Lead Automation Engineer - Hybrid, Growth & Next-Gen Tech

Bre Services Co P/L; Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remuneration

Project ownership on major programmes

Career development & certifications

Hybrid flexibility

Employee development & progression

Job summary

BRE Services, based in Melbourne, is seeking Automation Engineers to lead design, development, and delivery of automation projects for national brands. You will own projects from strategic design through to delivery, working across diverse industries to optimise operations and translate technical capability into measurable impact.

You will collaborate with project managers, electricians, and mechanical teams, leading a team at the forefront of Industry 4.0 with world-class tools and

Qualifications

• 3+ years of industrial automation experience in production environments.
• Bachelor in Electrical, Mechatronics, or Automation Engineering (or equivalent) or A-Grade electrical qualification.
• Deep knowledge of PLC/HMI/SCADA and industrial communications (EtherNet/IP, Modbus, Profibus, OPC UA) and experience with major brands (Siemens, AB, Schneider).
• Commitment to WHS, Australian Standards, and high documentation quality.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop PLC, HMI, and SCADA applications to meet client requirements.
• Commission and validate automation solutions on-site, ensuring safety and efficiency.
• Diagnose faults, troubleshoot, and provide ongoing technical support.
• Prepare documentation including design specs, test plans, and manuals.
• Ensure compliance with Australian Standards (AS/NZS 3000, AS 61508, WHS Act).
• Collaborate with project managers, electricians, and mechanical teams to deliver turnkey solutions.
• Contribute to innovation and adoption of Industry 4.0 technologies.

Skills

PLC/SCADA systems

Client-facing

Industrial automation

Education

Bachelor in Electrical, Mechatronics, or Automation Engineering

A-Grade electrical qualification

Tools

Siemens

Allen-Bradley

Schneider

Ignition/WinCC/Citect

Job description

BRE Services, based in Melbourne, is seeking Automation Engineers to lead design, development, and delivery of automation projects for national brands. You will own projects from strategic design through to delivery, working across diverse industries to optimise operations and translate technical capability into measurable impact.

You will collaborate with project managers, electricians, and mechanical teams, leading a team at the forefront of Industry 4.0 with world-class tools and