PLC & Control Systems Engineer
Location:
Australia (Project-based travel may be required)
Employment Type:
Full-Time
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced
PLC & Control Systems Engineer
to join a growing engineering team delivering automation and control solutions across the
mining, power, and renewable energy sectors
.
This is an excellent opportunity for an automation professional with strong PLC programming and industrial control systems experience who enjoys working on complex industrial projects.
As part of a leading systems integration team, you will be involved in the design, programming, commissioning, and support of PLC-based automation systems for a variety of industrial applications.
Key Responsibilities
Design, develop, program, and commission PLC-based control systems.
Develop and modify PLC, HMI, and SCADA applications.
Configure, troubleshoot, and optimise industrial automation systems.
Participate in FAT, SAT, commissioning, and site acceptance activities.
Work closely with electrical, instrumentation, and project engineering teams.
Prepare technical documentation including functional design specifications, I/O lists,



testing procedures, and commissioning reports.
Provide technical support during installation, commissioning, and operational phases.
Ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, and in accordance with client specifications.
About You
To be successful in this role, you will have:
Degree in Electrical, Mechatronics, Control Systems, or Automation Engineering.
Proven experience working within the
mining
,
power generation
, or
renewable energy
industries.
Strong PLC programming and troubleshooting experience.
Experience with
Phoenix Contact PLCs (PLCnext)
is highly desirable and will be viewed favourably.
Experience integrating industrial control systems with SCADA and HMI platforms.
Solid understanding of industrial communication protocols such as Ethernet/IP, Profinet, Modbus TCP/IP, Profibus, or OPC.
Excellent fault-finding and commissioning skills.
Strong communication and problem-solving abilities.
Australian work rights and willingness to travel to project sites when required.
Highly Desirable

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