Control Systems Engineer

Luke Johnson - Embedded Software, Firmware, Electronics; Brisbane; Hybrid; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hybrid working arrangements

Company vehicle for onsite work

Career progression opportunities

On-call allowances

Job summary

Luke Johnson - Embedded Software, Firmware, Electronics in Brisbane is seeking an experienced Control Systems Engineer to design, program, implement and commission automation projects. You will support internal teams and clients while delivering diverse projects across Australia.

The role requires hands-on PLC/SCADA expertise, strong problem solving and client-facing skills. You will work in a hybrid setup with occasional travel for project delivery and commissioning, expanding your technical

Qualifications

• 4+ years of control systems engineering experience in industrial/manufacturing settings.
• Hands-on PLC/SCADA programming, troubleshooting and fault-finding capability.
• Experience with onsite commissioning and instrumentation is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver control systems and automation projects across multiple industries.
• Program, troubleshoot and fault-find PLC/SCADA systems.
• Undertake onsite commissioning of control systems and instrumentation.
• Provide technical support to engineering teams and clients.
• Prepare engineering documentation and methodologies.
• Develop practical engineering designs tailored to client needs.
• Build strong client relationships and promote safety and continuous improvement.

Skills

PLC/SCADA programming

Troubleshooting

Client-facing

Team collaboration

Driver's license

Working rights

FIFO/DIDO willingness

Education

Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Mechatronics

Tools

Allen-Bradley PLC

Siemens PLC

Schneider PLC

Job description

03rd November, 2026

About the Company:

Our client is a well-established, multidisciplinary engineering company specialising in industrial automation, optimisation and efficiency. Delivering engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) solutions across Australia, they partner with clients in the Oil & Gas, Mining, Minerals, Metals, and Food & Beverage industries to deliver innovative and practical engineering solutions.

Job Title:

Control Systems Engineer

Location:

Brisbane, QLD

Salary:

Competitive salary package, based on experience.

Work Set-up:

Hybrid - Brisbane-based with flexible work-from-home opportunities. Some interstate and regional travel may be required for project delivery and commissioning.

About the Role:

An exciting opportunity is available for an experienced Control Systems Engineer to join a growing engineering team delivering automation and control system projects across various industrial sectors.

You will play a key role in designing, programming, implementing and commissioning control systems while providing technical support to internal engineering teams and clients. This position offers exposure to diverse projects across Australia, providing excellent opportunities to develop your technical expertise and take ownership of meaningful engineering solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver control systems and industrial automation projects across multiple industries.
• Program, troubleshoot and fault-find PLC and SCADA systems.
• Undertake onsite commissioning of control systems and instrumentation.
• Provide technical support to engineering teams and clients.
• Prepare engineering documentation, including technical reports, specifications and methodologies.
• Develop practical, high-quality engineering designs tailored to client requirements.
• Build and maintain strong working relationships with clients and represent the engineering team professionally onsite.
• Promote workplace safety, innovation and continuous improvement.

Qualifications:

• Minimum 4 years of experience in control systems engineering within industrial or manufacturing environments.
• Hands-on experience with Allen-Bradley, Siemens and Schneider PLC platforms.
• Strong PLC/SCADA programming, troubleshooting and fault-finding capabilities.
• Experience with onsite commissioning of control systems.
  Instrumentation commissioning and fault-finding experience will be highly regarded.
• Exposure to Honeywell DCS is highly desirable.
• Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering or a related discipline is advantageous.
• Strong problem-solving, communication and client-facing skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a close-knit engineering team.
• Current Australian driver's licence.
• Full Australian working rights.
• Willingness to undertake occasional FIFO/DIDO or interstate project assignments.

Perks and Benefits:

• Flexible hybrid working arrangements and work-from-home opportunities.
• Supportive, team-first working culture.
• Family-first workplace policy.
• Fully maintained company vehicle.
• On-call allowance, where applicable.
• Opportunities for career progression and professional development.
• Exposure to diverse, innovative and technically challenging projects across Australia.
• Autonomy and the opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to engineering projects.