Project Engineer

Saunders Automation is a specialist electrical and control system engineering company that has extensive experience in the design, implementation and support of PLC, SCADA, DCS and RTU projects across multiple industries and geographical regions. 

We are in the process of expanding our team in support of our strong pipeline of work and are actively seeking a Project Engineer to join our Brisbane team.

 What We Offer

• Innovative Projects: Be part of groundbreaking projects that push the boundaries of operational technology.
• Collaborative Environment: Join a team of experts who thrive on collaboration, creativity, and a shared passion for automation.
• Professional Development: We believe in continuous learning. As a part of our employee benefits program, you’re eligible for training and development opportunities to enhance your skills and stay at the forefront of industry.

Overview

The role of the Project Engineer is to oversee and manage the technical and commercial aspects of the project. The Project Engineer ensures deliverables are met, that client relationships and communication are established, and good relationships maintained. The role includes, maintaining records and assist in maintaining and ensuring the overall health, safety and welfare of Personnel and visitors.

Responsibilities of the Role include:

• Organise and control the bookkeeping function of assigned projects.
• To process all documentation of assigned projects to ensure that all work is charged for correctly and that charges are invoiced, and that payment is received.
• To supervise other professionals to ensure projects meet all technical and commercial aspects i.e. deliverables and profit whilst maintaining appropriate records.
• To provide systems engineering assistance when needed

General

• Maintain a high standard of communication skills verbally and where necessary in writing for customer enquiries and orders. Email acknowledgement within 24hrs and responses within 48hrs of acknowledgement, unless otherwise agreed with customer.
• Maintain an understanding of the IMS procedures in alignment with the project life cycle.
• Ensuring that all purchases are authorised and that purchasing and accounting procedures are adhered to.
• Ensure that developed software code, electrical designs and hardware selection is in accordance with the project scope, customer (or Saunders where applicable) standards and industry best practise.
• Inspect and test the performance of subcontractors in purchasing.
• Ensure that system engineers working on each project are efficient and hours are monitored against the project budget.
• Ensure that when inspection, measuring and test equipment is used, the requirements for calibration and maintenance are adhered to.
• Ensure all project records of the department are indexed, filed and stored in a suitable environment.
• Ensure that job and department records are suitably backed up to the network.
• Ensure the records are controlled as per the IMS requirements.

 Your Background and Experience:

• Tertiary qualification in an engineering discipline or the Trade equivalent
• General WHS Induction for Construction (White card/Blue card)
• Enthusiasm for the role and commitment to continual improvement and growth of the business
• Innovative thinking and approach to commercial and technical aspects of project delivery
• Strong interpersonal skills and leadership skills.
• Good organisational skills.

Desirable          

• Functional safety certification (TUV in SIS or Machinery)
• NER / CPENG / RPEQ / RPEV

THE BENEFITS

• The opportunity to work on a unique industrial transformation project.
• Excellent work environment
• Market competitive salary
• Supportive Culture
• Cost of Living Discounts
• Wellbeing Leave Days
• Paid Parental Leave

At Saunders Automation IT we pride ourselves on the quality of work and our enjoyable work environment, with the majority of work being performed in an office environment or at local sites. We support and encourage our staff with ongoing professional development to further our business and the careers of our staff. If you meet the requirements above and would be excited to join our team, please submit your application with us.

Saunders embraces the values of an innovative and diverse workforce and recognises that inclusion sets everyone up for success. All suitably qualified or experienced applicants will be considered.

If you are ready to embark on an exciting journey with Saunders Automation, send your resume, highlighting your relevant experience as below.

HOW TO APPLY

Please click the apply button and upload a copy of your resume. The successful applicant will be required to provide contactable references, submit personal data for a criminal record check, and undergo a pre-employment medical, including a drug and alcohol test.

We appreciate the time and effort that goes into each application. Unfortunately, because of the volume of applications we receive, we aren’t able to respond to every application. We will contact any shortlisted applicants.