Control Systems Engineer

This is an exciting opportunity for an energetic Control Systems Engineer to join our client's team at Tonsley Innovation Hub, South Australia. This young and fast-growing business is focused on automating dosing systems for perfume and flavour factories, passionate about innovation and have a growing number of National and International global customers.

Reporting directly to the Managing Director and working along with the engineering team, the Control Systems Engineer will be responsible for: 

• Leading the development of PLC, HMI, and SCADA PC-based software solutions to create reliable and efficient Control Systems. 
• Take ownership of control system aspects within projects. Where required, lead a team of engineers to ensure technical excellence and successful project execution.
• Independently produce technical documentation including reports, specifications, procedures, and manuals to a high standard.
• Work closely with colleagues, clients, and other stakeholders to ensure effective communication, project alignment, and successful outcomes. 
• Participate in site visits and commissioning activities to ensure Control Systems operate as intended in real-world environments.

The ideal candidate will have:

• Degree in Computer Science, Mechatronics or Electrical Engineering.
• Strong PLC design/programming, HMI experience (Beckhoff, Allen Bradley, etc).
• Experience in electrical design and an understanding of hardware/software requirements and translation to associated documentation and drawings.
• Experience in designing, developing, and diagnosing PLC, HMI, SCADA, Ethernet, TCP/IP, CANopen
• Computer and network skills
• Database, Visual Basic and C# programming skills.

Personal capabilities include:

• Systematic approach to problem solving
• Organised
• Able to manage competing tasks and priorities
• Self-motivated
• Willingness to upskill
• Proactive in maintaining safe working practices
• Sound verbal and written communication skills
• Committed to providing excellent customer service

This is a permanent full-time position located at the Tonsley Park Innovation Hub,  requiring some flexibility for occasional overseas travel and some ‘outside of normal hours’ communication for global customers. 

Salary will be commensurate with your knowledge and experience.

Our client is committed to equal employment opportunity.

All enquiries please contact our Search Consultant:

Graham Parcell

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