? Brisbane, QLD | $165k–$187k + Super | Permanent Full-Time
About the Company
Our client is a growing Brisbane-based engineering and technical services company delivering electrical and control systems projects across manufacturing, industrial refrigeration, fuel terminals, mining and general industry.
Their engineers stay closely involved with projects from
design through to commissioning
, supported by an experienced in-house electrical and technical team.
Due to continued growth, they are seeking a
Senior Control Systems Engineer
to support industrial automation projects.
About the Role
This is a
hands-on automation role
focused on PLC programming, control systems integration and commissioning.
You will work across the full lifecycle of projects, from design and configuration through to testing and troubleshooting in the field, while mentoring junior engineers.
Key Responsibilities
Design and implement
industrial control systems and automation solutions
Develop and configure
PLC and SCADA systems
(Siemens or Rockwell preferred)
Prepare functional specifications, work packs and engineering documentation
Support commissioning, troubleshooting and system upgrades on site
Integrate PLCs, VFDs, instrumentation and industrial networks
Participate in FAT, SAT and site testing activities
Work closely with technicians and electricians during installation




Mentor junior engineers and review technical deliverables
Assist with technical scoping and project planning
Additional Information
Employment type:
Permanent, full-time
Location:
Brisbane, QLD
Travel:
Mostly local site visits with occasional regional travel
Working rights:
Full Australian working rights required (no visa sponsorship)
About You
6–10+ years experience in
industrial control systems or automation engineering
Strong
PLC programming experience
Experience with SCADA or HMI platforms
Hands-on commissioning and troubleshooting experience
Ability to interpret electrical drawings and engineering documentation
Comfortable working directly with site teams and technicians
Qualifications
Bachelor of Engineering (Electrical, Mechatronics or similar)
RPEQ, CPEng, or working toward registration preferred
Valid driver's licence
Full Australian working rights required
Nice to Have
Ignition SCADA experience
Hazardous area exposure
Experience in mining, manufacturing or industrial facilities
Exposure to technical scoping or project estimation
What's on Offer
Salary $165k–$187k + super
Opportunity to work on diverse industrial automation projects
Exposure to full lifecycle engineering delivery
Growing engineering team with solid technical capability
Pathway toward
technical leadership or engineering management

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