Control Systems Engineer

Nepean (AU); Mackay Regional; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

NEPEAN Power is seeking an automation professional based in Paget to develop, test and commission industrial control systems for new-build and overhauled equipment. You will work across workshop and customer sites, partnering with engineers, technicians and customers to deliver safe, reliable solutions.

You will bring electrical qualifications and hands-on experience with PLC/SCADA and variable-speed drives, plus strong planning and documentation skills for robust project delivery.

Qualifications

• Electrical trade or engineering qualification required.
• Hands-on automation software development, testing, commissioning and fault-finding experience.
• Working knowledge of PLC, SCADA and variable-speed drive systems.
• Strong planning, problem-solving and documentation skills.
• Confidence communicating with customers, suppliers and multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop and configure PLC, SCADA and variable-speed drive solutions.
• Complete workshop and site testing, fault-finding and commissioning.
• Prepare engineering designs, test records and project documentation.
• Monitor deliverables, progress and costs within scope.
• Collaborate with customers and internal stakeholders on technical issues.
• Improve engineering processes through standardisation and digitalisation.

Skills

Automation software development

Testing & commissioning

Fault-finding

PLC

SCADA

Variable-speed drives

Technical documentation

Customer communication

Safety-first mindset

Education

Electrical trade qualification or electrical engineering qualification

Job description

NEPEAN Power is a 100% Australian-owned engineering and manufacturing business with more than 30 years of experience delivering electrical products, systems and turnkey solutions. As part of the wider NEPEAN group, we design, manufacture, supply and service high- and low-voltage power, automation and energy-management solutions for the mining, resources, energy, infrastructure and renewables sectors. Backed by local engineering expertise and advanced manufacturing capability, our teams take projects from concept and design through to testing, commissioning and ongoing support.

THE OPPORTUNITY

Based in Paget, you will join our automation team to develop, test and commission industrial control systems for new-build and overhauled equipment. Working across the workshop, customer sites and project environments, you will partner with engineers, technicians and customers to deliver safe, reliable and fit-for-purpose solutions.

In this role, you will:

• Develop and configure PLC, SCADA and variable-speed drive solutions.
• Complete workshop and site-based testing, fault-finding and commissioning.
• Prepare accurate engineering designs, test records and project documentation.
• Monitor engineering deliverables, project progress and costs within your scope.
• Work directly with customers and internal stakeholders to resolve technical issues.
• Improve engineering processes through standardisation, digitalisation and continuous improvement.

WHY THIS ROLE STANDS OUT

You will work across the complete project lifecycle and see your solutions move from design to operation. The role offers genuine technical variety, customer exposure and the opportunity to contribute to automation systems used in demanding industrial environments.

ABOUT YOU

You are a practical and solutions-focused automation professional who combines strong technical capability with clear communication. You can manage priorities, work independently when required and collaborate effectively with colleagues and customers.

You will bring:

• An electrical trade qualification, electrical engineering qualification or closely related background.
• Hands-on experience with industrial automation software development, testing, commissioning and fault-finding.
• Working knowledge of PLC, SCADA and variable-speed drive systems.
• Strong planning, problem-solving and technical documentation skills.
• The ability to communicate confidently with customers, suppliers and multidisciplinary teams.
• A safety-first approach, attention to detail and commitment to quality.

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT

• Challenging & varied automation projects supporting major Australian industries.
• Exposure to design, manufacturing, testing, commissioning and customer support.
• Support from experienced engineers and opportunities to broaden your technical capability.
• A stable role within an established, Australian-owned engineering group.

READY TO BUILD WHAT'S NEXT?

If you want to apply your automation expertise to practical engineering challenges and deliver systems that perform where it matters, we would like to hear from you.

NEPEAN believes in diversity and is committed to providing Equal Employment opportunities for all applicants. We welcome applicants from all walks of life, including various socio-economic, cultural, LGBTIQ, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander backgrounds.

1 October 2026Mackay Queensland, Australia