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WSP USA

Principal/Lead Control Systems Engineer - Power & Energy

Posted 28/05/2026
Closes 11/06/2026

Adelaide Airport, 5950, Adelaide, South Australia

Full time

Not specified

  • *Shape the future of energy** Are you an experienced **Control Systems Engineer** ready to lead, influence and drive the energy transition?

Join WSP and play a key role in delivering cutting-edge solutions across thermal and renewable generation projects.

  • *The Opportunity** As a **Principal / Lead Control Systems Engineer** , you'll lead a high-performing team delivering industrial control and communication systems for power generation assets.

Based in Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne, Adelaide or Canberra, you'll work across a diverse portfolio including renewables, BESS, modern thermal generation, and emerging technologies, helping clients solve complex challenges and transition to a more sustainable energy future.

  • *What you'll be doing** In this role, you will:
  • Lead and mentor a team of Control Systems Engineers across major energy projects
  • Drive technical leadership and project delivery across generation and new energy solutions
  • Support business development, including strategy, proposals and client engagement
  • Identify and pursue new opportunities across emerging generation technologies Oversee design and delivery of control and instrumentation systems (PLC, DCS), functional safety systems (AS 61511) and EEHA designs**
  • Develop control, protection and communication systems using protocols such as Modbus, DNP3, Ethernet/IP, OPC and IEC 61850
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including electrical engineers on protection and excitation systems
  • Provide technical advisory across refurbishment, operations and asset management projects
  • Manage project performance, including commercial metrics, risk and quality outcomes
  • Champion a strong health, safety, environment and quality (SHEQ) culture **About you** You're a seasoned engineer and leader who thrives on delivering technically complex projects and building strong teams.

You'll bring:

  • A Bachelor's Degree in Engineering
  • Chartered status and/or professional registration (CPEng, RPEQ, RPEV)
  • Functional Safety Assessment certification, or willingness to get one
  • Extensive experience across thermal and renewable generation projects (ideally 10
  • years)
  • Proven experience or desire to step in a leadership or team management role
  • Strong track record delivering complex, multi-disciplinary engineering projects
  • Commercial acumen and experience driving business outcomes and growth
  • Established industry networks and strong client relationship skills
  • Ability to mentor, develop and inspire high-performing teams
  • Strong understanding of safety in design, risk management and QA/OH&S systems **Why choose WSP?
  • * At WSP, we don't just offer jobs - we offer careers with purpose.

What you can expect:

  • Competitive remuneration aligned to your experience
  • Flexible and hybrid working options
  • Clear career pathways with leadership and development opportunities
  • Purpose-driven projects shaping Australia's energy future
  • Up to 16 weeks paid parental leave
  • Option to purchase up to 4 additional weeks of leave
  • Global mobility opportunities across Australia and beyond
  • Employee Share Purchase Plan **Ready to make an impact?
  • * If you're excited to lead and shape the future of energy systems, we'd love to hear from you.
  • *Apply now and make your mark at WSP.
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