Technical Officer Robotics & Mechatronics

• Full-timeContinuing position

• Salary HEW6 17% Superannuation and Flexible Working Arrangements

• Based at theMelbourne CBDcampusbut may be required to work and/or be based at other campuses of the University

AboutThe Position

Under the general direction of the Technical Coordinator the Technical Officer delivers specialist operational support across robotics mechatronics and intelligent systems teaching and research environments (including laboratories project bays and maker or workshop areas).

The positionis responsible formaintainingequipment and software infrastructure providing user inductions and technical training ensuring safe and compliant facility operations and supporting practical classes student capstone projects and research prototype development.

Qualifications:A relevant tertiary qualification or relevant experience.
Desirable: Vendor microcontroller/robotics short courses. Basic electrical test/tag competency; first aid.

To be successful in this positionyoullhave:

• 23 years experiencein robotics/mechatronics;or closely related lab/technical environments supporting teaching and/or research.

• Technical breadth: working knowledge of robotics/mechatronics hardware (sensors actuators drivers motor control microcontrollers/PLCs) and integration practices including wiring power and basic PCB/breadboard prototyping.

• Software capability: practical experience with Linux (Ubuntu) ROS/ROS2 and Python for scripting datahandlingand simple control nodes; Git basics; familiarity with machine vision/ML toolchains desirable.

• Workshop skills: safe use and upkeep of rapid-prototyping tools (3D printers laser cutters small CNC) hand tools and test equipment (oscilloscopes logic analyzers DMMs).

• Safety & compliance:demonstratedability to author and implement SOPs SWIs RAs; strong understanding of OH&S in electromechanical settings (battery safety e-stop guarding LOTO basics).

• Service & communication: proven client-centric mindset with effective written/oral communication; ability to develop clear training materials and to support diverse cohorts.

• Values & inclusion:demonstratedalignment with RMIT values and commitment to inclusive respectful workplaces.

Please Note: Appointment to this position is subject to passing a Working with Children and National Police Check.

About theCollege

The STEM College holds a leading position andexpertisein the science technology engineering mathematics and health (STEM) fields.We are uniquely positioned to influence and partner with industry as never before.

The STEM College is a community of exceptional STEM researchers teachers inventorsdesignersandgame-changers supported by talented professional staff. We offer higher education programs across all STEM disciplines at the BachelorMasterand PhD levels and ensure our students experience an education that is work-aligned and life-changing.

The College is renowned for its exemplary research in many STEM areas including advanced manufacturing anddesign;computingtechnologies;health innovation and translationalmedicine;nano materials anddevices;and sustainable systems. Our brilliant researchers attract funding from government and industry sources.

Industry is at the heart of what we do. It ensures our research has real worldimpactand our students are truly work-ready.We haveestablishednew hubs of industry-connected digital innovation andendeavourand are engaging with global STEMorganisationsat scale.

Our diversity and shared values empower our work and we are proud of the Colleges inclusive caring culture. We offer a safe dynamic work environment and support every member of our community to achieve their potential. The College appointed Victorias first ever Dean of STEMM Diversity & Inclusion in 2020 and this role drives gender equitydiversityand inclusion strategies across the College.

The STEM College employs 1000 staff who deliver onshore and offshore programs to approximately20000 students.

We are here to positivelyimpactthe world and create the next generation of STEM leaders.