About the Opportunity

Our client is an established electrical, automation and industrial services company based in Melbourne South, delivering automation and control solutions to a range of industrial manufacturing businesses across Melbourne.

Working with local, national and global FMCG brands , the company delivers PLC upgrades, automation projects, control panel builds, systems integration and ongoing technical support across a variety of manufacturing environments.

Due to continued growth and project requirements, they are seeking an experienced Automation Engineer to join their team on a full‑time permanent basis .

About the Role

- This is a hands‑on position working across a variety of client sites, primarily throughout Melbourne's South‑East , with occasional travel to the North‑West.
- You will be involved in the design, programming, commissioning, troubleshooting and ongoing support of industrial automation and control systems.
- The successful candidate will enjoy working in a client‑facing environment and be comfortable troubleshooting and delivering practical automation solutions within manufacturing facilities.

Key Responsibilities

- PLC programming, upgrades and modifications
- HMI programming and configuration
- Automation and control system design
- PLC upgrades and automation improvement projects
- Control panel design and development
- Electrical design using AutoCAD or similar software
- Industrial network configuration and troubleshooting
- Systems integration and commissioning
- Fault finding and troubleshooting of automation systems
- Providing technical support at client sites
- Working closely with clients, engineers, electricians and production teams
- Preparing technical documentation and project information
- Ensuring all work is completed in accordance with safety, quality and client requirements

About You





We are looking for an experienced Automation Engineer with a strong background in industrial automation and control systems.

Essential Skills & Experience

- Proven experience in PLC programming
- Strong experience with Allen‑Bradley, Siemens and/or Omron PLCs
- Proficient in HMI programming
- Proven experience in automation and control system design
- Experience with industrial networks and systems integration
- Experience working within a systems integrator, OEM or end‑user environment
- Proficient in AutoCAD or similar electrical design software
- Strong fault‑finding and troubleshooting skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Strong problem‑solving and critical‑thinking abilities
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Strong commitment to safety, quality and teamwork
- Current or willingness to obtain a Police Check
- FMCG experience highly advantageous
- Manufacturing automation experience will also be considered
- Ignition SCADA experience
- A‑Grade Electrical Licence
- Experience with automation commissioning

Why Apply?

- Monday to Friday 7:00am - 3:30pm
- Work with a variety of established FMCG and manufacturing businesses
- Exposure to local, national and global brands
- Variety of automation and control projects
- Client sites primarily located across Melbourne's South‑East
- Occasional projects in Melbourne's North‑West
- Chance to work across PLC, HMI, SCADA, electrical design and systems integration
- Join an established and growing industrial services business

Pre‑Employment Requirements

The successful applicant must be willing to complete a pre‑employment medical, including drug and alcohol testing, and a police check. Applicants must have unlimited Australian working rights. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

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