Location: Perth, WA Rate: Up to $110 per hour (dependent on experience) Type: Contract Duration: 12-month contract Hours: Monday to Friday About the Role We are seeking a Senior SCADA Controls Engineer to support a growing portfolio of renewable energy and power infrastructure projects.
This role will be responsible for the design, configuration, integration, and commissioning of SCADA and control systems across substations, solar farms, wind farms, battery energy storage systems, and associated power assets.
Key Responsibilities Design and develop SCADA and control system architectures Configure RTUs, HMIs, SCADA applications, and networks Develop functional design specifications and engineering documentation Support factory acceptance testing and commissioning activities Troubleshoot system performance issues during project delivery Coordinate with engineering, operations, technology, and project teams Develop standards and technical guidelines for SCADA systems Ensure quality and compliance requirements are met throughout project execution Mandatory Requirements 5+ years Electrical Control System experience in the power utility industry required.
Degree in Electrical, Electronics, Control Systems, or Mechatronics Engineering Experience with RTUs, HMIs, SCADA systems,



and industrial networks Experience with communication protocols including Modbus, DNP3, IEC104, and IEC***** Experience developing Functional Design Specifications (FDS) Strong understanding of network architecture and secure communications Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills Preferred Experience with Siemens A****, SEL RTAC, SICAM SCC, Ignition, or similar platforms Experience within utilities, power generation, transmission, or renewable energy sectors Knowledge of IEC***** programming and IEC***** cybersecurity standards Experience with inverter-based systems and BESS facilities RESPECTFULLY AUSTRALIAN WORKING RIGHTS ONLY For more information about this prospect, please click APPLY or contact Alvin on *********** or via email on **************************** DRD Group is a specialist recruitment provider renowned for recruiting quality project teams on major projects within the Energy, Resources, Defense, Renewables and Infrastructure sectors.
DRD Group embraces a diverse workforce culture and encourages female and Indigenous applicants to apply.
All work assignments are subject to successful completion of a medical, drug and alcohol screen plus verification of all original certifications and qualifications.

📌 Senior Scada & Controls Engineer (Perth)
🏢 DRD Group
📍 Perth