Control Systems Engineer - Saunders Automation – Perth Saunders Automation is a specialist electrical and control systems engineering company with deep expertise in PLC, SCADA, DCS and RTU projects across multiple industries. As we grow, we're looking for a Control Systems Engineer to join our Perth team. About the Role You'll provide industrial control system support (remote and onsite) and contribute to full project delivery — from concept and detailed design through to FAT, SAT, commissioning and client handover. Work spans a range of industries with mostly office-based and local site work. What You'll Do Design, develop and program control systems across PLC, HMI and SCADA platforms (Siemens, Rockwell, Schneider Electric, Emerson and others) Deliver functional design specs, control philosophy documentation and OT network design Execute FAT, SAT and commissioning plans Provide technical support and mentoring to the wider team Manage work to Australian Standards and company procedures What You'll Bring Essential: Tertiary qualification in Engineering Hands-on experience with industrial control systems programming White/Blue Card (Construction WHS Induction) Strong problem-solving skills and a self-starter attitude Valid driver's licence and willingness to travel occasionally Desirable: experience with industrial networking, cybersecurity, or HMI/SCADA platforms such as Ignition, Citect, WinCC or FactoryTalk. What We Offer Competitive salary · Flexible work arrangements · Wellbeing leave · Paid parental leave · Employee Assistance Program · Cost of living discounts · Ongoing training and development How to Apply Ready to take the next step? Hit Apply and send us your resume - we can’t wait to hear from you! To join the Saunders team, you’ll need: ✅ Full working rights in Australia ✅ Contactable references ✅ A clear criminal record check ✅ To complete a pre-employment medical (including drug & alcohol screening) For the right person, we would consider engaging you under the type of contract that works for you - full time, part time, ongoing, or temporary. Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging Saunders embraces the values of an innovative and diverse workforce and recognises that inclusion sets us all up for success. We encourage applications from people of all ages, individuals with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, ADF veterans, members of the LGBTIQA community and other culturally diverse backgrounds. We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments to ensure a positive, barrier-free recruitment experience and supportive workplace. All suitably qualified or experienced applicants will be considered. We appreciate the time and effort that goes into each application. While we review every submission carefully, we aren’t always able to respond individually due to application volume. (REF: 1271507)