Control Systems Engineer

Job Description

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We are currently seeking a Control Systems Engineer to join a mining owner/operator in WA. This is an opportunity to get in early as they look to bring engineering capability in-house.

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This position will commence as a short-term contract, with the potential for extension based on project requirements and performance. It offers an excellent opportunity to work on a range of operational and project-based automation initiatives within a technically diverse environment.

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The role will suit an engineer with hands-on experience in PLC, SCADA and instrumentation systems who enjoys a mix of design, troubleshooting, commissioning and operational support. Working alongside electrical, operations and project teams, you will play a key role in maintaining and improving plant automation systems across a range of brownfield projects for two process plants in WA.
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Responsibilities \n
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  Develop, modify and troubleshoot PLC programs using Allen-Bradley / Rockwell Automation Studio 5000 platforms.

  
  
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  Configure, maintain and support Citect SCADA and Plant SCADA systems.

  
  
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  Perform instrumentation configuration, calibration, loop checking and fault finding activities.

  
  
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  Support site commissioning activities, shutdowns and operational improvement projects.

  
  
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  Diagnose and resolve issues associated with PLCs, SCADA systems, field instrumentation and industrial communication networks.

  
  
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  Read and interpret P&IDs, electrical schematics, control schematics, single-line diagrams and I/O drawings.

  
  
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  Assist in the development and maintenance of technical documentation including:

  
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    Functional Design Specifications (FDS)

    
    
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    Control Narratives

    
    
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    Cause & Effect Matrices

    
    
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    I/O Lists

    
    
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    Test Procedures and Commissioning Documentation

    
    
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  Work closely with operations and maintenance personnel to optimize plant performance and reliability.

  
  
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Experience & Skills \n
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  3-5 years' experience in mining, mineral processing, manufacturing or heavy industrial environments.

  
  
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  Practical experience programming and troubleshooting Allen-Bradley PLCs using Studio 5000.

  
  
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  Experience supporting Citect SCADA and/or Plant SCADA systems.

  
  
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  Strong understanding of industrial control systems and instrumentation.

  
  
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  Ability to interpret P&IDs, control schematics and electrical drawings.

  
  
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  Experience with commissioning, shutdown support and troubleshooting within operating facilities.

  
  
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  Familiarity with industrial communication protocols such as Ethernet/IP and Modbus.

  
  
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  Strong problem-solving, communication and stakeholder engagement skills.

  
  
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  Ability to work autonomously while contributing effectively within multidisciplinary teams.

  
  
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Desirable Experience \n
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  Experience with PowerFlex, Danfoss or similar VSD platforms.

  
  
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  Experience with motor management and overload protection systems including E300 and TeSys T.

  
  
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  Understanding of safety systems, interlocks and plant protection philosophies.

  
  
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  Exposure to industrial networking, managed switches and network architecture.

  
  
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  Knowledge of alarm management, historians and process trending systems.

  
  
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  Experience working with conveyors, crushers, pumps, stackers, reclaimers or similar mining equipment.

  
  
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  Exposure to FAT, SAT and commissioning activities.

  
  
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  Basic understanding of MCCs and industrial power distribution systems.

  
  
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  Exposure to GE, Emerson or Siemens automation platforms would be advantageous.

  
  
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Qualifications \n
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  Degree in Electrical, Instrumentation, Control Systems or Automation Engineering.

  
  
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  Australian working rights.

  
  
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  Current driver's license.

  
  
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  Ability to travel to site when required

  
  
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What's on Offer \n
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  Initial short-term contract with the potential for extension.

  
  
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  Opportunity to work across a diverse portfolio of mining and industrial projects.

  
  
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  Applications welcomed from candidates based in Perth or Kalgoorlie.

  
  
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  Collaborative engineering environment with strong technical support.

  
  
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  Ongoing professional development and career progression opportunities.

  
  
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  Competitive hourly or salary package.

  
  
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If you're looking for a role that offers a combination of hands-on technical work, project involvement and exposure to a variety of mining and industrial operations, we'd welcome your application.