Control Systems Engineer
Posted 10 Oct 2026
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- Expected experience
- 2–6 yrs
- Management level
- Individual contributor
- Employment
- Hybrid
No salary listed for this role.
Field of studyControl Systems, Electrical Engineering, Engineering, Mechatronics (or related)
Study levelBachelor's
Build the future of energy through innovative control systems and automation solutions.
Ready to take the next step in your engineering career?
At WSP, you'll work on some of Australia's most exciting energy projects, helping deliver the technologies that power the transition to a cleaner, more sustainable future. You'll gain hands-on experience across renewable energy, battery storage, thermal generation, and industrial automation projects while learning from industry-leading engineers.
Whether you're looking to deepen your technical expertise, expand your project experience, or accelerate your career in the energy sector, WSP provides the platform, mentoring, and opportunities to help you get there.
Join Our Generation & New Energy Team
Based in Brisbane or Melbourne, you'll contribute to the design and delivery of industrial control and communication systems across a diverse range of energy projects. Working alongside experienced engineers, you'll be involved in everything from concept design through to commissioning, gaining exposure to cutting-edge technologies that support Australia's energy transition.
This is an excellent opportunity for an engineer who wants to build strong technical capability, work on meaningful projects, and develop their career within a globally connected team.
What You'll Do
- Contribute to the design and delivery of control and instrumentation systems for renewable and conventional power generation projects.
- Develop PLC, DCS, and SCADA solutions for a range of industrial and energy applications.
- Work with communication systems and protocols including Modbus, DNP3, Ethernet/IP, OPC, and IEC 61850.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams across electrical, power systems, and renewable energy projects.
- Assist with engineering studies, technical reports, specifications, and design documentation.
- Support testing, commissioning, and troubleshooting activities.
- Participate in site visits and work directly with clients to help deliver practical solutions.
- Learn from experienced engineers while progressively taking ownership of project deliverables.
About You
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechatronics, Control Systems, or a related Engineering discipline.
- Approximately 2-6 years' experience in control systems, automation, instrumentation, or power generation projects.
- Experience with PLC, DCS, SCADA, or industrial communications systems.