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Shape the Future of Automation. Join a pioneering team that is building world-first automation solutions for some of Australia's most iconic manufacturers.
This is an exciting opportunity for a Senior Control Engineer to join a forward-thinking, innovation-led organisation that thrives on solving complex automation challenges. Due to continued growth and demand across national and international projects, we are recruiting for a Senior Control Engineer to play a key role in designing and delivering cutting-edge control systems.
What's on Offer
Join a respected leader in industrial automation
Work on cutting-edge, high-impact engineering projects
Dynamic, collaborative, and innovation-driven environment
Excellent salary package and long-term career growth opportunities
About the Company
With over 650 bespoke solutions delivered across major brands, they are expanding their Sydney-based engineering team and seeking a Senior Controls Engineer to help lead and shape world-first automation projects.
This is not a role for someone looking to work on templated systems. Our client operates in the realm of tailored, high-complexity projects, and they are re looking for a hands-on technical leader with a passion for innovation and detail.
About the Role
As a Senior Controls Engineer, you will design, program, and integrate industrial automation systems from concept to commissioning. You will work on cross-platform PLC and HMI development, vision systems, motion control, and robotic programming, often involving ABB and KUKA robots in advanced production environments.
Key Responsibilities
Develop and implement automation and control systems for bespoke machinery and robotic cells
Program Rockwell and/or Siemens PLCs and develop HMIs
Perform robotic programming (ABB and/or KUKA essential)
Integrate and troubleshoot vision systems - including Cognex, Micro-Epsilon, or Mech-Mind
Create detailed electrical schematics and lead component selection
Ensure full compliance with Australian Safety Standards (AS4024)
Deliver complex automation projects across varied industries
Mentor junior team members and collaborate closely with mechanical, electrical, and software teams
About You
Minimum 5 years' experience in controls engineering across programming, PLCs, HMIs, and vision integration
Proven capability with Rockwell and/or Siemens PLCs
Robot programming experience with ABB and/or KUKA is essential
Strong experience with vision systems, ideally Cognex, Micro-Epsilon, Mech-Mind
Skilled in electrical schematic design and component selection
Experience delivering diverse and bespoke automation projects from scratch
Familiarity with a broad range of industrial communication protocols
Autonomous project leadership skills and the ability to mentor others
If you are a driven Senior Controls Engineer ready to take your career to the next level, we want to hear from you. Apply now or reach out to Jolene Laureau for a confidential discussion -
Seniority level
Seniority level Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Employment type Full-time
Job function
Job function Engineering, Manufacturing, and Supply Chain
Industries Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage and Warehousing and Storage
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