About Us

Solid Steel Frames Pty Ltd is an Australian private company based in the ACT, established in 2025 to deliver precision-engineered light steel framing solutions for the residential and commercial construction sectors. We operate advanced automated roll-forming and fabrication systems, and our production environment is built around efficiency, consistency, and strict adherence to Australian Standards including AS/NZS 4600 and the NASH Standard for residential and low-rise steel framing.

As our manufacturing capability expands, we are seeking an experienced Automation and Control Engineer to support the design, integration, performance and continuous improvement of the production equipment and automated systems used in our operations.

to take ownership of the control systems, automation infrastructure, and continuous improvement initiatives that underpin our production operations.

Position Overview

The Automation and Control Engineer will analyse, design, integrate and improve the automated equipment and production systems used within our steel-frame manufacturing facility.

will plan, direct and coordinate the design, construction, modification, continued performance and maintenance of automated equipment and machines within our steel frame production facility. You will determine and plan the layout of equipment and machines in the plant, develop and implement strategies to improve production efficiency, and coordinate the construction, modification and maintenance of automated systems. You will also identify and resolve technical issues in the production environment and support the secure interaction of personnel and automated equipment.The role will evaluate equipment layout, system capacity, production workflow, operational performance and maintenance requirements to improve plant efficiency, equipment reliability, product consistency and workplace safety. The successful candidate will also support the specification, programming, testing, commissioning and modification of industrial control systems and automated manufacturing equipment.

Key Responsibilities

- Analyse production requirements, equipment capacity, operational data and production schedules to identify opportunities for improved plant and equipment efficiency.
- Determine and optimise the layout and integration of roll-forming, cutting, punching and material-handling equipment, including associated material flows and control infrastructure.
- Develop functional requirements, engineering specifications and technical documentation for automated production equipment, control systems and plant modification projects.
- Design,



configure, program, test and commission PLC or comparable industrial control systems, HMI/SCADA applications, safety interlocks and industrial communication networks.
- Review control-system architecture, equipment interfaces, input/output requirements and vendor technical documentation.
- Identify and resolve faults, production interruptions and performance issues affecting automated equipment and control systems.
- Plan and coordinate the installation, construction, modification, testing and commissioning of production equipment and automated systems.
- Develop and implement engineering strategies to improve production efficiency, system reliability, workflow and product consistency.
- Establish engineering procedures and standards for equipment installation, modification, quality control, testing, inspection and preventive maintenance.
- Inspect plant, production equipment and control systems to ensure optimum performance and compliance with engineering specifications and safety requirements.
- Coordinate the maintenance requirements of production equipment, automated systems and associated control infrastructure, including preventive maintenance schedules and fault diagnosis.
- Plan and coordinate manufacturing activities within the scope of the role, including workflow optimisation, equipment integration and technical support for production scheduling.
- Prepare and maintain engineering documentation, including functional descriptions, equipment layouts, control narratives, test procedures, commissioning records and maintenance requirements.
- Conduct engineering risk assessments and implement controls for the safe interaction of personnel with automated equipment.
- Provide technical guidance and training to production and maintenance personnel in relation to automated equipment and control systems.
- Key Responsibilities

- Determining and planning the layout of equipment and machines in the production plant.
- Developing and implementing strategies to improve the performance and efficiency of production and plant activities.
- Coordinating the construction, modification and maintenance of equipment and machines in the production facility.




- Identifying and resolving technical issues and problems in automated production systems.
- Planning, directing and coordinating the design, construction, modification, continued performance and maintenance of automated equipment and machines.
- Designing, programming and commissioning PLC, HMI and SCADA control systems for roll-forming, cutting, punching and material handling equipment.
- Managing the management and planning of manufacturing activities, including production scheduling, workflow optimisation and system integration.
- Inspecting plant to ensure optimum performance is maintained in accordance with engineering principles and safety regulations.
- Directing the maintenance of plant buildings, equipment and control infrastructure, including preventive maintenance schedules and fault diagnosis.
- Supporting the safe interaction of personnel and equipment in production activities, including risk assessment and control of at-risk behaviours and situations.
- Collaborating with production, maintenance and management teams to implement automation upgrades and capital projects.
- Ensuring compliance with work health and safety regulations, Australian Standards, and company policies.

Requirements

- Bachelor degree or higher qualification in Engineering (Automation, Control, Electrical, Mechatronic or related discipline).
- Proven experience in automation and control engineering within a manufacturing or industrial production environment.
- Strong working knowledge of PLC programming (e.g., Siemens, Allen-Bradley, Omron), HMI/SCADA systems, and industrial networks.
- Experience with automated roll-forming or steel framing production systems is highly advantageous.
- Demonstrated ability to plan equipment layouts, develop efficiency improvement strategies, and coordinate maintenance activities.
- Strong fault-finding, troubleshooting and technical problem-solving skills.
- Knowledge of Australian Standards and work health and safety requirements applicable to industrial plants.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Current right to work in Australia.
- Registration or licensing may be required for this occupation.

What We Offer

- Competitive salary package: $100,000 – $150,000 per annum + superannuation
- Opportunity to build and optimise automation systems from the ground up in a growing ACT manufacturing operation.
- Professional development and career progression opportunities.
- Supportive and safety-focused team environment.
- ACT location with convenient access to Canberra and surrounding regions.

📌 Automation and Control Engineer (Australian Capital Territory)
🏢 Solid Steel Frames
📍 Australian Capital Territory