Control System Engineer at LMS Energy
Join LMS Energy, Australia's largest emissions reducer and national leader in biogas‑to‑energy and solar on landfill, as a full‑time Control Systems Engineer in Prospect, South Australia. In this role you will work across the full lifecycle of control systems for complex and innovative bioenergy projects, helping shape systems that support LMS's growing portfolio of Agwaste, landfill gas and renewable energy assets.
Why LMS Energy?
* Health and wellbeing options, including the opportunity to work from home, flexible start and finish times, a weekly wellbeing hour and access to our holistic Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
* Learning and development in a supportive team environment with professional, safety and technical training opportunities and growth pathways.
* Community impact with participation in various charitable activities and volunteering opportunities using a "Give Back Day".
* Diversity, equity and inclusion committee and focus groups, ensuring a workplace where every individual feels valued, included and empowered.
* Leave entitlements, including prorated long‑service leave, study leave and employer‑paid parental leave.
* Rewards and recognition for length of service and cultural and safety excellence.
Responsibilities:
* Design, program and commission automation and control systems using Allen‑Bradley Logix processors and Citect SCADA.
* Maintain and optimise control systems across platforms including Siemens S7, Red Lion and legacy Allen‑Bradley (Logix and SLC500).
* Develop and manage communication protocols such as Modbus TCP/RTU, HART, CANbus, and associated HMI systems.
* Apply electrical engineering knowledge to power distribution, control schematics, protection systems, VFD configuration and network communications.
* Prepare and maintain documentation including I/O lists, specifications, control philosophies and scopes of work.
* Provide technical support to operations including troubleshooting, fault finding and driving continuous improvement.
* Coordinate and oversee contractors during installation and commissioning to ensure quality, compliance and safety.
Requirements:
* A bachelor's degree in a relevant engineering field or equivalent technical experience.
* 5+ years of hands‑on experience in developing, integrating, testing and commissioning PLC‑based automation and control systems.
* Proficient with Rockwell Automation Studio5000 / RSLogix500 software and Citect SCADA.
* Experience in FAT and SAT.
* Strong technical skills in PLC and RTU programming.
* Effective organisational and time management capabilities with a keen focus on detail.
* Australian Driver's Licence.
* Uphold LMS' company values and culture.
Employment is conditional upon a pre‑employment medical and entitlement to work in Australia. Some roles require up‑to‑date vaccinations records.
We are continuously searching for passionate individuals that value the environment, have a caring outlook and want to work towards a brighter future. If this sounds like you, please click apply, we'd love to hear from you Check out our website to learn more about what we do
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