AddressSaunders 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 2 new Senior Control Systems Engineers to join our Perth based team.
As a Senior Control Systems Engineer, you will be involved in all phases of project delivery from concept, detailed design, implementation, in-house testing, Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), onsite commissioning, Site Acceptance Testing (SAT), client handover and client support.
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.
Responsibilities of the role include:
- Control systems design and development deliverables across a variety of projects.
- Involvement in all phases of project delivery from concept, detailed design, implementation, in-house testing, Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), onsite commissioning, Site Acceptance Testing (SAT), client handover and client support.
- Manage work technically and contractually to ensure that it meets Australian Standards requirements and is performed within the bounds of the organisation's policies and procedures.
- Use and continually improve company quality procedures to ensure consistent outcomes.
- Propose innovative solutions where established systems are unable to resolve problems.
- Provide technical support and mentoring for both peers and junior engineers in the team.
- Actively participate and ensure a productive and friendly culture in the team.
- Process & manufacturing safety automation systems.
- Functional Design Specification documentation.
- Control philosophy development.
- OT Network design and configuration.
- UPS, Diesel Generator & Solar/Wind Systems Integration.
- Control standards, software application development and simulation testing.
- Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and Commissioning Plans.
- Site Acceptance Testing (SAT) and Inspection & Test Plans (ITP).
- Control systems troubleshooting and support.
- Industrial PLC/RTU/HMI & SCADA systems implementation on commonly used platforms e.g.
- Siemens, Rockwell, Schneider Electric.
- Emerson (GE), Endress+Hauser (E+H).
- Omron, Mitsubishi.
To be successful in the role you will possess the following qualifications and experience:
Essential
- Tertiary or trade qualification in Engineering.
- A minimum of 10 years of relevant experience in a relevant industry/environment.
- 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.
- Experience with common industrial Control Systems such as:
- Siemens, Rockwell, Schneider Electric
- Experience with industrial networking and cyber security.
- A proven history of delivery in large industrial automation projects
- Experience in a technical leadership position.
Desirable
- Design, implementation, and certification of both process and machine safety systems (to IEC 61508 / IEC 61511 / AS 4024)
- Auditing, specification, and implementation of industrial networking infrastructure to ISA / IEC 62443
- Terminal automation systems and terminal integration
- Systems integration for renewable energy (including grid control for DERs)
- Custom interface development and general automation R&D / product evaluation
THE BENEFITS
- The opportunity to work on a innovative and unique industrial transformation projects.
- Excellent work environment
- Market competitive salary
- Cost of Living Discounts
- Wellbeing Leave days
- Paid Parental Leave
Saunders Automation IT 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.
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.
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