Our Opportunity
Work Location: Port Hedland – Fortescue's Hedland Operations are located on the traditional lands of the Kariyarra people.
Roster: 8D/6R FIFO ex Perth or Residential Port Hedland
We are currently seeking a motivated and experienced Process Control Engineer to join our Port Hedland Operations. You will be supported by a team of experts and be responsible for design, integration and improvements within the control system.
Key Responsibilities
* Anticipate & proactively resolve potential problems to ensure a zero-harm environment through design/ formulation of technical solutions
* Liaise with relevant departments to provide technical solutions for operational support and projects
* Build co-operative relationships to design new equipment and/or systems in conjunction with internal & external experts
* Design and develop new control systems including testing, maintaining and modifying existing systems to ensure optimal utilisation
* Commissioning of drives, instrumentation, and miscellaneous field devices
* Support the ongoing maintenance of control systems assets including PLCs, servers, network and communication equipment, and field devices
* Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards for process control systems
Qualifications and Experience
* Tertiary Qualifications in Engineering (Electrical, Mechatronic, or similar)
* Experience in control systems engineering within the mining or heavy industry.
* Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and projects simultaneously while maintaining a high level of attention to detail and quality.
* Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills, with the ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with individuals from diverse backgrounds and disciplines.
* Proficiency in programming languages such as PLC (GE, Schneider preferred), SCADA (Cimplicity preferred) and HMI systems.
* Proficient with GE and Schneider PLC's as well as Cimplicity SCADA systems
* Proficiency in control system design and advanced Profibus/Profinet diagnostics skills are essential.
* Experience with software tools for data analysis, simulation, and modelling
* Experience with ABB and Siemens Variable Speed Drives (VSD) is highly desirable.
* Working knowledge of engineering design and operation principles applicable to the fields of electrical and instrumentation engineering for process plants including stackers, reclaimers, shiploaders and car dumpers
* Exceptional computer literacy is a prerequisite for this role. Familiarity with programming languages such as SQL or similar is advantageous.
* TUV Functional Safety Certified Engineer.
About Us
Be part of something big. Fortescue is leading the world with our plan to decarbonise our iron ore operations, projects that harness renewable energy and the development of technology that will change our planet forever.
Our Commitment
Fortescue celebrates individual strengths and team members are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work. Our global workforce drives and promotes an inclusive culture, both within our organisation and throughout the communities we interact with. Diverse backgrounds include First Nations Peoples, people with disabilities, LGBTQ+ community, gender, neurodiverse, cultural diversity, all age groups, and those with an intersectional or multiple diverse characteristics. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.
Internal Candidates / Current Contractors please apply via Success Factors Careers Portal. For further information on how to apply please visit the Fortescue Hub.
Fortescue reserves the right to close applications early should a suitable pool of candidates be identified. Fortescue will never contact you to ask for payment of any kind, whether directly or through a third party.