Senior Control Systems Engineer

Join Alliance Automation: Where Excellence Meets Opportunity!

Transforming Australian Industry with Secure Digital Solutions, Smart Automation, and Electrical Engineering. We believe that our people are our most valuable asset. With a strong emphasis on integrity, trust, and honesty, we incorporate business ethics into everything we do. Join us and become part of a team that puts people first.

Why Choose Alliance Automation for Your Engineering Career?

Prioritising People - At our core, we recognise that people are our most invaluable asset. We foster a workplace culture built on integrity, trust, and honesty, where ethical practices are integral to all our endeavours.

Continuous Growth - We are committed to your professional development. Our investment in your training includes comprehensive in-house programs designed to help you thrive.

Vibrant Team Environment - Join our dynamic team culture where we maintain a diverse and inclusive workplace, and a social office environment that regularly engages in exciting and diverse activities.

Rewarding Compensation - Your talents deserve recognition. We not only offer competitive salaries that align with your expertise but also provide:

• An enticing Professional Development scheme.
• Generous paid parental leave
• 20 days of Annual Leave plus an optional 4-week Purchase Leave Scheme.
• 1 'Alliance’ Day as a Thank You for your positive contribution to our team.
• Flexible working arrangements and prioritize a healthy work-life balance.

Advance Your Career as a Senior Control Systems Engineer

We are looking for a highly skilled and experienced Senior Control Systems Engineer to join our dynamic and growing team in Newcastle. This is a fantastic opportunity to take a leading role in delivering innovative automation solutions across a range of complex and rewarding projects.

Key Responsibilities:

• Engage directly with clients to define project requirements and develop clear scopes of work
• Lead the design, development, implementation, and commissioning of advanced control system solutions
• Ensure all project deliverables meet high standards of quality, safety, and timeliness
• Provide expert-level technical support and maintain strong, long-term client relationships
• Promote and contribute to a culture focused on health, safety, environment, and quality (HSEQ)

What You Bring:

• A minimum of five years’ demonstrated experience in control systems engineering within water/wastewater, mining or heavy industrial environments
• Strong client engagement skills and the ability to communicate complex technical concepts clearly
• Proven experience with control systems, automation platforms, and industrial communication networks
• A current Australian driver’s licence

Preferred Qualifications and Attributes:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field
• Demonstrated experience in programming and commissioning control systems
• Strong leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills
• A proactive, safety-conscious mindset with a commitment to continuous improvement

We offer a competitive salary and a clear pathway for career development, tailored to your experience and aspirations. If you're ready to take the next step in your engineering journey and make a real impact, we’d love to hear from you.

About us

Alliance Automation transforms Australian industry with smart automation, electrical engineering and business intelligence. We design and implement operational processes that maximise efficiency and capture data for enhanced analytics and predictive maintenance. 

Serving the water and wastewater, mining, oil and gas, defence, infrastructure and manufacturing sectors, our partnerships are backed by advanced cybersecurity and 24/7 support. 

As a leader in operational technology and innovation, we design, implement and automate control systems – integrating with digital solutions to enhance performance management with real-time data analytics and insights.

We provide a progressive work environment; encourage professional and personal development; enjoy and celebrate success; and place a strong emphasis on family and lifestyle balance.

Alliance Automation is an equal opportunity employer offering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We encourage all prospective applicants to apply for the role.