Electrical Systems Engineer

Our Client; City of Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangement (home/office

Job summary

Our Client in Australia is seeking a Senior Control Systems Engineer to lead the customization and integration of control systems in meat processing plants both in Australia and overseas. You will program PLCs (predominantly Allen Bradley), develop HMIs, and supervise installation, commissioning and after-sales support, with occasional international travel and a flexible work arrangement.

The successful candidate will work closely with design teams and overseas engineers, apply robust electrical

Qualifications

• Trade or tertiary qualification in an Electrical discipline.
• Minimum of 5 years experience in a similar position.
• Strong PLC, HMI and industry software programming and troubleshooting skills.
• Electrical license would be advantageous.
• Experience with systems incorporating compressed air, refrigeration plants, valves, sensors and pumps would be highly regarded.
• Meat industry experience would also be highly regarded.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Design team and overseas engineers on project development and support.
• Write, modify and interpret PLC programs (predominantly Allen Bradley).
• Design and support hardware that supports communications and the transfer of data.
• Hands-on testing, installation and commissioning of projects.
• Provide on-site and remote technical support and training on systems and processes linked to automated machinery.
• Support for onsite trades and contractors.
• PM: support PM program with code adjustments, commissioning and testing of instruments and equipment.
• Participation in regular Management / Project Management meetings.
• Some interstate and international travel will be required.

Skills

PLC programming

HMI programming

Electrical licensing

Troubleshooting

Project coordination

Education

Electrical qualification or degree

Tools

MLink

Indusoft

Job description

Our client is an international manufacturer and supplier of specialised machinery and equipment for the meat processing industry. The company leads the world in the innovation and development of meat processing solutions that raise the bar on the hygiene and table quality of retail meat products.

At this time we are looking for a Senior Control Systems Engineer to take on a pivotal role in the customisation and integration of new and existing installations that incorporate this technology into meat processing plants throughout Australia and overseas.

On offer is the opportunity for a top performer to join a growth company in a role that will include the programming of control systems, as well as the management of the installation, commissioning and after sales support of new and existing installations.

On a daily basis your duties will include but not be limited to:

• Work closely with the Design team and overseas based Engineers on Project development and support.
• Write, modify and interpret PLC programs using all major platforms but predominately Allen Bradley.
• Design and support of Hardware that supports communications and the transfer of data
• Hands on activities associated with the testing, installation and commissioning of projects.
• Provide on-site and remote Technical Support and Training on systems and processes that are linked to automated machinery.
• Support for onsite trades and contractors.
• Preventative Maintenance (PM):Support PM program with code adjustments, commissioning and testing of instruments and equipment.
• Participation in regular Management / Project Management meetings.
• Some interstate and international travel will be required.

It is envisaged that the successful candidate will be able to evidence most or all of the following selection criteria:

• You are trade or tertiary qualified in an Electrical discipline.
• Minimum of 5 years experience in a similar position.
• Strong PLC, HMI and industry software (ie: MLink, Indusoft, Microsoft etc) programming and troubleshooting skills.
• A full Electrical or Electrical Disconnect/Reconnect license would be a definite advantage.
• Experience with systems incorporating compressed air, refrigeration plants, valves, sensors, and pumps would be highly regarded but not essential.
• Meat industry experience would also be highly regarded.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a truly progressive company in a diverse role that will continue to challenge your skill sets. An attractive remuneration package will be negotiated depending on your qualifications, skills and experience.

The company can also offer a great work / lifestyle balance by offering work from home or office based options. Consequently applications would be seriously considered from candidates residing anywhere in the greater Melbourne or south west outlying country locations.