EICSS – Automation and Controls Engineer - ADL

About Us

GPA Engineering is a highly experienced, multidisciplinary engineering and management firm delivering engineering, procurement and construction management services for over 30 years. We develop, engineer and implement industrial scale projects across the oil & gas, defence, water treatment & distribution, mining & minerals, power generation & distribution, renewable energy and hydrogen sectors. With a commitment to providing quality assurance and maintaining environmental integrity, our people are highly qualified and additionally possess expertise to advise on project and risk management. 

We are Australian-owned business with offices in Adelaide, Brisbane, Melbourne, Sydney, Darwin and Perth; supporting clients wherever they are located including rural or remote Australia, or overseas. Our team is diverse, motivated and professional, aligning under our values of teamwork, integrity, quality, safety and sustainability. At GPA, we create an environment where everyone can be their best each day. Our supportive culture and natural leadership inspire growth, while our engaging and ever-evolving career pathways, provide opportunities to develop and succeed. We celebrate our journey by sharing stories and embracing moments of fun along the way.

The role will include designing, configuring, programming, testing and commissioning automation & SCADA systems, process control networks, industrial communications systems, instrumentation and other programmable industrial devices across a variety of industries.

Automation/SCADA System Design

• System design and specification (including industrial networks, automation equipment, SCADA, instrumentation and control equipment) with an awareness of ISA95 compliant architectures
• Development of functional description documentation for Automation/SCADA systems
• Design and implementation of industrial networking solutions with an awareness of modern network maturity models 

Automation System Development

• Automation platform programming (Rockwell, Schneider, Siemens PLC’s)
• HMI programming
• Industrial network configuration including sensor networks, field bus & control networks.

SCADA System Development

• RTU programming
• Communications system configuration (Narrowband/wideband radio, microwave, LTE, etc.)
• SCADA programming (iFix, Citect, Ignition, ClearSCADA)
• IoT network and device configuration (LoRaWAN, NB-IoT, 5G, etc.)

Electrical Design

• Design / modify panel layout, schematic wiring and termination diagrams for industrial control systems
• Developing E,I&C schedules (cable, instrument, I/O, etc.)

Testing and Commissioning

• Automation/SCADA system FAT, SAT & Commissioning
• Automation/SCADA system troubleshooting (including provision of operational support)
• Developing Changeover Plans for Brownfield Control System upgrades
• Control system FAT, SAT & Commissioning

To be successful in this position, you will have the following:

• Demonstrated understanding of applicable standards, codes, best practices and how to apply these.
• Proven technical experience in Mining and Minerals, Oil and Gas, Renewables, Power Generation or similar industries
• Australian recognised engineering degree in Electrical/Electronic/Computer Systems Engineering or similar and be working towards your Chartered status, if not already achieved. 
• Great attention to detail, outstanding problem-solving skills and technical calculation abilities.

A requirement for this role is to complete a satisfactory pre-employment medical and Australian police clearance.

What we Offer:

GPA offers a great range of employee benefits including:

• Fair and attractive compensation package
• Structured career progression, company sponsored trainings and professional membership.
• Flexible working arrangements, Cultural leave swap days
• Health and Wellbeing Programs, Free and confidential EAP counselling and support service
• Generous paid parental leave, Employee referral program
• Social club, student engagements, charitable fundraising
• Diverse and inclusive work environment

How to Apply

Applications must be submitted via the online recruitment system before 16th May 2025. If you have any queries, you may email us at **@gpaeng.com.au.

Disclaimer to Recruitment Agencies:

Please be advised that GPA Engineering does not accept resumes submitted by third-party recruitment agencies. All job applications must be submitted directly by the candidate through our official career portal or via direct contact with our HR team. We will not be held liable for any fees or claims from recruitment agencies regarding unsolicited resumes or candidate submissions. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation.