Electrical Engineer (Automation)
Core
Design, program, commission, and maintain control systems (PLC, SCADA, HMI) for industrial process plants and critical infrastructure.
Role type
Electrical Engineer (Automation)
Builds
Control systems for asphalt/bitumen plants, water/wastewater treatment, and tunnel control systems.
Domain
Industrial automation and process control
Required skills
PLC programming, SCADA/HMI platforms, functional design specifications, I/O scheduling, electrical drawings, FAT/SAT management, project cost monitoring, procurement coordination, industrial networks, motor control (VSDs, MCCs), instrumentation, AS/NZS 3000 knowledge, functional safety principles
Preferred skills
Plant upgrade/shutdown experience, project planning, risk management, mentoring
Technologies
PLC, SCADA, HMI, VSDs, MCCs
Responsibilities
Program and commission control systems; prepare functional design specs and electrical drawings; manage FAT/SAT and documentation; support plant upgrades and maintenance; coordinate electricians and subcontractors; monitor project costs and risks; support procurement; mentor junior members
Seniority
Mid-level to Senior, hands-on IC