Mechanical Engineer – Precision Equipment Maintenance

About the role

The Mechanical Engineer will work under the Engineering/Process Improvement Manager to maintain, install, adjust and optimise precision manufacturing equipment. The focus is on mechanical systems, reliability and performance within a leading electronics materials company.

Key responsibilities

• Perform preventive, corrective and predictive maintenance on laser cutting, film casting, film cutting, mixing & dispensing, and automated visual inspection (AVI) systems.
• Diagnose and resolve mechanical, pneumatic and basic electro‑mechanical issues to minimise downtime.
• Conduct root‑cause analysis of equipment failures and implement corrective actions.
• Set up, fine‑tune and calibrate machines to meet production specifications, ensuring accuracy, repeatability and consistent quality.
• Optimise machine parameters to improve process stability and efficiency.

Required profile

• Experience with precision manufacturing equipment in an electronics or related environment.
• Ability to perform preventive, corrective and predictive maintenance tasks.
• Strong troubleshooting skills for mechanical, pneumatic and electro‑mechanical systems.
• Proficiency in machine setup, adjustment and calibration.
• Capability to analyse equipment failures and apply corrective measures.

Required skills

• Laser cutting machines
• Film casting and film cutting equipment
• Mixing and dispensing systems
• Automated visual inspection (AVI) systems
• Mechanical troubleshooting
• Pneumatic system maintenance
• Basic electro‑mechanical diagnostics
• Calibration and precision adjustment