Senior Instrumentation and Control Engineer page is loaded## Senior Instrumentation and Control Engineerlocations: Brisbane: Melbourneposted on: Posted 4 Days Agotime left to apply: End Date: May 25, 2026 (27 days left to apply)job requisition id: 20095403**Job Description****Benefits*** Growth opportunity supporting an active pipeline of upcoming projects and Upcoming tenders* Brisbane preferred (flexible to be based in another major city) with national travel as required* Work across the full EPC lifecycle: tender, design, procurement support, construction support and commissioning* Join a global leader with meaningful opportunities to grow, develop and progress your career.**About the Opportunity**We are seeking a Senior I&C Engineer to lead the design, development and implementation of advanced Instrumentation and Control systems for major water infrastructure projects, including water treatment and desalination plants. This position combines deep technical expertise with leadership and project delivery capability to support successful tender outcomes and project delivery.You will work closely with electrical, mechanical, civil and process teams, as well as suppliers, subcontractors and client stakeholders, to develop integrated, practical solutions. This is a dynamic environment with tight timeframes, so you will need to be adaptable, well organised and confident working autonomously, while contributing to a collaborative, high‐performance culture.* Lead I&C engineering across tenders and bids, including client workshops, strategic questioning, risk/opportunity evaluation, value engineering options, and delivery planning (resourcing, sequencing, labour histograms and cost inputs)* Provide technical leadership for I&C scope through front-end engineering and project delivery, ensuring designs meet specifications, standards, safety requirements, and client expectations* Develop project methods and support innovation by engaging with new approaches, contractors and solution options* Manage schedules, risks, scope and critical path items to protect key milestones and support effective transitions between project stages* Coordinate construction engineering activities, ensuring method statements are implemented, temporary works responsibilities are followed, and re‐planning is communicated effectively* Support commissioning readiness and execution, including interfaces with commissioning leadership, punch list management, LOTO alignment, and completion of as‐built documentation* Apply and promote digital engineering tools to support design coordination, site planning and collaboration, including utilities identification and constructability considerations* Drive compliance and quality outcomes, incorporating sound governance, risk management and WHS due diligence* Mentor and develop less experienced engineers and contribute to team performance, accountability and continuous improvement**Required Skills and Competencies*** Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, Control Engineering, Instrumentation Engineering, or a related discipline* Ideally you will have 10+ years' experience with proven capability operating independently in senior roles* Strong background in process control systems including PLCs, DCS and SCADA, and proficiency configuring/programming PLCs/HMIs/control software* Experience with Siemens control systems and DCS environments (highly desirable)* Experience in EPC environments across engineering, procurement and construction interfaces, including supplier/contractor coordination and contract awareness* Strong client and stakeholder communication, comfortable contributing in workshops and frequent meetings* Strong planning, prioritisation and problem‐solving skills; comfortable working to tight timeframes and shifting priorities**What we offer**At ACCIONA, you will contribute to meaningful infrastructure with sustainability embedded across the full project lifecycle. We operate with a strong safety culture, supported by robust systems and standards. You will work in a collaborative team that values innovation, leadership and continuous improvement, with access to development programs and career growth opportunities.*ACCIONA has been given the Top Employer 2022, 2023, 2024 & 2025 certification in Australia, which certifies the company's commitment to excellence in human resources management and those who focus on putting their people first through their exceptional HR policies. Since establishing a presence in Australia in 2002, ACCIONA has made significant investments in local opportunities and project development. ACCIONA employs more than 3,000 people in its renewable energy, infrastructure and water projects across Australia & New Zealand.**We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and promote equality and diversity. Indigenous Australians and candidates from minority groups are encouraged to apply.*#J-18808-Ljbffr