Control Systems & Automation Engineer

Build, Program, Commission and See Your Work Come to Life

AMC Electrical & Automation is a growing, family-owned industrial electrical and automation company based in Griffith, NSW.

We deliver practical automation solutions across manufacturing, food and beverage processing, wineries, packing facilities, agribusiness and specialised industrial projects throughout the Riverina and beyond.

We are seeking an experienced Control Systems & Automation Engineer who can take projects from initial scope and design through to programming, testing, commissioning and handover.

This is a practical, hands-on role offering genuine ownership of projects. You will not be limited to one isolated stage of the engineering process or spend every day doing the same thing.

One week you may be developing PLC and HMI software for a new machine or process. The next, you could be commissioning a control system, integrating equipment, upgrading a legacy PLC or troubleshooting a complex industrial breakdown.

The Role

Working closely with our Managing Director, electricians, clients and suppliers, you will help design, develop, program and commission industrial automation and control systems.

Your responsibilities may include

- PLC programming, modification and fault finding

- HMI and SCADA development

- Control-system design and architecture

- Developing functional descriptions and control philosophies

- Legacy PLC upgrades and system migrations

- Reviewing existing programs and rationalising old code

- Industrial communications and network integration

- Modbus TCP/IP, Ethernet/IP and similar industrial protocols

- VSD, instrumentation, sensor and field-device integration

- Machine and process automation

- Existing plant upgrades and reliability improvements

- Factory testing and site commissioning

- Supporting complex industrial breakdowns

- Producing clear technical documentation and project records

- Working with our electrical team through installation and commissioning

You will be involved in real projects from concept through to completion and will see the finished systems operate.

What We Are Looking For

We are looking for someone with genuine,



practical industrial automation experience.

You should be able to demonstrate experience in several of the following areas:

- PLC programming and commissioning

- HMI or SCADA development

- Industrial control systems

- Machine or process automation

- Electrical and instrumentation systems

- Industrial networking and communications

- Live-site commissioning

- Complex fault finding and troubleshooting

- Working from drawings, site information and customer requirements

- Supporting electrical trades during installation and commissioning

Experience with platforms such as Rockwell/Allen-Bradley, Siemens, Schneider, Omron, Delta, AutomationDirect or similar will be highly regarded.

Experience involving robotics, machine safety, legacy PLC migrations, process control, instrumentation, IIoT, industrial networking or food and beverage automation would also be valuable.

The Right Person

This role would suit someone who:

- Can independently take ownership of technical problems

- Can turn a scope or control philosophy into working PLC and HMI software

- Is comfortable working in live industrial environments

- Communicates clearly with electricians, clients and suppliers

- Understands that commissioning is where the design and programming are proven

- Enjoys practical problem-solving and varied project work

- Wants to help build and grow an automation business

This is an experienced position and is not suitable for an entry-level applicant requiring close supervision.

Qualifications

We are open to candidates from different technical backgrounds, including:

- Electrical, mechatronics, automation or control systems engineers

- Experienced automation or controls technicians

- Industrial electricians who have progressed into PLC and automation engineering





- Control systems professionals with strong practical industry experience

A relevant degree is highly regarded; however, proven capability and real-world experience are equally important.

Applicants must have

- Current Australian working rights
- A current Australian driver’s licence

- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- The ability to work independently and within a small team
- A practical and solutions-focused approach

Why Join AMC?

AMC is not a large corporate engineering firm.

You will work directly with decision-makers, clients and tradespeople without unnecessary layers of management. You will be involved in the complete project lifecycle and have the opportunity to see your work operating in the real world.

We offer

- A negotiable package for the right candidate

- Diverse and technically interesting projects

- Genuine ownership of projects
- A mix of office, workshop and site-based work
- A supportive, family-owned business environment

- Ongoing professional development and supplier training

- Adaptable arrangements where project requirements allow

- Relocation assistance for the right candidate
- The opportunity to help shape and grow our automation division

Why Griffith?

Griffith offers the career opportunities of a strong industrial and agricultural region while maintaining a relaxed regional lifestyle.

The city provides comparatively lower housing costs, established schools and training options, sporting and recreational facilities, and a strong community centred around food, wine, sport and family.

For someone relocating, it offers the opportunity to build a technically rewarding career without lengthy daily commutes or large-city corporate pressures.

Employment Options

Full-time employment is preferred; however, part-time or contract arrangements may be considered for an exceptional candidate.

Apply

Apply through SEEK with your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your experience with PLC, HMI, SCADA and industrial automation systems.

Please also include your preferred employment arrangement and salary expectations.

Only applicants with current Australian working rights will be considered.

📌 Control Systems & Automation Engineer (Griffith)
🏢 AMC Electrical u0026 Automation
📍 Griffith