About ICSION
ICSION is a family-owned company that manufactures high-quality medical products used in in vitro fertilisation (IVF). We design, manufacture and sell a range of glass micropipettes (micro tools with tips smaller than a hair) used by embryologists to help people achieve their dream of having a child.
Our products are manufactured in our state-of-the-art cleanroom facility in Thebarton, and are sold across Australia and internationally through a growing distributor network. As the business expands, we are seeking to invest in new custom equipment, improving processes and adopting technology to support scalable, high-quality production.
The Position
We are seeking an Engineer to join our growing team in a newly created role. This position will be critical to supporting the next phase of ICSION's growth and production expansion.
The role is hands-on and practical, working closely with production staff, management and external suppliers. It is ideally suited to someone who enjoys working with precision equipment, micro-manufacturing processes, optical systems and has experience with medical products.
This is a full-time position, although part-time may be considered for the right candidate. Remuneration will be linked to experience, capability and contribution.
Key Responsibilities
The Engineer will be involved in:
* Supporting the expansion of production capacity and manufacturing capability
* Developing, improving and validating manufacturing processes and equipment
* Assisting in the design, specification and implementation of new equipment and tooling
* Undertaking process and equipment validation, including documentation
* Maintaining and troubleshooting plant, machinery and production equipment
* Supporting research and development activities, including prototyping and testing and new products and equipment
* Preparing and maintaining technical documentation, work instructions and records
* Working within a regulated medical device environment with a strong focus on quality and consistency
Qualifications, Skills and Experience
This role is well suited to candidates with experience in precision or advanced manufacturing, including those who may have progressed from technician or production-focused roles into engineering.
Key attributes include:
* A qualification in Engineering (Mechanical, Mechatronics, Production, Biomedical or similar)
* Experience in manufacturing, production engineering or process engineering
* Strong hands-on capability with confidence in micro-machinery, precision equipment or specialised tooling
* Experience with software-controlled equipment, optical systems, automation or data-driven processes
* Exposure to process validation or equipment qualification
* Experience in medical devices and familiarity with ISO highly desirable but not essential)
* Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
* Strong problem-solving skills and sustained concentration
* Excellent communication and collaboration skills
* Ability to work effectively in a small, growing team
* Australian permanent working rights