Senior Engineer Control Systems

Bechtel Corporation; City of Brisbane; Hybrid; AUD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Bechtel Corporation is seeking a Senior Control Systems and Instrumentation Engineer based in Brisbane, Australia. This role involves designing and specifying general instrumentation and control systems for mining projects. Responsibilities include overseeing designs, ensuring compliance with standards, and mentoring junior engineers.

The ideal candidate will hold a relevant engineering degree and have between 10 to 13 years of experience. Strong communication skills and knowledge of safety standards are essential for this role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree (or international equivalent) and 10–13 years of relevant experience.
• Experience with functional safety system and TUV certification is highly regarded.
• Demonstrated experience in Control System/Instrumentation Engineering.

Responsibilities

• Design and specify instrumentation and control systems for mining projects.
• Coordinate technical drawings and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Mentor junior engineers in instrumentation and control systems.

Skills

Control System/Instrumentation Engineering

Excellent communication skills

Knowledge of industry standards

Demonstrated safety compliance

Smart Instrumentation experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

10–13 years of relevant experience

Job description

Position Details

Requisition ID: 295405

• Relocation Authorized: None
• Telework Type: Part-Time Telework
• Work Location: Brisbane, QLD

Project Overview

Bechtel Mining and Metals offers engineering, procurement, and construction services for customers in the mining sector across multiple commodities including Iron Ore, Bauxite, Alumina, Aluminium, Copper, Gold, Coal, Lithium and Rare Earths. The global business unit operates from headquarters in Santiago, Chile with offices in Brisbane, Perth and Adelaide in Australia and execution units worldwide.

Job Summary

Bechtel is seeking a Senior Control Systems and Instrumentation (CS&I) Engineer for the Mining & Metals team, based in Brisbane, Australia. This role will be responsible for the design and specification of general instrumentation, valves and DCS/PLC based control systems. The engineer will provide CS&I engineering and design support to Bechtel projects seamlessly and with high quality. Responsibilities include coordinating the production of technical drawings, calculations, specifications and material take‑offs for design, procurement and constructability aspects; supporting and reviewing engineering developed by third‑party engineering service providers; facilitating technical discussions and design reviews; reviewing vendor information and project/client design specifications; ensuring compliance with applicable regulations and standards; and overseeing control systems and instrumentation design of surface infrastructure and mining bulk handling and process plant design by external consultants.

Major Responsibilities

• Material handling and process plant instrumentation design for small, medium and large size projects
• Preparation, evaluation and package engineering of Scope of Services for Plant Control Systems, Telecommunications and Instrumentation Packages for mining/processing plants
• Preparation of study reports, scopes of work, equipment specifications, functional specifications and datasheets
• Proposal preparation and cost estimates
• Selection and specification of instrumentation in accordance with equipment datasheets
• Design and modify panel layout, schematic wiring and termination diagrams for industrial control systems
• Develop I&C schedules (cable, instrument, I/O, etc.)
• Develop changeover plans for brownfield control system upgrades
• PLC and Remote IO control system design
• Design and layout of plant control rooms
• Location and arrangement of DCS and other control cabinets within plant
• Participate in design and hazard reviews
• Review supplier documentation to ensure project specifications are satisfied
• Mentor and assist junior instrumentation and control system engineers

Education And Experience Requirements

• Bachelor's degree (or international equivalent) and 10–13 years of relevant experience
• Experience with functional safety system and TUV certification is highly regarded

Required Knowledge and Skills

• Degree in engineering, CPEng status and current RPEQ
• Demonstrated experience in Control System/Instrumentation Engineering
• Excellent attitude towards safety and demonstrated compliance with safety requirements
• Design and engineering experience in mining, processing plant or oil and gas industries
• Knowledge of industry or regulatory standards and study criteria pertinent to instrumentation and control systems engineering, ensuring compliance with all relevant engineering standards and internal procedures
• Effective communication skills with internal and external clients
• Smart Instrumentation experience is favourable
• Working rights in Australia without employer sponsorship are required

Total Rewards and Benefits

Bechtel offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support career growth and well‑being. For more information about benefits and rewards, visit Bechtel Total Rewards.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Bechtel is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, disability, citizenship status (except as authorized by law), protected veteran status, genetic information, and any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Applicants with a disability, who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, may e‑mail their request to [e-mail]