Introduction

Optrix, an innovative company in the industrial software market, seeks a motivated and experienced person to work in the role of Applications Engineer.

The role includes responsibility for solutions delivery support, training, technical support and technical marketing support for our suite of software that delivers operational insights to industrial customers.
In this role, the successful applicant will be applying the latest technologies to industrial markets, in a rapidly expanding market. This is a creative role offering variety, flexibility and independence, with an opportunity for rapid career advancement.

NOTE: To clarify, this role is focused on ‘applications’ in terms of applying software to industrial systems. This role has nothing to do with creating ‘apps’ on mobile devices.

Who Is Optrix

Optrix is a highly innovative software company located in Shellharbour, NSW. We have developed a software suite called ARDI, which focuses on consolidating and visualising real time process data. The suite utilises leading edge technologies such as Augmented Reality, Virtual Reality and Artificial Intelligence to deliver a range of benefits associated with understanding and analysing data to improve customer outcomes.

ARDI is configurable and flexible, and can be applied to deliver customer-specific objectives. For more information relative to ARDI, please refer to www.ardi.com.au

The Role

We are seeking an Applications Engineer who can support and assist both customers and partners to develop applications using ARDI.

The person must demonstrate a solid capabilities in applying real time data to deliver operational understanding. The candidate should have experience with the technology used in automation systems, such as automation controls, historians, SCADA systems and other IIOT components They will be experienced with control system data interfaces such as OPC (UA or DA).

The person must be able to review customer objectives, and understand what data is needed to deliver results.

Familiarity with Python and reporting products will be needed, but training can be provided. Exposure to AI, modelling and simulation tools are also advantageous for this role.

Work Summary

  • Design general system architectures and deploy ARDI, including setting up connections to real time data.
  • Build demonstrations to support marketing needs.
  • Configure trial and example applications for customers and internal use.
  • Be able to respond to customer or partner enquiries on how to use ARDI for their applications.
  • Be involved in projects, providing hands on deployment skills.
  • Support technical training.
  • Perform testing and provide feedback to developers.

Benefits

  • Work in the rapidly expanding Operations Technology market, with hands on experience with AI, Augmented Reality and other leading-edge technologies.
  • Work with a rapidly growing company where you can quickly enhance your skills and grow your career.
  • Experience a wide variety of applications across many industries.
  • Remuneration consistent with the skills and experience of the applicant.
  • We are seeking a full time permanent engagement of 40 hours per week. We will consider reduced hours with flexibility matching company needs.

Requirements

  • Degree qualified in an engineering or computer science discipline, or extensive hands-on experience in an Operations Technology role.
  • Minimum five years’ experience working in industrial markets.
  • Good written and verbal English communication skills
  • Able to work in Australia.

Location

The position offers flexibility in hours including WFH/remote where the person has demonstrated their solid application capability using ARDI.

If not close to our office, we would prefer that the candidate resides on the east coast of Australia, ideally within commuting distance of a capital city.

For personnel who need to develop their capability, they would need to be in the Shellharbour office most days.

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