Job Description
Location: Truganina VIC + site-based work across Australia
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Employment Type: Full-Time
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About the Role
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We are seeking an experienced Controls & Automation Engineer to deliver end to end electrical and automation solutions across major industrial and material handling projects. This is a hands‐on role covering the full project lifecycle—from design and programming through to testing, commissioning, and startup—working closely with internal teams and stakeholders.
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Key Responsibilities
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Design, develop, program, and modify PLC software using Siemens and Allen Bradley (Rockwell) platforms
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Develop PLC logic, HMI interfaces, and communication links between PLCs and SCADA systems
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Configure and integrate automation equipment including motors, VFDs, encoders, and sensors
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Support shop‐floor testing, on‐site installation, startup, and commissioning activities
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Provide technical guidance and support to technicians during installation and commissioning
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Participate in remote support activities for troubleshooting and system optimization
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Coordinate proactively with project managers, engineers, technicians, suppliers, and site personnel
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Qualifications
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Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation, Electronics, or a related discipline
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4+ years' experience in automation design, PLC programming, and commissioning
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Proven delivery of automation projects within material handling, manufacturing, process, packing lines, or machine‐building environments
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Robust experience with Siemens and/or Rockwell PLC, HMI, and VFD systems
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Ability to read and produce electrical drawings, ideally using EPLAN
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Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to engage effectively with stakeholders
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Only candidates with the right to work in Australia will be considered. (Australia Citizen, PR Holder, or Valid Australia working VISA)
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