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Hardware / Network Engineer
Senior Control Systems Engineer
Hardware / Network Engineer
#34587
Remote / WFH
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Job Description
Primary Objective
As a Senior Controls Design Engineer, provide technical support to the project delivery teams by carrying out processes and tasks as assigned by the associated project lead or project manager. The Senior Control Systems Engineer will be involved in technical delivery of projects, including design (software & hardware), development, commissioning, and verification, validation activities as directed by the project manager.
Key AccountabilitiesSales & Marketing
Major Activities
Assist with the preparation of tender and quotation responses
Evaluate suitable solutions aligned to the segment, technology, and core technical competencies
Work with Account Managers as directed to identify and evaluate new opportunities within existing and new markets
Communicate identified potential opportunities to Account Managers and sales leads
Project Delivery
Major Activities
Lead development of PLC, SCADA, and HMI solutions utilising vendor-agnostic automation platforms
Assist with the development of reference designs and tested/validated design architectures to support project delivery methodologies
Share technical knowledge with project delivery teams across regions to develop accurate segment-specific solutions for customer requirements globally
Share experiences through technical retrospective/feedback sessions to improve operational effectiveness of delivery teams
Maintain awareness of project and task budgets (man-hours for design, documentation, programming, installation, and commissioning effort) to ensure scope is delivered within allocated financial and schedule constraints
Develop proof-of-concept (POC) lab setups for internal training of junior engineers and customer engagement purposes
Work closely with bid managers to mitigate technical risks in opportunities
Perform FAT, SAT, and commissioning activities on site to meet customer and project requirements
Execute tasks related to the technical scope of projects in delivery
Technical Assistance
Major Activities
Provide engineering advice and support to resolve technical issues
Work with assigned project teams to develop engineering solutions that meet customer requirements
Provide on-call services and maintenance support via call-out roster for SLA customers
Travel to customer sites as required to support project discussions, site investigations, audits, and develop cost-effective solutions under guidance of lead engineers and project managers
Provide input into optimisation of existing deployed solutions during upgrades or as requested by customers
Work Health and Safety
Major Activities
Responsible for own safety and the safety of others
Ensure safety of the community, workforce, and contractors is not compromised
Promote Zero Harm and adhere to safety policies and procedures at all times, including client site requirements
Ensure compliance with company and client OH&S policies and procedures
Challenges
Maintain a high level of professionalism with internal and external stakeholders
Develop skills across multiple engineering platforms and propose training requirements as part of development plans
Adapt prior experience into new contexts, including different industries and automation technologies
Support continuous improvement in project delivery processes
Work closely with project delivery teams to ensure solutions are economically viable for customers
Build and maintain effective working relationships while balancing multiple stakeholders
Perform site commissioning of control systems where quality, reliability, and performance are key KPIs
Key RelationshipsInternal
Build working relationships with service delivery site staff through system assessments, implementation of improvements, and ongoing support
Engage with engineering colleagues to further develop technical capability
External
Build working relationships with clients to ensure successful project delivery within defined constraints
Respond to customer requests in consultation with senior engineers, project managers, and operations managers
Support clients by understanding their business needs and drivers
Decision Making AuthorityIndependent
Provide technical support and advice related to project delivery and emerging technologies within scope of qualification and experience
With Input
Consult with Engineering Manager as required
Knowledge, Skills & ExperienceEssential
Tertiary qualification in Electrical, Electronics, Instrumentation, Automation, or related discipline
Australian Driver’s License
Right to work in Australia
Experience in designing, developing, and diagnosing PLC, RTU, HMI, SCADA, and network systems
As a Senior Controls Design Engineer, provide technical support to the project delivery teams by carrying out processes and tasks as assigned by the associated project lead or project manager. The Senior Control Systems Engineer will be involved in technical delivery of projects, including design (software & hardware), development, commissioning, and verification, validation activities as directed by the project manager.
Key AccountabilitiesSales & Marketing
Major Activities
Assist with the preparation of tender and quotation responses
Evaluate suitable solutions aligned to the segment, technology, and core technical competencies
Work with Account Managers as directed to identify and evaluate new opportunities within existing and new markets
Communicate identified potential opportunities to Account Managers and sales leads
Project Delivery
Major Activities
Lead development of PLC, SCADA, and HMI solutions utilising vendor-agnostic automation platforms
Assist with the development of reference designs and tested/validated design architectures to support project delivery methodologies
Share technical knowledge with project delivery teams across regions to develop accurate segment-specific solutions for customer requirements globally
Share experiences through technical retrospective/feedback sessions to improve operational effectiveness of delivery teams
Maintain awareness of project and task budgets (man-hours for design, documentation, programming, installation, and commissioning effort) to ensure scope is delivered within allocated financial and schedule constraints
Develop proof-of-concept (POC) lab setups for internal training of junior engineers and customer engagement purposes
Work closely with bid managers to mitigate technical risks in opportunities
Perform FAT, SAT, and commissioning activities on site to meet customer and project requirements
Execute tasks related to the technical scope of projects in delivery
Technical Assistance
Major Activities
Provide engineering advice and support to resolve technical issues
Work with assigned project teams to develop engineering solutions that meet customer requirements
Provide on-call services and maintenance support via call-out roster for SLA customers
Travel to customer sites as required to support project discussions, site investigations, audits, and develop cost-effective solutions under guidance of lead engineers and project managers
Provide input into optimisation of existing deployed solutions during upgrades or as requested by customers
Work Health and Safety
Major Activities
Responsible for own safety and the safety of others
Ensure safety of the community, workforce, and contractors is not compromised
Promote Zero Harm and adhere to safety policies and procedures at all times, including client site requirements
Ensure compliance with company and client OH&S policies and procedures
Challenges
Maintain a high level of professionalism with internal and external stakeholders
Develop skills across multiple engineering platforms and propose training requirements as part of development plans
Adapt prior experience into new contexts, including different industries and automation technologies
Support continuous improvement in project delivery processes
Work closely with project delivery teams to ensure solutions are economically viable for customers
Build and maintain effective working relationships while balancing multiple stakeholders
Perform site commissioning of control systems where quality, reliability, and performance are key KPIs
Key RelationshipsInternal
Build working relationships with service delivery site staff through system assessments, implementation of improvements, and ongoing support
Engage with engineering colleagues to further develop technical capability
External
Build working relationships with clients to ensure successful project delivery within defined constraints
Respond to customer requests in consultation with senior engineers, project managers, and operations managers
Support clients by understanding their business needs and drivers
Decision Making AuthorityIndependent
Provide technical support and advice related to project delivery and emerging technologies within scope of qualification and experience
With Input
Consult with Engineering Manager as required
Knowledge, Skills & ExperienceEssential
Tertiary qualification in Electrical, Electronics, Instrumentation, Automation, or related discipline
Australian Driver’s License
Right to work in Australia
Experience in designing, developing, and diagnosing PLC, RTU, HMI, SCADA, and network systems
