Electrical Engineer (Industrial Automation)

TL;DR

Electrical Engineer (Industrial Automation): Designing and implementing electrical systems for industrial automation and power control with an accent on PLC/RTU programming and HMI configuration. Focus on developing scalable automation solutions and configuring industrial communication networks for energy and manufacturing sectors.

Location: Canberra, Australia. Must have Australian citizenship.

Salary: £85,000 - £110,000

Company

hirify.global is a professional recruitment and talent acquisition firm.

What you will do

• Design electrical systems for automation, including I/O, instrumentation, and actuator wiring.
• Program, test, and commission PLC and RTU-based automation systems.
• Configure and test process visualization and Human-Machine Interface (HMI) systems.
• Perform data modeling and configure industrial communication equipment (IP and serial networks).
• Develop comprehensive system design, testing, and operational documentation.
• Provide technical support for existing systems, involving occasional interstate site visits.

Requirements

• Australian citizenship.
• Undergraduate degree in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.
• Strong understanding of electrical circuit theory and Boolean algebra.
• Familiarity with Australian standards, particularly ELV systems.
• Understanding of state machines and their real-world applications.

Nice to have

• Experience with PLC and RTU-based control systems.

Culture & Benefits

• Exposure to diverse, real-world engineering projects in energy and food manufacturing.
• Structured training and mentorship from experienced engineers.
• Ongoing professional development opportunities.
• Collaborative and supportive team environment.
• Flexibility in start times.