Automation & Control Systems Engineer

Ampcontrol; Mackay Regional; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Ampcontrol is seeking a dedicated Systems Engineer to join our engineering team in Mackay, Queensland. You’ll design, implement, commission and maintain control systems and networks that power mining, water, tunneling and energy projects.

You’ll split time between office-based development, site-based field service, and on-call support, applying PLC/SCADA skills in a hands-on environment across diverse sectors.

Qualifications

• PLC and SCADA programming skills.
• Understanding of industrial networking and bus systems.
• Knowledge of process control and automated systems.
• Experience with electrical switchgear and control systems.
• Exposure to control system network design for mining, industrial or power sectors.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, commission, modify and maintain control systems and networks for clients.
• Work will be split between office-based development, site-based field service and on-call support.

Skills

PLC/SCADA programming

Industrial networking

Process control

Switchgear

Mining/industrial exposure

Education

Diploma/Advanced Diploma in Electrical Engineering

Degree in Electrical/Electronic/Computer/Mechatronic Engineering

Electrical/Electronic Technicians with PLC/SCADA

Electrical/Electronic trade certificate

Tools

PLC/SCADA software

Electrical testing tools

Job description

Ampcontrol is seeking a dedicated Systems Engineer to join our engineering team in Mackay, Queensland. You’ll design, implement, commission and maintain control systems and networks that power mining, water, tunneling and energy projects.

You’ll split time between office-based development, site-based field service, and on-call support, applying PLC/SCADA skills in a hands-on environment across diverse sectors.