Senior Control Systems Engineer

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SAFEgroup Automation (SGA), with a combined team of over 180 engineers, delivers a depth of experience to our clients and provides a wide range of career opportunities for our employees. We have built a successful business around using innovative technologies to provide custom solutions for those industries such as water and wastewater, utilities, infrastructure, manufacturing, and food and beverages. We are extremely proud of our client‑centric culture and providing clients with innovative solutions that make a real difference by improving production, efficiency, reliability, safety and cost savings.

About the Role

We are currently seeking an enthusiastic and qualified Senior Control System Engineer with at least 8 years experience in SCADA, PLC, Telemetry, and project execution, who can provide industry‑based knowledge and expertise to join our Brisbane office.

The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work in a dynamic team environment on a range of projects within different sectors. The Senior Control Systems Engineer is accountable for the delivery of complete automation solutions including project management, team leadership, client liaison, design, development, testing, commissioning and documentation.

This encompasses PLC, SCADA and other hardware/software systems, networks and technology for SGA clients.

About You

You will be degree qualified in Engineering having extensive work experience in control systems design, programming and commissioning

We will highly regard candidates with extensive skills and experience in Industrial Control and Automation (SCADA and PLC) including design, software development, testing and commissioning

PLC, SCADA, and HMI experience across the major Vendor platforms - Rockwell, Siemens, and Schneider

Candidates with experience in legacy control systems and experience with modernisation strategies will be highly valued

You will have widespread skills and knowledge in electrical design, fault finding and commissioning of industrial automation plants

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to engage effectively with a diverse range of internal and external stakeholders

Qualifications/Experience Required

Degree in Electrical or Electronics Engineering – recognised by the Institution of Engineers Australia as full chartered engineer

Registered Professional Engineer of Queensland or eligible for RPEQ (preferred)

Minimum of eight (8) years relevant Control Systems engineering experience, predominately in an industrial and consulting environment is expected

Permanent working rights in Australia

Why Join Us

At SGA, we are committed to fostering a culture that empowers our people, encourages sustainability, and promotes teamwork and work‑life balance. Our Mission is to raise the bar in engineering. For the successful candidate, the position will offer the opportunity to join a dynamic team developing leading solutions in industrial automation.

What We Offer You

An exciting opportunity to develop your career with ongoing training and mentorship

Leading automation technology

Exposure to innovative industry leading projects

Regular executive team exposure

A positive inclusive team culture

Flexible work options

Fun workspaces including games areas

Novated leases

Extended paid parental leave

Recruitment referral bonuses

Access to Employee Assistance Program

How to Apply

If you would like to be considered for this exciting role, please click “APPLY” to submit your resume and a cover letter via Seek, addressing how your experience and background meet the requirements listed above.

At SGA we strive to create a place where everyone has equal opportunity. We encourage applications from people of all ages, nationalities, abilities, and cultures - including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, the LGBTQI+ community and people living with disability.

Your application will include the following questions:

Have you completed a qualification in engineering?

How many years of design engineering experience do you have?

Have you worked in a role which requires fault finding experience?

Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?

Have you completed a tertiary qualification in instrumentation and control engineering?

How many years' experience do you have as a Control Systems Engineer?

Do you have a current Australian driver's licence?

Have you completed a qualification in electrical engineering?

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