Control Systems Engineer – Automation, Data Centres & Industrial Projects

Crossmuller; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Crossmuller is seeking a Control Systems Engineer to design, program and commission automation solutions for data centres, manufacturing and critical infrastructure across Australia. You will work with clients and project teams to integrate equipment, processes and people, delivering high‑impact control system solutions.

Join a team delivering industry-leading automation, with opportunities to grow into technical leadership and project engineering roles.

Qualifications

• 3+ years' experience in Systems Integration / Automation.
• Experience with PLC platforms (Siemens, Rockwell, Schneider).
• Strong SCADA/HMI experience (Ignition, AVEVA, Plant SCADA, FactoryTalk, WinCC).
• Knowledge of industrial networking and communication protocols.
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Excellent communication with clients and project teams.
• Australian Citizenship or Permanent Residency.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver control system solutions across diverse industries.
• Design, program, commission and optimise automation systems.
• Collaborate with clients, project teams and engineers from design to commissioning.

Skills

Systems Integration

Automation

Control Systems

SCADA/HMI

Industrial Networking

Troubleshooting

Client Communication

Education

Electrical/Mechatronic/Software Engineering degree

Tools

Siemens PLC

Rockwell PLC

Schneider PLC

Ignition SCADA

AVEVA

FactoryTalk

WinCC

Job description

Crossmuller is growing and we're looking for a Control Systems Engineer who wants to work on challenging projects, cutting-edge technology and some of Australia's most advanced industrial facilities.

From data centres and automated warehouses to manufacturing plants, recycling facilities and critical infrastructure, you'll play a key role in designing, building and commissioning the systems that keep industry moving.

Why Crossmuller?

• Work on major automation, data centre and industrial projects
• Exposure to PLC, SCADA, HMI, MES and enterprise system integration
• End-to-end project involvement from design through to commissioning
• Collaborate with experienced Engineers, Electricians and Automation Specialists
• Career progression into Technical Leadership and Project Engineering roles
• Long-term job security with a growing Australian-owned business

The Opportunity

At Crossmuller, you'll be responsible for developing and delivering control system solutions that integrate equipment, processes and people.

You'll work directly with clients and project teams to design, program, commission and optimise automation systems across a diverse range of industries. No two projects are the same, giving you the opportunity to continually expand your technical knowledge and work with a broad range of technologies.

If you're motivated by solving complex engineering challenges and want to be part of a team delivering industry-leading solutions, you'll fit right in.

What You'll Bring

• Degree in Electrical, Mechatronic, Software or related Engineering discipline
• 3+ years' experience in Systems Integration, Automation or Control Systems Engineering
• Experience with PLC platforms such as Siemens, Rockwell or Schneider
• Strong SCADA/HMI experience (Ignition, AVEVA, Plant SCADA, FactoryTalk, WinCC or similar)
• Knowledge of industrial networking and communication protocols
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills
• Ability to communicate effectively with clients and project teams
• Australian Citizenship or Permanent Residency

Highly Regarded

• Data centre, manufacturing or warehouse automation experience
• Ignition SCADA experience
• SQL database integration
• C#, Python or other software development skills
• Experience leading commissioning activities
• Mentoring or technical leadership experience

Join Crossmuller

Join a team that is delivering innovative automation and control solutions across data centres, manufacturing, logistics and critical infrastructure. You'll work on projects that push the boundaries of industrial technology while building a long-term career with one of Australia's leading systems integration businesses.