Control Systems Engineer

Bosch Group; City Of Swan; On-site; AUD 66,000 - 108,000; Full time

Job summary

Bosch Rexroth is seeking a skilled Control Systems Engineer to design, develop, test, and commission innovative control systems for mobile and industrial hydraulic applications. You will support sales with technical expertise, ensure project feasibility, and drive continuous improvement across projects.

The role involves designing solutions, leading projects, and mentoring junior engineers, with domestic and international travel to support commissioning and customers.

Qualifications

• Education: Degree in Mechatronics, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience & Know-How: Proven experience in industrial controller programming (CODESYS IEC 61131-3). Strong analytical, problem-solving, and fault-finding skills. Proficient in Functional Safety, CANBUS & Ethernet Fieldbus. Working mechanical/hydraulic knowledge. Exposure to Electrical design, Remote Access, Networking, IT/Software, Web Dev, AI, and Hazardous Areas is advantageous. Project management experience.
• Personal Attributes: Analytical, solution-focused, and pragmatic. Excellent communication skills. Strong commitment to safety. Eager to learn and improve.
• Other: Willingness to travel domestically and internationally.

Responsibilities

• Application & Solution Design: Translate customer requirements into control system designs for hydraulic machinery. Advise sales teams and customers on feasibility and budgeting.
• Technical Development & Project Leadership: Design, develop, test, and commission control systems. Manage small to mid-sized projects and mentor junior engineers.
• Quality Assurance & Improvement: Maintain engineering quality standards. Expand technical knowledge and drive process improvements.
• Customer Support & Field Commissioning: Support component selection, testing, and commissioning; prepare handover documentation; travel for system commissioning and support.

Skills

Industrial control systems

Analytical thinking

Fault finding

Project management

Safety awareness

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechatronics / Electrical / Software Engineering

Tools

CODESYS

CANBUS

Ethernet Fieldbus

Electrical design tools

Remote access tools

Networking

Job description

At Bosch Rexroth, everything revolves around movement and the success of our customers. With our networked drive and control technologies as well as digital solutions, their machines and systems work efficiently, safely and powerfully. We offer components, system solutions and services for mobile and industrial hydraulic applications as well as for factory automation.

In all areas, we value the know-how and commitment of our employees and enable dynamic careers in an international environment.

Around 33,800 people in over 80 countries - and one corporate purpose: "We move industries to make our planet a better place."

Do you want to make a difference? Then we look forward to receiving your application to Bosch Rexroth.

Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled and pragmatic Control Systems Engineer to join our team and play a key role in designing, developing, testing, and commissioning innovative control systems solutions. In this critical engineering role, you will provide technical expertise, supporting our sales team and customers with strong application knowledge, while ensuring project feasibility, quality, and adherence to our engineering processes. You will combine technical expertise with hands-on project management, driving innovation and continuous improvement in our control systems across various industries.

This position is based at our Malaga branch.

• Application & Solution Design: Translate customer requirements into innovative control system designs for mobile and industrial hydraulic machinery. Provide technical advice to sales teams and customers on application understanding, feasibility, and budgeting.
• Technical Development & Project Leadership: Design, develop, test, and commission control systems. Manage small to mid-sized projects, including risk assessments, and mentor junior engineers.
• Quality Assurance & Improvement: Maintain engineering quality standards (PEP-ETO, internal documentation system). Expand technical knowledge, test new products, and drive process improvements.
• Customer Support & Field Commissioning: Support component selection, testing, and commissioning. Prepare handover documentation. Undertake domestic and international travel for system commissioning and customer support.

Qualifications

• Education: Degree in Mechatronics, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience & Know-How: Proven experience in industrial controller programming (CODESYS IEC 61131-3). Strong analytical, problem-solving, and fault-finding skills. Proficient in Functional Safety, CANBUS & Ethernet Fieldbus. Working mechanical/hydraulic knowledge. Exposure to Electrical design, Remote Access, Networking, IT/Software, Web Dev, AI, and Hazardous Areas is advantageous. Project management experience.
• Personal Attributes: Analytical, solution-focused, and pragmatic. Excellent communication skills. Strong commitment to safety. Eager to learn and improve.
• Other: Willingness to travel domestically and internationally.

Additional Information

As part of our recruitment process, preferred candidates will be required to successfully complete pre-employment screening. This includes a pre-employment medical and a background check (covering references, criminal history, qualifications, and visa status) conducted via CVCheck.