Primary Objective
As a Senior Controls Design Engineer, provide technical support to the project delivery teams by carrying out processes and tasks as assigned by the associated project lead or project manager. The Senior Control Systems Engineer will be involved in technical delivery of projects, including design (software & hardware), development, commissioning, and verification, validation activities as directed by the project manager.
Key AccountabilitiesSales & Marketing
Major Activities
- Assist with the preparation of tender and quotation responses
- Evaluate suitable solutions aligned to the segment, technology, and core technical competencies
- Work with Account Managers as directed to identify and evaluate new opportunities within existing and new markets
- Communicate identified potential opportunities to Account Managers and sales leads
Project Delivery
Major Activities
- Lead development of PLC, SCADA, and HMI solutions utilising vendor-agnostic automation platforms
- Assist with the development of reference designs and tested/validated design architectures to support project delivery methodologies
- Share technical knowledge with project delivery teams across regions to develop accurate segment-specific solutions for customer requirements globally
- Share experiences through technical retrospective/feedback sessions to improve operational effectiveness of delivery teams
- Maintain awareness of project and task budgets (man-hours for design, documentation, programming, installation, and commissioning effort) to ensure scope is delivered within allocated financial and schedule constraints
- Develop proof-of-concept (POC) lab setups for internal training of junior engineers and customer engagement purposes
- Work closely with bid managers to mitigate technical risks in opportunities
- Perform FAT, SAT, and commissioning activities on site to meet customer and project requirements
- Execute tasks related to the technical scope of projects in delivery
Technical Assistance
Major Activities
- Provide engineering advice and support to resolve technical issues
- Work with assigned project teams to develop engineering solutions that meet customer requirements
- Provide on-call services and maintenance support via call-out roster for SLA customers
- Travel to customer sites as required to support project discussions, site investigations, audits, and develop cost-effective solutions under guidance of lead engineers and project managers
- Provide input into optimisation of existing deployed solutions during upgrades or as requested by customers
Work Health and Safety
Major Activities
- Responsible for own safety and the safety of others
- Ensure safety of the community, workforce, and contractors is not compromised
- Promote Zero Harm and adhere to safety policies and procedures at all times, including client site requirements
- Ensure compliance with company and client OH&S policies and procedures
Challenges
- Maintain a high level of professionalism with internal and external stakeholders
- Develop skills across multiple engineering platforms and propose training requirements as part of development plans
- Adapt prior experience into new contexts, including different industries and automation technologies
- Support continuous improvement in project delivery processes
- Work closely with project delivery teams to ensure solutions are economically viable for customers
- Build and maintain effective working relationships while balancing multiple stakeholders
- Perform site commissioning of control systems where quality, reliability, and performance are key KPIs
Key RelationshipsInternal
- Build working relationships with service delivery site staff through system assessments, implementation of improvements, and ongoing support
- Engage with engineering colleagues to further develop technical capability
External
- Build working relationships with clients to ensure successful project delivery within defined constraints
- Respond to customer requests in consultation with senior engineers, project managers, and operations managers
- Support clients by understanding their business needs and drivers
Decision Making AuthorityIndependent
- Provide technical support and advice related to project delivery and emerging technologies within scope of qualification and experience
With Input
- Consult with Engineering Manager as required
Knowledge, Skills & ExperienceEssential
- Tertiary qualification in Electrical, Electronics, Instrumentation, Automation, or related discipline
- Australian Driver’s License
- Right to work in Australia
- Experience in designing, developing, and diagnosing PLC, RTU, HMI, SCADA, and network systems
- Hands-on experience with SCADA systems such as Ignition, Siemens WinCC, Schneider EBO & PME, Tridium
- Experience in control system design, including hardware/software requirements and documentation
- Ability to interpret requirements and produce Functional Design Specifications (FDS), Interface Data Tables (IDT), IO summaries, cable and termination schedules
- Experience in risk and safety assessments for hazardous areas installation and commissioning
- Self-starter with strong customer service orientation
- Proactive in safe work practices
- Ability to manage competing priorities
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Systematic problem-solving approach
Desirable
- Qualification in Electrical, Power Electronics, Instrumentation, Automation, or related trade background
- Experience delivering projects in sectors such as data centres, concrete, food & beverage (breweries/distilleries), smart buildings
- Exposure to multi-vendor PLC/SCADA technologies
- Understanding of electrical design and requirement interpretation
- Relevant industry certifications
Physical Requirements of the Role
- Office-based work
- Site work including audits, servicing, installation, and commissioning
- Travel by car
Application Question(s):
- 5 - 10 years of strong experience as a Senior Controls Design Engineer providing technical support to the project delivery teams by carrying out processes and tasks is required, How many years of experience do you have?
- The job is onsite, are you in any of these locations: Perth, Brisbane, Melbourne, Sydney Australia, or Willing to relocate to the location (Which)?
- The role is urgent, how soon can you join?
- Are you legally authorized to work in Australia ( Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident Visa or Work Right) which?
- Age:
- Availability for Interview?
- Salary budget is 120k Aud/Per Annual is this okay by you.
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Brisbane QLD
