_{11th August, 2026}

Role Overview
 
OPUS TR is seeking a highly capable Control Systems Engineer to support major infrastructure projects across Australia. This role is suited to an engineer with strong technical depth in automation, SCADA, PLC/RTU programming, and control system integration across complex operational environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, configure, and optimise PLC, SCADA, HMI, RTU, and DCS systems for industrial and renewable energy assets.
• Lead control system design, architecture development, and functional specification documentation.
• Perform logic development, testing, FAT/SAT, and commissioning activities.
• Integrate control systems with plant equipment
• Conduct troubleshooting, root‑cause analysis, and performance optimisation for operational assets.
• Ensure compliance with Australian standards, network requirements, cybersecurity frameworks, and project specifications.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams, OEMs, and site personnel to ensure seamless project delivery.
• Provide technical input into tenders, feasibility studies, and design reviews.

Skills & Experience

• Degree in Electrical, Mechatronics, Control Systems, or Automation Engineering.
• Proven experience in industrial automation or renewable energy control systems.
• Proficiency with major platforms such as Siemens, Allen‑Bradley, Schneider, Rockwell.
• Strong understanding of communication protocols 
• Experience with SCADA platforms (e.g., Citect, Ignition, Wonderware, GE iFIX, AVEVA).
• Ability to interpret P&IDs, SLDs, control philosophies, and functional specifications.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and documentation skills.
• Experience delivering projects through design, testing, commissioning, and operational support phases.

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