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Base pay range
A$93,586.00/yr - A$130,000.00/yr
Looking for more than just another PLC engineering role? Passionate about becoming a member of one of Australia's leading major research facilities, specialising in technology and innovation?
Your expertise will directly contribute to groundbreaking scientific outcomes across critical sectors, including health and medicine, food, the environment, biotechnology, nanotechnology, energy, mining, agriculture, advanced materials, and cultural heritage.
What's in it for you:
Looking for more than just another PLC engineering role? Passionate about becoming a member of one of Australia's leading major research facilities, specialising in technology and innovation?
Your expertise will directly contribute to groundbreaking scientific outcomes across critical sectors, including health and medicine, food, the environment, biotechnology, nanotechnology, energy, mining, agriculture, advanced materials, and cultural heritage.
What's in it for you:
* Enjoy flexible full-time hours, Monday - Friday, giving you the freedom to balance work and life
* Design and build systems that directly support world-class research and technological breakthroughs
* Collaborate with world-class researchers and engineers in an environment that encourages professional growth and knowledge exchange
What you'll be doing:
* Managing full-lifecycle control system projects - from concept to commissioning
* Developing and maintaining automation systems using Siemens, Beckhoff, Schneider, and other platforms
* Supporting ongoing operations by diagnosing and solving system issues
* Creating robust documentation, procedures, and safety protocols
* Staying connected with global experts to ensure best practices and innovation
Selection Criteria
Your expertise:
* Bachelor's or higher in Mechatronics, Electrical, Computer Science, or related field
* 5+ years experience in control systems design and implementation
To be successful you will have:
* Strong hands-on experience with Siemens PLCs (S7-300, S7-1500, and 1700 platforms essential), with additional experience across Toshiba, Schneider Premium, and Allen-Bradley PLC systems
* Proven experience designing and implementing personal and equipment safety systems using Siemens safety platforms. Hands-on experience with safe motion control systems using Beckhoff and familiarity with ELMO motion controllers
* Practical experience integrating and programming industrial robots, including KUKA, Stäubli, and Epson, for complex automation environments
* Exposure to or experience with EPICS (Experimental Physics and Industrial Control System) is highly desirable
* Knowledge and experience with Profinet, OPC UA, Modbus, EtherCAT, and other real-time industrial communication protocols essential for system integration and device interoperability
* Ability to read, interpret, and create electrical schematics using tools such as AutoCAD, Zuken E3, or equivalent platforms
* Proficient with Linux environments, with programming experience in Python and/or C++, particularly for automation, scripting, or system-level integration tasks
* Familiarity with Jira or similar tools for agile task management
* Solid knowledge of Australian and international machinery safety standards (e.g., AS4024). Experience conducting risk assessments and holding relevant safety certifications preferred
* Registration or eligibility as a professional engineer in Victoria
Eligibility: All applicants must be Australian citizens and willing to participate in a National Security Clearance process
How to apply:
* Click the apply button & submit your up-to-date resume with cover letter addressing your suitability to the role of PLC Control Systems Engineer against the above selection criteria
* For any questions relating to this position, please contact Grace at Horner on (03) 8558 4444
At Horner we recognise the value of a diverse workforce and the creation of inclusive workforce cultures. We actively encourage applications from any background.
We provide reasonable adjustments for individuals with disability - please email adjustments@horner.com.au if you require an adjustment to be made during the recruitment process. Please note that applications or resumes sent to this email address will not be accepted or responded to.
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