Are you an experienced engineer with a strong background in control systems, automation, and project delivery? We are seeking a Control Systems Engineer to lead technical outcomes, and deliver high-quality engineering solutions across diverse and challenging projects.

About the Company
Our client is a privately-owned, multi-disciplinary industrial services company who have been in the Australian market for almost 40 years.
They specialise in industrial automation and system integration, mechanical & electrical construction and instrumentation, with trusted partnerships servicing mining, manufacturing, water, energy and infrastructure, providing full lifecycle management, turnkey projects, process optimisation, maintenance and more. 
  
About the Role
As a Control Systems Engineer, you will play a key role in delivering complex projects while working alongside a talented engineering team.
You’ll be responsible for:

• Contribute and lead projects of varying size, scope, and complexity
• Providing technical expertise in PLC, SCADA, HMI, DCS, instrumentation, and automation systems
• Preparing scopes of work, execution plans, and schedules
• Acting as Job Supervisor for assigned projects, ensuring delivery on time, within budget, and to required standards
• Ensuring compliance with safety, governance, and quality systems
• Liaising directly with clients and fostering strong relationships

About You

• Degree in Engineering (Electrical, Control, Instrumentation, or related field)
• 3+ years technical design experience in automation, control, and electrical projects in a contracting/project delivery environment
• Strong experience with PLC, SCADA, HMI, and DCS systems integration
• Proven track record of delivering projects on time and on budget
• Excellent technical writing, communication, and client-facing skills

Desirable expertise in one or more of the following areas will be highly regarded:

• Functional Safety & Risk Management (incl. HAZOP leadership)
• Hazardous Areas compliance
• Industrial & computer networking
• Major project contract management
• Application-specific systems (e.g. boiler controls, mining automation)

Why Join

• Project diversity – no two sites or systems are the same
• Be part of a multi-disciplinary team delivering real-world outcomes
• A collaborative environment where mentoring, knowledge-sharing, and innovation are valued
• Competitive remuneration package with potential for additional rates for specialist expertise
• Work-life balance, career progression and professional development

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: $120,000 + Super, negotiable with experience level
Location: Wollongong Area, NSW
 
Please note that applications will only be considered from candidates with the appropriate approval to work in Australia; visa sponsorship is not available for this role.
  
For a confidential discussion, please feel free to contact Sam Silva on 0433 832 614 / sams@austcorpexecutive.com.au