Mechanical Assembly Technician

Hetech is a Brisbane-based electronics design and manufacturing company with more than 30 years’ experience delivering high-quality, customer-specific electronic solutions.

We are seeking a skilled Mechanical Assembly Technician to join our team and contribute to the manufacture of high-quality electronic products and assemblies. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys hands-on work, takes pride in precision workmanship and has experience assembling mechanical components, enclosures and finished products.

About Hetech

For over three decades, Hetech has built a strong reputation for quality, innovation and excellent customer service. We design and manufacture electronic solutions for a range of industries and work closely with our customers to deliver products that meet their specific requirements.

For more information see our website www.hetech.com.au

What Hetech can offer

• Flexible and supportive working environment.
• Competitive salary package.
• Opportunities for learning, training and skills development.
• A collaborative team culture where quality and continuous improvement are valued.
• The opportunity to work on varied and technically challenging electronic products.

About the Role

The Mechanical Assembly Technician is responsible for assembling enclosures, mechanical components, modules and finished products in accordance with engineering drawings, assembly instructions and quality requirements.

The successful candidate will have strong practical assembly skills, excellent attention to detail and the ability to produce consistent, high-quality workmanship. Experience in electronics manufacturing is desirable but not essential.

You will work closely with production and engineering teams to ensure products are assembled accurately, efficiently and in accordance with customer, engineering and quality requirements.

Key responsibilities

• Assemble mechanical components, enclosures, modules and finished products.
• Install hardware, fasteners, brackets, panels and mechanical assemblies.
• Prepare, route and install cables, connectors and associated hardware in accordance with drawings and work instructions.
• Apply labels, adhesives and identification markings accurately.
• Use hand tools, power tools and torque-controlled equipment safely and effectively.
• Read and interpret mechanical drawings, assembly instructions and bills of materials.
• Inspect completed assemblies against drawings, specifications and work instructions.
• Identify and report assembly issues, defects or quality concerns.
• Apply specified torque settings and complete required production and traceability records.
• Follow ESD, FOD, safety and product-handling requirements.
• Conduct in-process and final visual checks against drawings, specifications and workmanship requirements.
• Perform rework and adjustments where required.
• Follow production procedures, work instructions and quality management systems.
• Complete assembly tasks safely, accurately and efficiently.

Essential Skills and Experience

• Previous experience in mechanical assembly, manufacturing or a similar hands-on production environment.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, assembly instructions and BOMs.
• Experience using hand tools, power tools and torque-controlled equipment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.
• Ability to accurately fit mechanical components, hardware and assemblies.
• Good problem-solving skills and the ability to follow documented processes.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Reliable, punctual and motivated with a strong work ethic.

Highly Regarded

• Experience working within an electronics manufacturing environment.
• Experience assembling electronic enclosures, equipment racks, modules or finished products.
• Experience with cable preparation, connector installation or wiring assemblies.
• Experience using measurement equipment such as verniers, calipers or gauges.
• Experience completing production and product traceability documentation.
• Experience working in defence, aerospace, medical or other controlled manufacturing environments.
• Familiarity with quality standards and controlled manufacturing processes.
• Experience working with precision mechanical assemblies.

How to apply

If you are looking for an opportunity to apply your electronics assembly skills in a quality-focused manufacturing environment, we would like to hear from you.

Please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience.