" \u003cdiv class=\"ja-job-details\"\u003e \u003ch2 class=\"title\"\u003eControls \u0026amp; Automation Engineer -Malaga, WA\u003c/h2\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"meta\"\u003e \u003cul class=\"classifications\"\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"19473\"\u003e Australia \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"19474\"\u003e Western Australia \u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cp class=\"date-posted\"\u003e 21/10/2026 \u003c/p\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003cul class=\"bullet-points\"\u003e \u003cli\u003eWork on innovative PLC, HMI and SCADA control systems for industrial equipment.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eHands-on involvement in automation design, programming, testing and commissionin\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eJoin a collaborative engineering team delivering technically challenging automat\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"description\"\u003e \u003cdiv style=\"text-align:justify\"\u003eOur client is an established engineering and equipment solutions provider specialising in industrial automation, control systems and mechanical equipment.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c/div\u003e \u003cdiv style=\"text-align:justify\"\u003eThis opportunity is ideal for an engineer passionate about \u003cstrong\u003ePLC programming, SCADA development, control system design and industrial automation\u003c/strong\u003e, who enjoys working across the full project lifecycle \u0026mdash; from initial design and development through to factory acceptance testing, site commissioning and technical support.\u003c/div\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Reporting to the Head of Controls \u0026amp; Automation, you will collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams to deliver reliable, efficient and innovative automation solutions.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eKey Responsibilities\u003c/strong\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eDesign, develop and implement industrial control systems, including PLC programming, HMI interfaces and Citect SCADA applications.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDevelop and maintain control system functional descriptions, electrical drawings and technical documentation.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSpecify instrumentation and control requirements for industrial equipment.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePerform Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), system troubleshooting and on-site commissioning.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDevelop, standardise and continuously improve PLC software and automation packages.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eProvide technical support to customers, engineering teams and after-sales service personnel.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAssist in developing automation solutions for new products and research and development initiatives, including collision avoidance systems.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCollaborate with mechanical engineers, project managers, electrical engineers and other technical stakeholders.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDevelop technical training materials and support knowledge-sharing initiatives.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eEnsure all engineering activities comply with relevant workplace health, safety, environmental and quality standards.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eProvide project estimates, progress updates and technical input to support successful project delivery.\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e Skills \u0026amp; Experience To be successful in this position, you will ideally demonstrate:\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMinimum 3 years of experience\u003c/strong\u003e in PLC programming and industrial control system design.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eTertiary qualification in \u003cstrong\u003eElectrical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Software Engineering\u003c/strong\u003e or a related discipline.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExperience working with PLC platforms such as \u003cstrong\u003eAllen-Bradley, Schneider Electric and GE\u003c/strong\u003e.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePractical knowledge of HMI development, Citect SCADA and industrial automation systems.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAbility to interpret and develop electrical drawings, functional specifications and technical documentation.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFamiliarity with engineering design software such as AutoCAD or Solid Edge.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eStrong troubleshooting, analytical and problem-solving skills.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExcellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively with multidisciplinary engineering teams.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eStrong organisational skills, attention to detail and the ability to manage competing project priorities.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWillingness to undertake domestic and international travel as required.\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e Why Consider This Opportunity? \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eGain exposure to a diverse range of industrial automation and engineering projects.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWork across the complete automation project lifecycle, from design to commissioning.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eContribute to continuous improvement, software standardisation and new product development.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCollaborate with experienced engineers and technical specialists.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eApply your technical expertise to practical, real-world engineering challenges.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eBuild your career in industrial controls, automation and equipment engineering.\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e Apply Now If you are an experienced \u003cstrong\u003eControls Engineer, Automation Engineer, PLC Programmer or Electrical Control Systems Engineer\u003c/strong\u003e looking for your next career opportunity, we would love to hear from you.\u003cbr\u003e Submit your updated CV through \u003cstrong\u003eKonnecting Recruitment\u003c/strong\u003e to be considered for this opportunity.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to Apply:\u003c/strong\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e \u003cdiv style=\"text-align:justify\"\u003eIf you think you have the above qualities, are looking for a new challenge, and believe you have what it takes to drive a team to succeed consistently, please forward your resume, along with a cover letter, by clicking on the apply button below.\u0026nbsp; Alternatively, you may email your application letter with a resume to\u0026nbsp;\u003cstrong\u003erecruitment@konnecting.com\u003c/strong\u003e\u0026nbsp;and quote reference\u0026nbsp;\u003cstrong\u003e#4086998\u0026nbsp;\u003c/strong\u003ein the email subject.\u003c/div\u003e \u003cdiv style=\"text-align:justify\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAbout Konnecting\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c/em\u003e\u003c/strong\u003eKonnecting is an Australian Skilled Migration \u0026amp; Recruitment Consultancy that\u0026nbsp;sources candidates for niche and specialist roles.\u0026nbsp; We are also a registered migration agency that processes Australian employer-sponsored visas.\u003c/div\u003e \u003cdiv style=\"text-align:justify\"\u003eFor more positions offering visa sponsorship or for other Australian visa information, please visit\u0026nbsp;www.konnecting.com.\u003c/div\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"apply\"\u003e \u003ca class=\"back-link\" href=\"#\" title=\"Back to search results\"\u003eBack to search results\u003c/a\u003e \u003cinput type=\"button\" class=\"ja-button\" data-job-id=\"4480330\" value=\"Apply Now\" title=\"Apply Now\" /\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003c/div\u003e "