XPT Software Australia Pty Ltd | Contract
Melbourne, Australia | Posted on 07/30/2026
XPT SoftwareAustralia PTY Ltd, incorporated in ****, is a Software Services company
XPT works with topclients across Australia in Banking, Insurance, Telecom,Retail, Energy, Mining and Manufacturingdomains.
We have 120+technocrats in Australia working at our clientlocations.
XPT SoftwareAustralia is part of group companies which has globalpresence across India & Europe.
We have served100+ clients globally, fulfilling their onsite-offshoreneeds.
Job Description
JobDescription: OT Engineer (Electricity Distribution & Transmission)
Role Overview
The OT Engineer is responsible for designing,implementing, supporting, and optimizing Operational Technology systems thatenable the secure and reliable operation of electricity transmission anddistribution networks.
The role focuses on SCADA, EMS/DMS, substationautomation, communication networks, cybersecurity, and integration between OTand IT environments to ensure grid reliability, operational efficiency, and regulatorycompliance.
Key Responsibilities
Manageand support OT platforms including SCADA, ADMS, DMS, EMS, OMS, andHistorian systems.
Configure,maintain, and troubleshoot RTUs, PLCs, IEDs, HMI, and substationautomation systems.
Supportreal-time monitoring and control of transmission and distribution networkassets.
Performsystem upgrades, patching, testing, and deployment activities.
Network & Communications
ManageOT communication networks including MPLS, fiber, microwave, radio, andTCP/IP-based protocols.
Supportintegration of substations, distributed energy resources, and fielddevices.
Ensurehigh availability and resilience of OT communications infrastructure.
Grid Modernization &Integration;
Supportimplementation of Smart Grid, DER, AMI, and Energy Management initiatives.
Integrateoperational systems with enterprise applications and cloud platforms whererequired.
Participatein digital transformation and modernization programs.
OT Cybersecurity




Implementand maintain OT cybersecurity controls aligned with organizational andregulatory standards.
Supportvulnerability assessments, security monitoring, incident response, and auditactivities.
Ensurecompliance with industry regulations and cybersecurity frameworks.
Project Delivery
Participatein project design, architecture reviews, testing, commissioning, andcutover activities.
Developtechnical documentation, operational procedures, and support models.
Collaboratewith business, operations, engineering, and vendor teams.
Required Skills & Experience
Technical Skills
SCADA,EMS, DMS, ADMS, OMS platforms.
RTU,PLC, IED, HMI, and Substation Automation.
IEC*****, IEC ***************, DNP3, Modbus.
OTNetworking, TCP/IP, MPLS, Firewalls, VPNs.
PowerSystems and Electricity Network Operations.
OTCybersecurity and Network Segmentation.
MicrosoftWindows Server and Linux environments.
Industry Experience
5+years of experience in Utilities, Power, Energy, Transmission, orDistribution sectors.
Experiencesupporting transmission substations, distribution networks, or utilitycontrol centers.
Knowledgeof electricity market operations and grid reliability requirements isdesirable.
Qualifications
Bachelor'sDegree in Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications, Automation, ComputerEngineering, or equivalent.
Industrycertifications such as:
Cisco(CCNA/CCNP)
IEC***** Training
GICSP
Key Success Measures
Highavailability and reliability of OT systems.
Reducedoperational incidents and outages.
Successfulproject delivery within schedule and budget.
Compliancewith cybersecurity and regulatory requirements.
Effectivesupport of transmission and distribution operations.
Preferred Utility Experience
Powerlink, Energex,TransGrid, Western Power, CitiPower, Powercor, Jemena, SA Power Networks, orsimilar electricity utilities.
Experience with GE,Schneider, Siemens, Hitachi Energy, ABB, OSI, or Advanced DistributionManagement Systems (ADMS).
This profile is suitable forOT Engineers supportingElectricity Transmission, Distribution, ADMS, SCADA, Grid Modernization,and OT Cybersecurity programs.
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