Senior/Associate Control Systems Engineer - Brisbane or Melbourne

Brisbane, QLD
Permanent
Full-time

22 days ago

What if you could do the kind of work the world needs?At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life. You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives. You can experience a world of opportunity and the chance to shape a career as unique as you.Join our Generation & New Energy Team in Brisbane or MelbournePlay a key role in the design and delivery of industrial control and communication systems for electrical protection in power stations. As a Senior or Associate Control Systems Engineer, you'll be part of WSP's Generation & New Energy team, where every day brings new challenges and opportunities to apply your expertise across thermal and renewable energy projects.You'll collaborate with talented professionals and work closely with clients to assess and implement emerging energy generation solutions. This role offers the chance to deepen your technical capabilities while contributing to innovative, future-focused energy infrastructure.About Our Energy TeamWSP's Energy team partners with clients to solve complex technical challenges in the clean energy transition. Our work spans renewables and battery energy storage systems (BESS), modern thermal generation, and transmission and distribution-delivering efficient, reliable, and resilient outcomes across Australia and beyond.What you'll do

Apply your technical expertise across thermal and renewable power generation projects, including gas turbines (OCGT/CCGT), coal-fired and hydro power stations
Support the design and delivery of control and instrumentation systems (PLC, DCS), functional safety systems (AS 61511), and EEHA-compliant designs
Contribute to the development of control and protection system communications using industrial protocols (Modbus, DNP3, Ethernet/IP, OPC) and IEC 61850 networks
Collaborate with electrical engineers on secondary systems such as protection and excitation systems
Perform electrical engineering analysis and ensure compliance with Australian Standards and relevant legislation
Review and verify engineering drawings, reports, and technical documentation
Provide expert input across multiple projects, ensuring alignment with WSP's quality systems and client expectations
Support project planning, cost and schedule management, and risk mitigation
Mentor junior engineers and contribute to technical development within the team
Maintain professional networks and support client engagement and satisfaction
Comply with all role-specific SHEQ obligations

About You

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or equivalent
Chartered status (CPEng) and registration (RPEQ, RPEV), or working towards
Proven experience in thermal and renewable power generation projects
Proven track record in delivering complex projects within consultancy environments
Strong understanding of safety in design, risk management, and QA/OH&S systems
Skilled in technical reporting, stakeholder engagement, and mentoring
Active involvement in industry associations and commitment to continuous improvement
Ability to manage scope across multiple projects and deliver best client outcomes

Why Choose WSP?At WSP, we're committed to creating a workplace where you feel supported, heard, and empowered to grow. We offer more than just a job-we offer a career with purpose.What sets us apart:

Competitive pay that reflects your expertise
Inclusive culture that values diverse perspectives
Tailored career pathways with mentoring, leadership development, and secondment opportunities
Flexible work and hybrid work options to support work-life balance
Purpose-driven projects that shape resilient, sustainable communities
Family-first policies, including up to 16 weeks paid parental leave
Extra leave options, with the ability to purchase up to 4 additional weeks annually
Global mobility to explore opportunities across Australia and beyond

Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all.Join our close-knit community of talented individuals who share your passion for making a positive impact. Our global team includes more than 69,000 employees, working together to make a difference in communities both close to home and around the world.An employee Share Purchase Plan is available to all our permanent employees who wish to become owners and vested partners in WSP's collective success. To find out more about our commitment to the health and wellbeing of our people, and the programs we've designed to help you thrive, go to our page.With us, you can. Apply today.

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