Senior Instrumentation Controls Engineer Portland, Victoria Monday to Friday, 40 hours Onsite 12-month contract with likelihood of extending Up to $105 p/hr If relocating, temporary accommodation can be provided for 4 weeks while securing housing Responsibilities: Lead and contribute to instrumentation and control system design — with strong experience in PLC control systems (Rockwell preferred) and brownfield applications.
Support proposals and business development by preparing execution strategies, estimates, and technical content.
Build strong relationships with customers, suppliers, and contractors to drive successful project outcomes.
Plan and coordinate team workloads, ensuring resource coverage, performance support, and technical mentoring.
Ensure all design and engineering deliverables meet safety, environmental, and regulatory standards.
Participate in project planning and execution, contributing to cost, schedule, and quality objectives.
Prepare and review engineering documentation, specifications, data sheets, and bid evaluations.
Support construction, commissioning, and operations through technical input and on-site collaboration.
Candidate criteria: Tertiary qualifications in Electrical / Electronics / Mechatronics or Chemical Engineering RPEV, or ability to obtain within 3 months of joining Strong foundation in instrumentation design and interfaces to PLC control systems in brownfield environments.
Experience in industrial process facilities; aluminium smelter exposure advantageous but not essential.
Familiarity with Rockwell Control Systems preferred.
Site based experience will also be highly regarded Based in, or willingness to relocate to Portland, ViC (or surrounds).