Automation Engineer

Scope of Work:

• Control Systems Architecture - Translating electrical/mechanical schematics into reliable PLC programs (e.g., Allen-Bradley, Siemens, etc.).
• Industrial HMI/SCADA Development - Designing Human-Machine Interfaces (HMI) and Supervisory Control & Data Acquisition (SCADA) screens for operator monitoring and control.
• On-Site Commissioning & Troubleshooting - Installing, debugging and optimising control systems in client/site plants.

Technical Responsibilities:

• Software Programming - Write structured PLC code, modify and optimise control code using relevant languages (e.g. Ladder Logic, Structured Text, Function Block Diagram etc.)
• Hardware Integration - Program and configure Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs), servo drives, robotics, sensors, actuators, and safety interlocks.
• Industrial Networking - Design and troubleshoot fieldbus and industrial communication protocols (EitherNet/IP, PROFINET, Modbus, DeviceNet et)
• Process Optimisation - Identify bottlenecks in existing automation routines to improve cycle times, reduce equipment downtime, and enhance plant/site safety.
• System Commissioning & Troubleshooting - Conduct Factor Acceptance Testing (FAT) and Site Acceptance Testing (SAT), using virtual simulation and/or physical hardware testing, debug electrical errors and perform root-cause analysis on faults under production pressure prior to commissioning.
• Documentation & Safety Standards - Develop Control Functional Specifications (CFS), I/O lists, operator manuals, and ensure full compliance with relevant standards.

People Management/Leadership Responsibilities:

• Be a role model for your team - leading by example.
• Inspire, lead and manage a team effectively - Influence desired outcomes utilising effective leadership skills.
• Ensure compliance with all standards, procedures and regulatory requirements
• Educate, train, develop, coach and constructively correct team members to enable them to progress their skills and abilities.

Travel

This role is office-based primarily, with a requirement to travel domestically or overseas to client sites when required