Jendamark Automation Pty

Basic Requirements Preferred Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related engineering discipline is preferred. Equivalent practical experience will also be considered.

Languages

• English – Read, write, and speak proficiently (required).
• German – Speak (advantageous).

Driver’s License

• Valid driver’s license with no restrictions.

Travel

• Willing and able to travel domestically and internationally as required.

Experience Required Experience

• Experience within industrial automation or special-purpose machinery.
• Strong technical background in mechanical and/or electrical engineering.
• Experience developing engineering concepts and technical solutions.
• Ability to interpret mechanical and electrical drawings.
• Experience preparing technical proposals and concept presentations.
• Working knowledge of CAD software (2D and 3D).
• Strong Microsoft Office skills (PowerPoint, Excel and Word).

Advantageous Experience

• Turnkey automation projects.
• Process engineering.
• Mechanical design.
• Sales engineering or technical customer support.
• Experience with EPLAN.
• German language proficiency.

Purpose of the Role

The Innovations Engineer develops innovative automation concepts and technical solutions that help customers solve complex manufacturing challenges while supporting Jendamark’s business growth. The role combines engineering, creativity and commercial awareness to deliver competitive solutions for global customers.

Main Responsibilities

• Develop innovative automation concepts and technical solutions in response to customer enquiries.
• Assist the sales team with technical consultations and solutions for customer inquiries.
• Partner with the Sales team during customer presentations, technical discussions and commercial negotiations.
• Establish concept designs based on solutions offered to customer.
• Develop process breakdowns and perform cycle time analyses.
• Performs CAD or process checks on existing facilities to determine capability of running new variants.
• Together with the sales engineer, prepare all the relevant documents for the hand over to the projects department and perform the technical part of the hand over.
• Prepare technical RFQs and engage suppliers to obtain quotations for specialised equipment.
• Continuously research emerging technologies, automation trends and innovative engineering solutions to strengthen Jendamark’s competitive offering.
• Research may include supplier engagement, industry conferences, trade exhibitions, technical publications and independent market research.
• Support the project team during design reviews and implementation.
• Assist with troubleshooting if need be.

Desired Knowledge Technical

• Automation systems
• Manufacturing processes
• CAD modelling
• Process optimisation
• Concept development

Behavioural

• Creative problem-solving
• Commercial awareness
• Customer focus
• Collaboration
• Strategic thinking
• Adaptability
• Communication skills
• Attention to detail
• Self-management

Key Performance Indicators

• Delivers innovative technical concepts that meet customer requirements.
• Produces accurate concept designs with minimal downstream design changes.
• Meets quotation and proposal deadlines.
• Contributes to successful project wins.
• Provides effective technical support throughout project execution.
• Demonstrates continuous innovation and improvement.
• Builds strong customer and supplier relationships.
• Maintains high technical quality standards.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Jendamark USA reserves the right not to make an appointment. Submission of an application does not guarantee an interview or employment offer. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you have not been contacted within three (3) weeks of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.