Control Systems Engineer

Rexroth Corporation; Wollongong City Council; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Bosch Rexroth in Brisbane seeks a Control Systems Engineer to design, develop, test and commission advanced control systems for mobile and industrial hydraulic machinery. You will support the sales team with deep application understanding and ensure project feasibility, quality, and adherence to engineering processes.

You will lead small to mid-size projects, mentor junior engineers, and travel domestically or internationally to perform commissioning and customer support, while maintaining

Qualifications

• Proven industrial controller programming using CODESYS IEC 61131-3.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and fault-finding skills.
• Proficient in Functional Safety, CANBUS & Ethernet Fieldbus.
• Willingness to travel domestically/internationally.

Responsibilities

• Translate customer needs into control system designs for mobile and hydraulic machinery.
• Design, develop, test, and commission control systems; manage small to mid-size projects.
• Uphold engineering quality (PEP-ETO, documentation); drive process improvements.
• Support component selection, testing, commissioning; travel for commissioning and support.

Skills

Industrial controller programming

CODESYS IEC 61131-3

Functional Safety

CANBUS & Ethernet Fieldbus

Mechanical knowledge

Hydraulic knowledge

Project management

Analytical skills

Education

Engineering degree

Tools

CODESYS

Networking tools

Job description

Job Description

Company 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 dynamic team and play a pivotal role in designing, developing, testing, and commissioning cutting‑edge control systems solutions. In this critical engineering role, you will be the technical backbone, supporting our sales team and customers with deep application understanding, while ensuring project feasibility, quality, and adherence to our robust engineering processes. You will blend technical expertise with hands‑on project management, driving innovation and continuous improvement in our control systems across various industries.

This position is based out of our Brisbane branch.

• Application & Solution Design: Translate customer needs into innovative control system designs for mobile and industrial hydraulic machinery. Advise sales/customers on application understanding, feasibility, and budgeting.
• Technical Development & Project Leadership: Design, develop, test, and commission control systems. Manage small to mid-size projects, including risk assessment, and mentor junior engineers.
• Quality Assurance & Improvement: Uphold engineering quality (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. Create handover documentation. Travel (domestic/international) for system commissioning and customer support.

Qualifications

• Education: Degree in Mechatronics, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field.
• Experience & Know-How: Proven 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, Hazardous Areas a plus. Project management experience.
• Personal Attributes: Analytical, solution-focused, pragmatic. Excellent communication. Strong safety commitment. Eager to learn and improve.
• Other: Willingness to travel (domestic/international).

Additional Information

Please Note: 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.