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Principal Automation Systems Engineer

Greenway, Australian Capital TerritoryFull-time$192k2026-10-30 → 2026-11-11

Core

Lead solution development, design, implementation, commissioning, maintenance, and defect rectification for SCADA and substation automation systems to ensure safety, reliability, and compliance.

Role type

Principal Automation Systems Engineer (Senior IC with team leadership)

Builds

SCADA and IEC 61850 substation automation systems for network augmentation and asset renewal

Domain

Energy distribution, electrical networks, industrial automation

Required skills

SCADA systems, IEC 61850, DNP3, Modbus, cyber security, networking, databases, HMI design, project management, strategic planning, electrical network protection

Preferred skills

Professional engineering membership, ACT registration

Technologies

SCADA, IEC 61850, DNP3, Modbus, HMI

Responsibilities

Lead and develop a high-performing SCADA and Automation team; Define and deliver the SCADA and Automation program of work; Develop, implement, and maintain SCADA and automation strategies and architectures; Oversee the design, commissioning, operation, maintenance, and performance of SCADA and IEC 61850 substation automation systems; Ensure system reliability, cyber security, compliance, and stakeholder engagement.

Seniority

Principal, hands-on IC with strategic leadership