Graduate Control Systems Engineer

Goldfields Automation Pty Ltd; Ballarat; Hybrid; AUD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work hours

Remote work options

Competitive salary package

Professional development opportunities

Diverse project exposure

Modern office facilities

Job summary

Goldfields Automation in Ballarat is seeking a Graduate Control Systems Engineer to join our engineering team. You will work on design, development, and implementation of control systems across diverse industries, gaining hands-on experience from electrical design to PLC/HMI/SCADA programming and project management.

You’ll participate in full lifecycle development, on-site troubleshooting, system testing, and cross-disciplinary collaboration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Engineering in Electrical/Electronics or relevant trade experience.
• Aptitude to learn complex systems integration tasks – PLC, SCADA and HMI programming, configuration, and implementation.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication skills both written and verbal.
• Scheduling and planning capability.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the full lifecycle of control system development from concept to commissioning.
• Program controllers and develop HMI interfaces; test and troubleshoot on-site.
• Document work and collaborate with other engineering disciplines to deliver integrated solutions.

Skills

Electrical engineering aptitude

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Scheduling & planning

PLC/SCADA/HMI programming

Education

Bachelor of Engineering – Electrical/Electronics

Trade experience in electrical/electronics

Tools

PLC programming

SCADA programming

HMI programming

Job description

Goldfields Automation in Ballarat are seeking a talented Graduate Engineer to join our dynamic engineering team.

About Us

Based in Ballarat, Goldfields Automation is a well-respected leading provider of innovative automation solutions for a wide variety of industries. We specialise in delivering cutting-edge control systems that optimise operations, enhance safety, and drive efficiency across complex environments.

About the Role

As a Graduate Control Systems Engineer, you will work alongside experienced engineers to design, develop, and implement control systems for a broad range of applications, including industrial, mining, water and wastewater, food and beverage and agriculture.

This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience with everything from electrical design to PLC/HMI/SCADA/MES programming to project management, all while contributing to real projects from day one.

What You’ll Do

You'll be involved in the full lifecycle of control system development, from initial concept and design through to commissioning and optimization. This includes developing control strategies, programming controllers, creating HMI interfaces, and troubleshooting systems on-site. You'll also participate in system testing, documentation, and working closely with other engineering disciplines to deliver integrated solutions.

What we need from you

• Bachelor of Engineering – Electrical, Electronics OR relevant trade experience
• Aptitude to learn complex systems integration tasks – PLC, SCADA and HMI programming, configuration, and implementation
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong communication skills both written and verbal
• Scheduling and planning capability

What We Offer

Goldfields Automation is a stable and growing company offering a welcoming, supportive team environment with a strong emphasis on family and work/life balance.

You will receive comprehensive training and mentorship from senior engineers, whilst working in a very broad range of industries on an assortment of equipment for clients ranging from small local manufactures to large global multinational companies.

We can also offer you:

• Flexible work hours
• Flexibility to work remotely
• Competitive salary package
• Opportunities for professional development, continuous learning and career advancement
• Work on challenging and varied projects across a broad range of vendors and sectors
• Collaborative and supportive team environment
• Modern office facilities and tools

Why Ballarat?

Our Goldfields Automation office is based in Ballarat, just over an hour from Melbourne, giving you the best of both worlds. You'll enjoy affordable living with genuine work-life balance while still having easy access to Melbourne for weekends and events. Steeped in goldrush history and stunning Victorian architecture, Ballarat offers a vibrant regional lifestyle with excellent cafes, cultural attractions, and outdoor activities right on your doorstep.