Lead Control Systems Engineer – PLC/SCADA & Commissioning

MIPAC Pty Ltd; City of Brisbane; On-site; AUD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Site payments

Job summary

Mipac is seeking a Senior Control Systems Engineer to deliver complex control projects across Australia and internationally. You will contribute from design through commissioning, taking ownership of key components and shaping delivery outcomes alongside an expert engineering team.

This hands-on role requires strong PLC/SCADA experience, the ability to travel, and a proactive, solutions-oriented mindset. Australian working rights are required, and the role offers significant opportunities to

Qualifications

• Proven track record delivering industrial control systems across design, configuration and commissioning.
• Hands-on experience with PLC/SCADA platforms (Rockwell, Siemens, Schneider, Yokogawa) is essential.
• Experience in FATs, commissioning or site-based delivery activities.
• Capable of managing multiple project phases and prioritising effectively.
• Strong communication with clients, vendors and internal teams; leadership potential.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the design, configuration and delivery of PLC, SCADA and DCS systems across greenfields and brownfield projects.
• Take ownership of key project components, including design decisions, configuration approaches and delivery outcomes.
• Play an active role in FATs, commissioning and site delivery, including time on site where required.
• Work directly with clients, vendors and internal teams to deliver practical, fit‑for‑purpose solutions.
• Apply sound engineering judgement to resolve technical challenges in a structured and professional manner.
• Build strong working relationships with clients through reliable, high‑quality technical delivery.
• Contribute to the development of junior engineers through practical guidance and knowledge sharing.
• Ensure design, configuration, FAT and commissioning activities align with Mipac standards and delivery approaches.

Skills

Industrial control systems

PLC & SCADA

Project ownership

Client communication

Leadership potential

Tools

Rockwell Automation

Siemens

Schneider Electric

Yokogawa

Job description

Mipac is seeking a Senior Control Systems Engineer to deliver complex control projects across Australia and internationally. You will contribute from design through commissioning, taking ownership of key components and shaping delivery outcomes alongside an expert engineering team.

This hands-on role requires strong PLC/SCADA experience, the ability to travel, and a proactive, solutions-oriented mindset. Australian working rights are required, and the role offers significant opportunities to