• Pivotal role in the development and design of automated processes
• R&D Manufacturing company
• Competitive salary package

The Company
Our client is at the cutting edge of manufacturing when it comes to next-generation, smart, composite materials. They have researched, developed, and produced one of the lightest, strongest, and most cost-effective composite materials ever created.

The Position
Control Systems Engineer to contribute to the development of innovative processing equipment. The Control Systems Engineer will play a pivotal role in the development and design of automated processes.

Duties

• Develop the process automation/control systems (including communication networks) hardware architecture - typically comprising of PLCs, safety controllers, functional safety field devices, variable speed drives, power generation and chemical (gas) processing equipment.
• In conjunction with process specialists, design control schemes for new material processing lines, then build, test and operate these systems.
• Assist in the development of new capabilities for control system design, testing, certification and production.
• Develop, program and implement control systems and control strategies for process manufacturing applications, simulating and testing to ensuring stability and reliability.
• Develop and maintain system documentation including functional specifications, design specifications, test plans, and operational manuals.
• Provide technical support to development and operational teams during system development, commissioning, deployment and production.
• Participate in the engineering peer group and exchange of ideas and feedback within the team.
• Ensure all regulatory and safety requirements are met.
• Stay up to date with the latest control systems technologies and industry trends.
• Train staff in control systems functionality and troubleshooting.
• Ensure the safety of all activities, including safety procedures and risk assessments for development and production activities.
• Assist with submissions to all relevant certification authorities for approvals.
• Establish systems and procedures for management of control system design data, in collaboration with control system engineers at other sites.
• Assist in continually improving the output of the team.

Required Experience

• Experience in control system design, installation testing and manufacturing.
• PLC system design and programming, HMI design, programming, coding, testing and operation.
• Post-graduate degree or advanced qualifications in Control Systems, Industrial Control, Electrical, Mechatronics or Renewable Energy.
• Experience with artificial intelligence / machine learning for intelligent control.
• Experience in the new energy industry, manufacturing or research & development.
• Functional Safety qualifications (i.e. TUV Certified Engineer).
• At least 3 years of automation/control systems engineering experience within a mining/oil & gas or industrial setting.

To apply, please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience and qualifications to clint@phillipriley.com.au or contact me on 08 6280 2275 for a confidential discussion