Lead Industrial Automation & Control Systems Engineer

Alliance Automation; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 170,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remuneration package

Professional Development Program

Generous paid parental leave

20 days annual leave plus optional Buy

Flexible working arrangements

A supportive and down-to-earth team

Job summary

Alliance Automation in Adelaide, South Australia, is seeking a Lead Control Systems Engineer to drive complex automation projects from concept through commissioning. You will mentor engineers, lead technical teams, and build trusted client relationships while delivering high-quality outcomes.

Join a team focused on safety, quality, and continuous improvement, with opportunities across mining, energy, water, and manufacturing sectors. Travel to client sites may be required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years' demonstrable experience in industrial automation and electrical engineering.
• Experience delivering complex automation projects from concept to commissioning.
• Strong knowledge of PLC, SCADA, HMI, DCS, and industrial communications.
• Ability to lead technical teams and mentor developing engineers.
• Experience managing client relationships and acting as a trusted technical advisor.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, testing, implementation, and commissioning of automation solutions.
• Act as the technical lead on projects, guiding engineers and teams.
• Engage with clients to understand requirements and build long-term relationships.
• Develop control architectures, functional specs, and documentation.
• Oversee project delivery including scope, schedule, budget, quality, and safety.
• Provide leadership across PLC, SCADA, HMI, DCS, and industrial networks.
• Support proposals, estimations, and technical input for new business.
• Identify risks and implement mitigation strategies.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams for high-quality outcomes.
• Champion safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

Skills

Lead technical teams

Client relationships

Project delivery

Communication

Stakeholder engagement

Analytical skills

Safety awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Eligible for Engineers Australia

Tools

PLC systems

SCADA systems

HMI

DCS

Industrial networks

Job description

Alliance Automation in Adelaide, South Australia, is seeking a Lead Control Systems Engineer to drive complex automation projects from concept through commissioning. You will mentor engineers, lead technical teams, and build trusted client relationships while delivering high-quality outcomes.

Join a team focused on safety, quality, and continuous improvement, with opportunities across mining, energy, water, and manufacturing sectors. Travel to client sites may be required.