PCI Electrical Engineer (Controls and Automation)
James Hardie Building Products
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Job summary
James Hardie Building Products seeks a PCI Electrical Engineer (Controls and Automation) to improve safety, reliability and plant performance at the Rosehill manufacturing site. You will design, implement and optimise electrical, automation, PLC, SCADA and control systems while driving uptime and efficiency across manufacturing operations.
Reporting to the Senior PCI & Reliability Manager, you will lead capital projects, testing, commissioning and continuous improvement, collaborating with
Qualifications
- Bachelor degree in electrical/mechatronics engineering or related field.
- Minimum 3+ years in electrical/automation roles within manufacturing/heavy industry.
- Proven experience delivering automation and capital projects from concept to commissioning.
Responsibilities
- Champion safety-first culture; ensure compliance with WHS and James Hardie standards.
- Lead design, implementation and ongoing improvement of electrical/automation systems.
- Develop and optimise PLC, SCADA, HMI and control systems for reliability.
- Deliver capital projects from concept through commissioning and handover.
- Design testing, validation and commissioning plans for new/modified systems.
- Support upgrades, interlocks, protection and safety functions.
- Design and optimise industrial networks for data flow across plant operations.
- Monitor performance, identify improvement opportunities and implement solutions.
- Lead RCA investigations and reliability improvement initiatives.
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Job description
- Global Building & Manufacturing business with over 137 years of brand presence
- Join a great team where safety is at the heart of everything we do
- Based in Rosehill - 10 minute drive from Parramatta CBD - free parking onsite
- Global Building & Manufacturing business with over 137 years of brand presence
- Join a great team where safety is at the heart of everything we do
- Based in Rosehill - 10 minute drive from Parramatta CBD - free parking onsite
James Hardie Industries is the world’s #1 producer and marketer of high-performancefibrecement andfibregypsum building solutions. As a local manufacturer, trusted innovator and industry leader James Hardie empowers homeowners and trade professionals to achieve dream modern homes with premium quality solutions that deliver endless design possibilities, trustedprotection,and long-lasting beauty.
With a diverse workforce across Asia Pacific, our company culture is built on providing a foundation of “Zero Harm” and creating a positive impact in communities. We have a relentless focus on achievement,learningand continuous improvement.
The Opportunity
Reporting to the Senior PCI & Reliability Manager, the PCIElectricalEngineeris responsible forimproving the safety, reliability, and performance of the Rosehill Manufacturing Plant through the design, implementation, andoptimisationof electrical, automation, PLC, SCADA, and control systems.You will drivereliability andcontinuousimprovement initiatives thatoptimiseplant performance,minimisedowntime, and support safe, efficient operations.
This isagreatopportunityfor an Electrical Engineer with a passion for Automation & Control, hands-on PLC programming and SCADA experience, and a background in manufacturing to drive impactful projects and continuous improvement outcomes.
This role is Monday to Friday, start your day early at 6AM with an early finish of 2/2:30PM.
Whatyou’lldo
- Champion a strong safety-first culture and ensure all electrical, automation, and control system activitiescomply withWHS requirements, statutory regulations, and James Hardie standards.
- Lead the design, implementation, and ongoing improvement of electrical, automation, control, and communication systems to deliver safe, reliable, and efficient manufacturing operations.
- Develop,maintain, andoptimisePLC, SCADA, HMI, and industrial control systems, ensuring equipment performance, reliability, and maintainability.
- Deliver capital projects and continuous improvement initiatives from concept through commissioning, driving operational efficiency and equipment reliability.
- Develop and execute testing, validation, and commissioning plans to ensure new and modified systems perform safely and meet operational requirements.
- Support and oversee control system upgrades, modifications, and troubleshooting activities, ensuringappropriate interlocks, protection systems, and safety functions are implemented and maintained.
- Design, support, andoptimiseindustrial communication networks, including Ethernet and fieldbus systems, to ensure reliable connectivity and data flow across plant operations.
- Monitor andanalysesystem performance,identifyopportunities for improvement, and implement solutions to enhance safety, reliability, throughput, and operational efficiency.
- Lead root cause investigations, reliability improvement initiatives, and condition monitoring programs to reduce downtime and improve equipment performance.
- Work closely with Production, Maintenance, Reliability, and Engineering teams to solve problems, deliver improvements, and build a culture of shared ownership for plant performance.
Whatyou’llbring
- Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Automation Engineering, ora relateddiscipline.
- Minimum3+ years' experience in a similar Electrical, Automation, Controls, or Systems Engineering role within a manufacturing or heavy industrial environment.
- Proven experience delivering automation, control system, and capital improvement projects from concept throughto commissioningand handover.
- Demonstrated experience with Allen Bradley PLCs and Studio 5000 is essential.
- Demonstrated experience with SCADA systems is essential, with Plant SCADA experience highly preferred
- Knowledge of Variable Speed Drives (VSDs), motor control systems, and power distribution isadvantageous.
- Experience with Schneider Electric PLCs,EcoStruxureplatforms, or Schneider automation products isadvantageous.
- Strong knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Project, and engineering analysis tools.
- Sound knowledge of Australian Standards, WHS legislation, machine safety, electrical installations, and industrial automation systems.
- Strong commitment to Work Health & Safety (WHS), Quality Management, and safe system design.
- Advanced troubleshooting, fault-finding, and analytical problem-solving skills within industrial automation and manufacturing environments.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to work effectively with operators,trades, engineers, contractors, and senior leaders.
Working @James Hardie
At James Hardie, our people are at thecentreof everything we do. Weprovide the opportunity for peoplewho valueclear visionand a diverse culture to build a career in one of the most wellrecognisedlocal manufacturing brands.Here’swhat you can expect when you join ourSmart, Driven and Realteam:
- Stable growth at a global building products manufacturer
- Bonus scheme for all eligible employees
- Product discounts
- Paid parental leave of16 weeksfor the Primary Carer (including super) and twoweeks for secondary carer
- 2 Volunteer days per year
- Plenty of employee rewards and benefits including a rewards and recognition program
- Fitness Passport Program
- Online shopping discounts
- International & domestic development and progression opportunities
- Access to thousands of free self-development modules via James Hardie University
- Annual business conferences with Award gala dinners
- Free annual health checks
- Employee Assistance Program access for you & your immediate family members
- Hassle free, no cost and confidential access to our onsite psychologists& physiotherapists(specific sites)
Proudly providing Australian Madefibrecement to the market for over 100 years.
It’sPossible™ with James Hardie
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