Picnic Foods (previously trading as Picnic Dairy Foods) manages the brands Sahara Dairy, Sahara Gourmet, Melba Cheese Co, Elasu, Dairytonic and more. We are regular DIAA award winners and boast one of the most unique, largest and most diverse ranges of Middle‑Eastern and Halal certified dairy product lines throughout Australia. Our factory requires an Electronic Engineering Technician to support our electronic systems and manufacturing equipment. This role focuses on ensuring our electronic machinery and equipment used in our factory operate accurately and reliably.
Key Duties & Responsibilities:
* Set up, test, calibrate, and maintain electronic control systems, sensors, PLCs, HMIs, VSDs, and instrumentation.
* Conduct detailed diagnostics on electronic faults in machinery, automation lines, and manufacturing equipment.
* Assist engineers in developing and modifying electronic equipment and control logic.
* Install and repair electronic circuits, boards, processors, and communication modules.
* Prepare documentation including test reports, calibration records, and maintenance logs.
* Perform routine preventive maintenance on electronic systems to minimise downtime.
* Assist with commissioning of new electronic systems and upgrades.
* Ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards for electronic equipment.
* Support integration of new technology, including IoT sensors, SCADA components, and automation enhancements.
* Collaborate with maintenance, production, and engineering teams to resolve electronic issues quickly.
* Strong understanding of electronic circuits, digital systems, PLCs, microcontrollers, and automation hardware.
* Ability to read and interpret electronic schematics, PLC diagrams, and wiring layouts.
* Skilled in use of electronic testing equipment (oscilloscopes, signal generators, logic testers).
* Experience with industrial automation or instrumentation is highly regarded.
* Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and fault‑finding capabilities.
Qualifications:
Diploma or equivalent qualification in Electronics Engineering Technology or related field, or at least 3 years experience with industrial electronic systems.
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