent systems teaching and research environments (including laboratories, project bays, and maker or workshop areas).

The position is responsible for maintaining equipment and software infrastructure, providing user inductions and technical training, ensuring safe and compliant facility operations, and supporting practical classes, student capstone projects, and research prototype development.

Qualifications: A relevant tertiary qualification or relevant experience.

Desirable: Vendor microcontroller/robotics short courses. Basic electrical test/tag competency; first aid.

To be successful in this position, you'll have:

• 2–3 years' experience in robotics/mechatronics; or closely related lab/technical environments supporting teaching and/or research.

• Technical breadth: working knowledge of robotics/mechatronics hardware (sensors, actuators, drivers, motor control, microcontrollers/PLCs) and integration practices, including wiring, power, and basic PCB/breadboard prototyping.

• Software capability: practical experience with Linux (Ubuntu), ROS/ROS2, and Python for scripting, data handling and simple control nodes; Git basics; familiarity with machine vision/ML toolchains desirable.

• Workshop skills: safe use and upkeep of rapid-prototyping tools (3D printers, laser cutters, small CNC), hand tools and test equipment (oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, DMMs).

• Safety & compliance: demonstrated ability to author and implement SOPs, SWIs, RAs; strong understanding of OH&S in electromechanical settings (battery safety, e-stop, guarding, LOTO basics).

• Service & communication: proven client-centric mindset with effective written/oral communication; ability to develop clear training materials and to support diverse cohorts.

• Values & inclusion: demonstrated alignment with RMIT values and commitment to inclusive, respectful workplaces.

Please Note: Appointment to this position is subject to passing a Working with Children and National Police Check.

About the College

The STEM College holds a leading position and expertise in the science, technology, engineering, mathematics, and health (STEM) fields. We are uniquely positioned to influence and partner with industry as never before.

The STEM College is a community of exceptional STEM researchers, teachers, inventors, designers and game-changers, supported by talented professional staff. We offer higher education programs across all STEM disciplines at the Bachelor, Master and PhD levels, and ensure our students experience an education that is work-aligned and life-changing.

The College is renowned for its exemplary research in many STEM areas including advanced manufacturing and design; computing technologies; health innovation and translational medicine; nano materials and devices; and sustainable systems. Our brilliant researchers attract funding from government and industry sources.

Industry is at the heart of what we do. It ensures our research has real world impact and our students are truly work-ready. We have established new hubs of industry-connected digital innovation and endeavour and are engaging with global STEM organisations at scale.

Our diversity and shared values empower our work, and we are proud of the College's inclusive, caring culture. We offer a safe, dynamic work environment, and support every member of our community to achieve their potential. The College appointed Victoria's first ever Dean of STEMM, Diversity & Inclusion in 2020, and this role drives gender equity, diversity and inclusion strategies across the College.

The STEM College employs 1,000 staff who deliver onshore and offshore programs to approximately 20,000 students.

We are here to positively impact the world and create the next generation of STEM leaders.

To Apply

Please submit your CV and covering letter addressing the Key Selection Criteria for this position by clicking on the 'Apply' link at the top of this page.

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Job Description –

Technical Officer, Robotics and Mechatronics

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Applications Close:

25 Nov pm

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