About the position
We have an opportunity for a Junior Electronic or Mechatronic engineer to join our client in the irrigation and infrastructure space This role is someone who enjoys hardware and software development/embedded design. Our client is looking for young engineer that will be groomed to a service Field Engineer position and will be based in a factory for 6 Month as Maintenance Technician.
- Experience: Must have 3 years plus communication systems experience (Asii interface, H.M.I, Plc’s, Sensors, Limit switches. Basically, the communication between software and hardware).
- Must have a degree in Mechatronics Engineering.
- Agricultural/ machinery manufacturing background experience will be a plus (Irrigation systems experience).
- Ability to interpret and apply technical specifications as contained in technical drawings related to the specific manufacturing environment.
- Ability to read and practically apply electrical details (as contained in technical drawings) in the installation process as it relates to the specific job.
- Ability to identify machine electrical faults and allocate the right resources to remedy the faulty.
Troubleshoot and Repair Electronics Systems, Machinery and Product on Site
- Test and repair production electronic systems or instruments.
- Run tests or fault diagnostics on equipment to locate and address a problem, order parts if needed, and replace or repair parts.
- Reassemble circuit boards, motor components, or other structures within a system.
Install New Electronic Equipment and Components
- Set up and run initial tests on new electronic systems or equipment.
- Create prototypes, identify and avoid potential issues, and calibrate equipment as needed.
- Follow wiring diagrams, drawings, and schematics to ensure that all systems are installed correctly.
Update Software and Run Tests on Existing Equipment
- Upgrade software and run software tests on existing electronic systems.
- Maintain detailed records of validity tests and upgrades performed.
Perform Preventative Maintenance
- Perform routine, regularly scheduled preventive maintenance on electronic equipment to avoid issues and potential down time.
- Keep a log of maintenance tasks completed those scheduled to be performed again in future.
Maintain Reports and Manuals
- Keep logs of upgrades to preventive maintenance schedules and reports outline tests run, parts used, repairs completed, and troubleshooting steps followed.
- Regularly update manuals for electronic equipment and maintain parts inventory reports.
Travelling to Sites
- Travel from time to time to sites, inspecting equipment under guidance of the Field Service and Application Manager.
Research and Development
- Responsible for research and development in terms of electronic systems
- Troubleshoot and test functionality and effectiveness of electronics on machinery in the field.
Assisting and exploring the creation of new field application designs and updating existing designs (under the guidance of the Field Service and Application Manager)
Training of Dealers on Product Knowledge
- Will initially be responsible for training dealers in product knowledge along with Field Service Application Manager but eventually be solely responsible thereof.
Electronic Standards
- Maintain and adhere to the required Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s)
Health Safety and Industry Compliance
- Ensure all operations adhere to the relevant legislation, guidelines, and ISO requirements.
- Ensure that the company’s machinery and equipment comply with the OHS Act in terms of electricity standards.
- Ensure correct and safe operation of equipment and machinery by training other functionaries within the factory.
- Safely operate electronics with regards to equipment and product.
Personal Development
- Maintain electrical l, irrigation and product knowledge via on-going training, industry workshops and technical reading.
Desired Skills:
- Complex Problem Solving
- Judgment and Decision Making
- Operations Monitoring
- Systems Analysis
- Operations Analysis
- Quality Control Analysis
- Critival Thinking
