Scada Project Engineer

We’re here to help people live well and create a better and more sustainable future. We support healthy and liveable communities by delivering water, sewerage and recycled water services to 1.77 million people who rely on us every day and every night. At South East Water, we innovate with purpose and act with care to deliver healthy water for life. Fresh thinking and collaboration are at the heart of our organisation. We are constantly learning, embracing the challenges of today and excited by the opportunities that tomorrow will bring. 

Reporting to the Treatments Plant Automation Team Leader, the SCADA Commissioning Engineer will work as part of a dedicated team delivering projects within the Operational Technology group.

In addition to providing technical advice and support on SCADA and control systems, you will actively participate in the design, implementation, handover and support of any projects that have an impact on the SCADA systems at our treatment plants and be responsible for integrating new upgrades into the SCADA platform to conform to SEW standards and integrate seamlessly with the rest of the hardware and software systems in a reliable manner.

With a degree in Electrical Engineering (or related field) and a minimum of 5 years’ experience in control networks and SCADA environments, the successful candidate will also be able to demonstrate:

• Exceptional communication skills: a high level of competency in creating documents with complex technical information, network and IT-related diagrams, and automation architecture. Ability to communicate with engineering staff, contractors, internal stakeholders, and operators.
• SCADA and associated Systems experience: Substantial engineering experience and advanced knowledge across a number of technologies, products, and platforms: SCADA Systems (in particular ClearSCADA and iFix), Data Historian (such as OSIsoft PI Historian), logic systems (such as ST and ladder) and industrial communications networks
• Process Control knowledge: Extensive experience in PLC/RTU installation and programming in the utility industry. Knowledge and understanding of GE Fanuc/Emerson, Kingfisher, SCADApack, Siemens, and HMI hardware is highly desired.
• Understanding of Network Protocols: A high level of understanding of SCADA protocols such as DNP3, OPC, TCP/IP-based networks, and technologies, including industrial and IoT communication protocols
• Project management skills: High Level of project management skills is required as typical projects are of medium to large size.
• Computer usage: High level of programming knowledge, database design, network concepts, PLC and related automation systems, IP-based industrial networks, wireless communications 
• Problem-solving abilities: Strong problem-solving skills for day-to-day troubleshooting through to detailed project designs to complete tasks in a timely manner for critical systems.
• Analytic skills: Ability to analyse problems and issues to determine the best path forward. Attention to detail, in particular relating to debugging, testing, and implementation of software that has a large potential impact across the business.

• A commitment to work-life balance with truly flexible working arrangements, including hybrid working, leave purchasing and RDO options. 
• 14 weeks paid parental leave for all parents and paid super on unpaid parental leave 
• A range of benefits, including free on-site parking and cultural leave. 
• A great culture working in collaborative teams with strong work ethics.
• Career focused learning and development opportunities. 
• The opportunity to be part of an organisation committed to environmental initiatives. 
• Enjoy modern office facilities with panoramic beachfront views. 

We do meaningful work, but how we do it is just as important. We’re here to help people live well, protect the environment, and keep healthy water and resources accessible and affordable for all.  We know to make a positive difference we need to support our people to be their very best. Flexibility and innovation are at the heart of how we work.  But it’s our people’s collective ambition, authenticity and differences that bring our culture to life. 

Our people are as diverse as the communities we serve. Everyone brings a unique voice and a refreshing perspective that keeps us innovating. It makes us better learners, thinkers and collaborators, helping create better outcomes for our customers. Even though we’re all different, we still share a common goal to deliver healthy water for life.  

We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, members of the LGBTIQ+ community, people with disability and from culturally diverse backgrounds. We aim to provide an inclusive and accessible workplace for everyone. If you need any help with the application process or would like to discuss your reasonable adjustments during interviews, or to learn more about the role, please contact: *******@southeastwater.com.au

Click here to check out the position description. We're accepting applications for this exciting opportunity until Thursday 20 April 2023.

This role is remunerated at a Level 5

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