Control Systems Engineer

WSP USA; City of Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Up to 16 weeks paid parental leave

Flexible work options

Opportunities to work across Australia

Job summary

WSP is seeking a proactive engineer to join its energy projects teams in Australia, focusing on control systems design, PLC/DCS/SCADA development, and integration across renewable and traditional power plants.

You will work with multidisciplinary teams, visit sites, and contribute to commissioning and troubleshooting, while pursuing Chartered status and expanding your technical footprint.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechatronics, Control Systems, or related Engineering discipline.
• 2-6 years' experience in control systems, automation, instrumentation, or power generation projects.
• Experience with PLC, DCS, SCADA, or industrial communications systems.
• Interest in renewable energy, battery storage, power generation, or industrial infrastructure.
• Strong problem‑solving skills and a desire to continue developing technically.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate within multidisciplinary teams.
• Working towards Chartered status or interested in pursuing professional accreditation.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to design and delivery of control and instrumentation systems for renewable and conventional power generation projects.
• Develop PLC, DCS, and SCADA solutions for industrial and energy applications.
• Work with communication systems and protocols including Modbus, DNP3, Ethernet/IP, OPC, and IEC 61850.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams across electrical, power systems, and renewable energy projects.
• Assist with engineering studies, technical reports, specifications, and design documentation.
• Support testing, commissioning, and troubleshooting activities.
• Participate in site visits and work directly with clients to deliver practical solutions.
• Learn from experienced engineers while progressively taking ownership of project deliverables.

Skills

Communication

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Chartered status (pursuing)

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

PLC

DCS

SCADA

Industrial communications (Modbus/DNP3/IEC 61850)

Job description

Build the future of energy through innovative control systems and automation solutions.

Ready to take the next step in your engineering career?

At WSP, you'll work on some of Australia's most exciting energy projects, helping deliver the technologies that power the transition to a cleaner, more sustainable future. You'll gain hands‑on experience across renewable energy, battery storage, thermal generation, and industrial automation projects while learning from industry‑leading engineers.

Whether you're looking to deepen your technical expertise, expand your project experience, or accelerate your career in the energy sector, WSP provides the platform, mentoring, and opportunities to help you get there.

Join Our Generation & New Energy Team

Based in Brisbane or Melbourne, you'll contribute to the design and delivery of industrial control and communication systems across a diverse range of energy projects. Working alongside experienced engineers, you'll be involved in everything from concept design through to commissioning, gaining exposure to cutting‑edge technologies that support Australia's energy transition.

This is an excellent opportunity for an engineer who wants to build strong technical capability, work on meaningful projects, and develop their career within a globally connected team.

What You'll Do

• Contribute to the design and delivery of control and instrumentation systems for renewable and conventional power generation projects.

• Develop PLC, DCS, and SCADA solutions for a range of industrial and energy applications.

• Work with communication systems and protocols including Modbus, DNP3, Ethernet/IP, OPC, and IEC 61850.

• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams across electrical, power systems, and renewable energy projects.

• Assist with engineering studies, technical reports, specifications, and design documentation.

• Support testing, commissioning, and troubleshooting activities.

• Participate in site visits and work directly with clients to help deliver practical solutions.

• Learn from experienced engineers while progressively taking ownership of project deliverables.

About You

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechatronics, Control Systems, or a related Engineering discipline.

• Approximately 2-6 years' experience in control systems, automation, instrumentation, or power generation projects.

• Experience with PLC, DCS, SCADA, or industrial communications systems.

• An interest in renewable energy, battery storage, power generation, or industrial infrastructure.

• Strong problem‑solving skills and a desire to continue developing technically.

• Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate within multidisciplinary teams.

• Working towards Chartered status or interested in pursuing professional accreditation.

Why Choose WSP?

We're committed to a workplace where you're supported, heard, and empowered to grow your career. We offer:

• Competitive pay that recognizes your talent

• Inclusive culture that values diverse perspectives

• Clear career pathways with mentoring and development

• Flexible work options to balance life and work

• Purpose‑driven projects that make a real impact

• Comprehensive benefits and support for returners

• Up to 16 weeks paid parental leave

• Option to buy up to 8 extra weeks of leave to support additional annual leave or school holiday leave

• Opportunities to work across Australia and globally

An employee Share Purchase Plan is available to all our permanent employees who wish to become owners and vested partners in WSP's collective success. To find out more about our commitment to the health and wellbeing of our people, and the programs we've designed to help you thrive, go to our Employee Benefits page.

How You'll Work

Flexibility is at the heart of how we operate. You'll be based in our Brisbane or Melbourne office, with hybrid working options and site visits when required—all supported by a friendly, high‑performing team.

Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all.

Join our close‑knit community of talented individuals who share your passion for making a positive impact. Our global team includes more than 73,000 employees, working together to make a difference in communities both close to home and around the world.

If you're passionate about making infrastructure better for people and the planet, we'd love to hear from you.