Lead Control Systems Engineer

SAFEgroup Automation; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training and mentorship

Industry-leading projects

Flexible work options

Inclusive team culture

Regular executive exposure

Profit sharing incentive

Extended paid parental leave

Fun workspaces

Fresh fruit and refreshments

Referral bonuses

Novated leases

Workplace banking program

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

SAFEgroup Automation in Brisbane is seeking a Lead Engineer to design and implement tailored automation solutions, including PLC, SCADA and HMI. The role combines office-based development with on-site commissioning and includes mentoring engineers to uphold quality standards and foster growth.

The successful candidate will lead a project lifecycle, manage resources, and collaborate with clients to meet schedules and budgets while delivering high-quality automation systems.

Qualifications

• Engineering degree required; extensive experience in control systems design, programming and commissioning.
• Experience in electrical design, fault finding and commissioning of industrial automation plants.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage projects and teams.
• Ability to engage effectively with diverse stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead a project lifecycle from design to commissioning.
• Participate in design reviews/workshops with client.
• Ensure delivery meets schedule and budget constraints.
• Manage automation project personnel and resources.
• Verify and deliver customer requirements.
• Lead and coach staff in the automation team.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Communication

Stakeholder management

Team coaching

Electrical design

Fault finding

Education

Engineering degree

Tools

Rockwell PLC

Siemens PLC

Schneider PLC

Job description

SAFEgroup Automation (SGA), with a combined team of over 180 engineers, delivers a depth of experience to our clients and provides a wide range of career opportunities for our employees. We have built a successful business around using innovative technologies to provide custom solutions for those industries such as water and wastewater, utilities, infrastructure, manufacturing, and food and beverages. We are extremely proud of our client-centric culture and providing clients with innovative solutions that make a real difference by improving production, efficiency, reliability, safety and cost savings.

About the Role

An opportunity has arisen for a Lead Engineer within our Brisbane office. The Lead Engineer partners with SGA clients to design and implement tailored technology solutions, including PLC, SCADA, and related systems. In addition to technical responsibilities, the Lead Engineer mentors and guides engineers, ensuring quality standards and fostering professional growth. Work is divided between office-based development and on-site commissioning.

This role will suit an experienced individual who understands the importance of shared knowledge and who is seeking a permanent position where they can spread their wings and enjoy a satisfying career with advancement opportunities and team leadership responsibilities.

What We Offer You

• An exciting opportunity to develop your career with ongoing training and mentorship
• Exposure to innovative, industry-leading projects
• Leading automation technology
• Flexible work options
• A positive, inclusive team culture
• Regular executive team exposure
• Profit Sharing Incentive Program
• Extended paid parental leave
• Fun workspaces including games areas
• Fresh fruit, refreshments and regular team social events
• Recruitment referral bonuses
• Novated leases
• Workplace Banking Program with exclusive discounts and benefits
• Access to Employee Assistance Program

Key Responsibilities

• Lead a project lifecycle inclusive of design, documentation, development, testing and commissioning.
• Participate in design review/workshops with client and other parties involved
• Ensure project delivery meets with schedule and budget constraints
• Manage automation project personnel and resources to meet key milestones and deadlines
• Verify, interpret, and ensure delivery of customer requirements and contracted project deliverables
• Lead, coach, develop and participate in informal and formal reviews for staff in the automation team

About You

• You will be degree qualified in Engineering having extensive work experience in control systems design, programming and commissioning
• You will have widespread skills and knowledge in electrical design, fault finding and commissioning of industrial automation plants
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to manage projects and teams
• Ability to engage effectively with a diverse range of internal and external stakeholders

Qualifications/Experience Required

• You will be willing to obtain RPEQ
• PLC, SCADA, and HMI experience across the major Vendor platforms - Rockwell, Siemens, and Schneider
• Candidates with experience in legacy control systems and experience with modernisation strategies will be highly valued

Why Join Us

At SGA, we are committed to fostering a culture that empowers our people, encourages sustainability, and promotes teamwork and work-life balance. Our Mission is to raise the bar in engineering. For the successful candidate, the position will offer the opportunity to join a dynamic team developing leading solutions in industrial automation.

At SGA we strive to create a place where everyone has equal opportunity. We encourage applications from people of all ages, nationalities, abilities, and cultures - including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, the LGBTQI+ community and people living with disability.