Automation Engineer

Elite Staffing Solutions Australia; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Elite Staffing Solutions Australia Pty Ltd is seeking an experienced Automation Engineer to join our Melbourne-based team on a full-time permanent basis. The role focuses on hands-on PLC/HMI programming, system integration, and commissioning across FMCG manufacturing sites in Melbourne’s South-East, with occasional travel to the North-West.

You will work on PLC upgrades, control panel design, and electrical design using AutoCAD, while ensuring safety, quality, and client requirements.

Qualifications

• Experience in PLC programming across multiple brands.
• Proficient in HMI programming and design.
• Experience with industrial networks and systems integration.
• A‑Grade Electrical Licence and willingness to obtain police check.

Responsibilities

• PLC programming, upgrades and troubleshooting.
• HMI/SCADA programming and configuration.
• Control panel design and electrical design using AutoCAD.
• Systems integration and commissioning.
• Client-site technical support and project documentation.
• Adhere to safety and quality requirements.

Skills

PLC programming

Allen-Bradley PLCs

Siemens PLCs

Omron PLCs

HMI programming

AutoCAD electrical

Industrial networks

Systems integration

Electrical design

Fault finding

Troubleshooting

Safety awareness

Communication skills

Teamwork

FMCG experience

Ignition SCADA

Education

A‑Grade Electrical Licence

Tools

Ignition SCADA

AutoCAD

Job description

About the Opportunity

Our client is an established electrical, automation and industrial services company based in Melbourne South, delivering automation and control solutions to a range of industrial manufacturing businesses across Melbourne.

Working with local, national and global FMCG brands, the company delivers PLC upgrades, automation projects, control panel builds, systems integration and ongoing technical support across a variety of manufacturing environments.

Due to continued growth and project requirements, they are seeking an experienced Automation Engineer to join their team on a full‑time permanent basis.

About the Role

• This is a hands‑on position working across a variety of client sites, primarily throughout Melbourne's South‑East, with occasional travel to the North‑West.
• You will be involved in the design, programming, commissioning, troubleshooting and ongoing support of industrial automation and control systems.
• The successful candidate will enjoy working in a client‑facing environment and be comfortable troubleshooting and delivering practical automation solutions within manufacturing facilities.

Key Responsibilities

• PLC programming, upgrades and modifications
• HMI programming and configuration
• Automation and control system design
• PLC upgrades and automation improvement projects
• Control panel design and development
• Electrical design using AutoCAD or similar software
• Industrial network configuration and troubleshooting
• Systems integration and commissioning
• Fault finding and troubleshooting of automation systems
• Providing technical support at client sites
• Working closely with clients, engineers, electricians and production teams
• Preparing technical documentation and project information
• Ensuring all work is completed in accordance with safety, quality and client requirements

About You

We are looking for an experienced Automation Engineer with a strong background in industrial automation and control systems.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Proven experience in PLC programming
• Strong experience with Allen‑Bradley, Siemens and/or Omron PLCs
• Proficient in HMI programming
• Proven experience in automation and control system design
• Experience with industrial networks and systems integration
• Experience working within a systems integrator, OEM or end‑user environment
• Proficient in AutoCAD or similar electrical design software
• Strong fault‑finding and troubleshooting skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong problem‑solving and critical‑thinking abilities
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong commitment to safety, quality and teamwork
• Current or willingness to obtain a Police Check
• FMCG experience highly advantageous
• Manufacturing automation experience will also be considered
• Ignition SCADA experience
• A‑Grade Electrical Licence
• Experience with automation commissioning

Why Apply?

• Monday to Friday 7:00am - 3:30pm
• Work with a variety of established FMCG and manufacturing businesses
• Exposure to local, national and global brands
• Variety of automation and control projects
• Client sites primarily located across Melbourne's South‑East
• Occasional projects in Melbourne's North‑West
• Opportunity to work across PLC, HMI, SCADA, electrical design and systems integration
• Join an established and growing industrial services business

Pre‑Employment Requirements

The successful applicant must be willing to complete a pre‑employment medical, including drug and alcohol testing, and a police check. Applicants must have unlimited Australian working rights. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

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