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Lead control systems engineer

Newcastle
SAFEgroup Pty Ltd
System Engineer
Posted: 15 April
Offer description

SAFEgroup Automation (SGA), with a combined team of over 200 engineers, delivers a depth of experience to our clients and provides a wide range of career opportunities for our employees. We have built a successful business around using innovative technologies to provide custom solutions for those industries such as water and wastewater, utilities, infrastructure, manufacturing, and food and beverages. We are extremely proud of our client‐centric culture and providing clients with innovative solutions that make a real difference by improving production, efficiency, reliability, safety and cost savings.

About the Role

An opportunity has arisen for a Lead Engineer within our Head office at Mayfield West. The Lead Engineer partners with SGA clients to design and implement tailored technology solutions, including PLC, SCADA, and related systems. In addition to technical responsibilities, the Lead Engineer mentors and guides engineers, ensuring quality standards and fostering professional growth. Work is divided between office‐based development and on‐site commissioning.

Key Responsibilities

* Lead a project lifecycle inclusive of design, documentation, development, testing and commissioning
* Participate in design review/workshops with client and other parties involved
* Ensure project delivery meets with schedule and budget constraints
* Manage automation project personnel and resources to meet key milestones and deadlines
* Verify, interpret, and ensure delivery of customer requirements and contracted project deliverables
* Lead, coach, develop and participate in informal and formal reviews for staff in the automation team

About You

* Degree qualified in Engineering having extensive work experience in control systems design, programming and commissioning
* Widespread skills and knowledge in electrical design, fault finding and commissioning of industrial automation plants
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
* Ability to manage projects and teams
* Ability to engage effectively with a diverse range of internal and external stakeholders

Qualifications / Experience Required

* Be, or willing to become, a Registered Engineer in Victoria
* Expert in Industrial Control and Automation (SCADA/DCS and PLC) including design, software development, testing and commissioning
* PLC, SCADA, and HMI experience across the major Vendor platforms - Rockwell, Siemens, and Schneider
* Experience in legacy control systems and modernisation strategies will be highly valued

Why Join Us

At SGA, we are committed to fostering a culture that empowers our people, encourages sustainability, and promotes teamwork and work‐life balance. Our Mission is to raise the bar in engineering. For the successful candidate, the position will offer the opportunity to join a dynamic team developing leading solutions in industrial automation.

What We Offer You

* An exciting opportunity to develop your career with ongoing training and mentorship
* Leading automation technology
* Exposure to innovative industry leading projects
* Regular executive team exposure
* A positive inclusive team culture
* Flexible work options
* Fun workspaces including games areas
* Novated leases
* Extended paid parental leave
* Recruitment referral bonuses
* Access to Employee Assistance Program

How to Apply

At SGA we strive to create a place where everyone has equal opportunity. We encourage applications from people of all ages, nationalities, abilities, and cultures - including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, the LGBTQI+ community and people living with disability.

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