Senior Manufacturing Engineer

2 hours ago

Bayswater North, Victoria, Australia ANCA Pty Ltd Full time $80,000 - $120,000 per year
Senior Manufacturing Engineer
  • Optimise mechanical assembly processes for high-precision CNC machines
  • Lead process improvement initiatives to boost quality, efficiency, and throughput
  • Support new product introduction and production readiness
  • Collaborate across engineering, production, and quality teams to drive innovation
About Us

ANCA is a world-leading designer and manufacturer of high-quality CNC tool and cutter grinders.

Operating for over 40 years, we are a proud Australian company serving a global market with our range of innovative products and solutions. We design and manufacture machines that produce a wide range of tools and other components that contribute to almost everything you do in your daily life—from the smartphone you talk on, to the car that you drive.

Innovation and diverse ideas have always been part of ANCA's DNA. It's this culture that has seen us grow to over 1000 employees worldwide, with facilities in more than 12 countries

Position Overview

This role is ideal for a mechanically focused engineer who is passionate about improving assembly processes, supporting production, and driving quality and efficiency in a high-precision environment. You'll play a key role in optimising workflows, introducing new products to production, and implementing process improvements that reduce cost and improve reliability.

Key Responsibilities
  • Design, develop, and optimise mechanical assembly processes for CNC machines and subassemblies
  • Troubleshoot production issues and drive rapid problem resolution
  • Develop SOPs, assembly instructions, and production documentation
  • Improve workstation layout, tooling, and ergonomics
  • Collaborate with design engineering to support manufacturability and NPI
  • Lead pilot builds and validate tooling and fixtures
  • Conduct time studies, line balancing, and implement Lean and Six Sigma practices
  • Promote safety, compliance, and continuous improvement
  • Contribute to a positive, collaborative team culture
Candidate Profile

The successful candidate will possess a strong background in engineering, complemented by leadership qualities and a proactive approach to problem-solving.

Essential Qualifications & Experience:

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Mechatronics, Industrial, or Manufacturing Engineering
  • 5+ years in an engineering role with a strong focus on process improvement
  • Registered Professional Mechanical Engineer (Victoria)
  • Proficiency in CAD (e.g., NX, AutoCAD) and ERP systems
  • Strong knowledge of assembly, machining, and automation
  • Experience with Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies

Preferred Skills:

  • Green Belt or Black Belt certification
  • Experience in CNC machine assembly environments
  • Strong leadership potential and mentoring ability
  • Excellent problem-solving and cross-functional collaboration skills

Location and Salary

This position is based in Bayswater North. Salary details will be discussed during the interview process.

If you are ready to take the next step in your career and make a significant impact in a leading manufacturing environment, we encourage you to apply today

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