Senior Instrumentation & Control Systems Engineer

PHE; City of Brisbane; On-site; AUD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

PHE Group / PHE Engineering in Brisbane invites a Senior Engineer to lead instrumentation and control scopes across the full project lifecycle, from concept to commissioning, working with electrical construction, panel-building and HV teams.

You will develop PLC/DCS/SIS, SCADA/HMI, and OT networks, mentor engineers, review technical work, and help set standards for a growing discipline across power, mining, and infrastructure projects in Australia.

Qualifications

• Engineering degree in electrical, instrumentation, control systems, mechatronics or related discipline.
• Typically 8+ years of industrial I&C experience with senior technical responsibility.
• Hands-on capability with at least one major PLC/SCADA platform and strong knowledge of instrumentation and industrial communications.
• Full-lifecycle experience from design through FAT/SAT and commissioning.
• Strong communication skills to earn client trust and lead technical discussions.

Responsibilities

• Lead instrumentation and control systems scopes across the complete project lifecycle.
• Develop practical PLC/DCS/SIS, SCADA/HMI, instrumentation and OT network solutions.
• Work directly with clients, constructors, panel builders, OEMs and commissioning teams.
• Lead FAT, SAT, site integration, troubleshooting and commissioning support.
• Review technical work, mentor engineers and help establish the standards and tools for a growing discipline.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Client liaison

Education

Engineering degree (Electrical/Instrumentation/Control Systems/Mechatronics)

Tools

PLC/SCADA platforms

Industrial communications

Job description

THE OPPORTUNITY:

PHE Engineering is growing, and we are looking for a Senior Engineer to help shape our instrumentation, automation and control systems capability.

This is not a narrow design-office role. You will lead work from concept and detailed design through software, panel integration, FAT, SAT and commissioning - alongside PHE's electrical construction, panel-building and high-voltage teams. Your work will reach the field, and you will see the outcome.

Our project pipeline spans power generation, renewables and BESS, mining, gas, manufacturing and major infrastructure. Backed by a national group of 550+ people and 50 years of delivery experience, PHE Engineering offers the influence of a growing team with the delivery strength of an established contractor.

In this role you will:

• Lead instrumentation and control systems scopes across the complete project lifecycle.
• Develop practical PLC/DCS/SIS, SCADA/HMI, instrumentation and OT network solutions.
• Work directly with clients, constructors, panel builders, OEMs and commissioning teams.
• Lead FAT, SAT, site integration, troubleshooting and commissioning support.
• Review technical work, mentor engineers and help establish the standards and tools for a growing discipline.

ABOUT YOU:

• An engineering degree in electrical, instrumentation, control systems, mechatronics or a related discipline.
• Typically, 8+ years of industrial I&C experience, including senior technical responsibility.
• Hands-on capability with at least one major PLC/SCADA platform and strong knowledge of instrumentation and industrial communications.
• Full-lifecycle experience from design through FAT/SAT and commissioning.
• The communication skills to earn client trust, lead technical discussions and develop other engineers.

ABOUT PHE GROUP & PHE ENGINEERING

PHE Group is an electrical and instrumentation contractor with five specialist divisions and more than 50 years' experience. From design and installation to commissioning, shutdowns and logistics, we deliver projects that last.

With branches and projects across Australia's key mining regions, we're trusted to deliver where it matters most.

PHE Engineering delivers practical, systems-driven solutions across industrial, energy and infrastructure settings - from HV reticulation including earthing and lightning protection through to LV power and lighting design, as well as in automation, control systems and operational technology. At every stage of their career, our people are supported to learn, grow and succeed, while gaining exposure to the projects shaping Australia's future.

As part of PHE Group, our reputation is reinforced by recognition at both State and National levels. At the 2025 NECA SA/NT Excellence Awards, we secured honours across the Industrial Large ($2M-$20M) and Industrial X-Large ($20M+) categories for BHP's Carrapateena Hydrofloat and Underground Crusher 2.0 projects respectively. We also received the Perpetual Award - the judges' highest accolade, reserved for the project they consider the standout submission across all categories - recognising excellence in safety, quality, innovation and culture.

This success was followed by national recognition at the 2025 NECA National Excellence Awards, where PHE Group received the Industrial X-Large Project ($20M+) award for the Carrapateena Underground Crusher 2.0 project, and a Certificate of Commendation - Industrial Large ($2M-$20M) for the Carrapateena Hydrofloat project. These achievements highlight the calibre of our people and affirm the standards that guide our work across every division of PHE Group.

Come be a part of that success. Join an award-winning team - and take your place in delivering projects that are shaping the future of Australia's evolving sectors and the electrical industry.

We seek people who bring both capability and alignment with our values. To support this, our recruitment process includes a range of checks to confirm suitability for the role and workplace. These may include police and background clearances, medical assessments, drug and alcohol testing, right-to-work verification, reference checks, and other due diligence measures.

SUPPORTING A DIVERSE WORKFORCE

At PHE Group, diversity is core to how we build strong teams and deliver complex projects. Our workforce reflects the reality of a modern Australia - bringing together people across gender, culture, age, ability, career pathways, and global experience. This mix of perspectives leads to sharper thinking, stronger collaboration, and more resilient outcomes for our clients.

This commitment was recognised at the 2025 NECA Excellence Awards, where PHE Group was recognised with the Leaders in Diversity (Business) award at both Queensland and National levels. These honours speak to the breadth of our approach - expanding participation for women in trade pathways, creating meaningful opportunities for Indigenous engagement, welcoming global capability and embedding inclusive practices across our organisation.

We are an Equal Opportunity employer who are committed to providing a recruitment process that is fair, equitable, and accessible. If you require adjustments to support your application, we encourage you to reach out so we can ensure the process works for you.