Controls Support Engineer

• Innovative global leader experiencing high growth in Material Handling automation
• Work on cutting edge technology across key customer sites
• Permanent role, great salary, study assistance and development opportunities
• Great team culture, collaborative, supportive and all inclusive

What we offer:

Engineer the future. Start your dream career with Dematic today!

Dematic Pty Ltd, is a world leader within the integrated logistics and material handling industry. We provide intelligent logistics solutions for manufacturing and distribution, as well as comprehensive automation and software technology solutions, tailored to our clients’ needs.

Our innovative portfolio meets the demands of an ever-changing supply chain landscape and is designed to deliver a clear competitive edge. As a company we take pride in offering our employees a safe and rewarding work environment in which to develop their careers.

THE OPPORTUNITY

We currently have an opportunity for a motivated and talented Controls Support Engineer to join our Customer Service team in Brisbane. Play a leading role in the deployment and support of electrical control systems, designing, documenting, testing and commissioning material handling automation hardware and PLC software. The position also provides opportunities to travel across a number of our customer locations within ANZ

The successful candidate must have a professional self-driven manner and display a dedication to providing a high quality output, along with an ability to work effectively under pressure in business-critical environments.

Tasks and Qualifications:

WHAT YOU WILL BE WORKING ON

• Providing second level technical support to maintenance teams as required

• Participate in the On-Call after hours support roster

• Conformance to OHS&E standards in the design and execution of all work

• Prepare/assist with budget costing and quoting

• Development of functional specifications

• Complete regular system diagnostics and analysis procedures and provide customer reports

• Preparation of schematic drawings, PLC programs and configuration of SCADA and PLC-related equipment e.g., HMI’s, Scanners, Roller drive-cards and VSD’s

• Preparation of manufacturing and installation specifications

• Planning and supervision of controls installations

• Oversee the Controls project cost/budget and schedule control

• Report on designed/installed equipment which is not performing to the design specifications

• Testing and commissioning of systems on site, some weekend work is to be expected

• Preparation of test plans and operator & technical manuals

• Training of client personnel and providing customer support

• Assist with interstate or some overseas projects when required

SETTING YOU UP FOR SUCCESS

• Degree qualified in engineering with tertiary qualifications in the areas of electronics/mechatronics engineering.

• Ideally project design and project commissioning experience in Australia

• Knowledge of configuration, programming and commissioning of PLCs (Siemens S7 preferred), variable speed drives, barcode scanners and safety devices

• Knowledge of SCADA's like ICONICS, CITEC and WINCC

• Knowledge of materials handling system controls is highly desirable such as conveyors and sortation systems

• Writing of technical documentation

• Ability to work without supervision and guide teams/projects

• Flexibility to travel interstate, regional areas and overseas

• Excellent verbal and written communication

• Electrical trades licence qualification is highly regarded

WHAT WE OFFER YOU

We’re thrilled to announce the launch of an exciting new benefit designed to support your health and well-being:

• Fitness Passport – Enjoy discounted access to gyms, pools, and fitness facilities nationwide for you and your family, making it easier and more affordable to stay active

Other great benefits include:

• Competitive salary + super

• Unique opportunity to join an engineering product business where the product is designed, developed and built here in Australia.

• Opportunity to work within a dynamic team within a larger organisation

• Utilise your industry experience to grow your career in a fast growing and exciting Engineering sector

• Career Development and Global Opportunities 

• Paid Parental and carers leave + super

• Purchase Leave

• Salary packaging with novated leasing available

• Financial Support for further education

• Excellent Employee Referral Bonus program

• Local and International travel

HOW TO APPLY

If you would like to apply for the above position, please click on the ‘Apply for this job’ button and submit your resume. For more information visit: www.dematic.com

WHY BRING YOUR CAREER TO DEMATIC 

This is an exciting time to join Dematic. We are proud to design, build, implement, and support automated system solutions for warehouses, distribution centres, and production facilities. We live on the cutting edge of technology and industry and are a global leader with 11,000 employees worldwide and over 700 employees in Australia and New Zealand.

And some other great things to know about us……

• Employee engagement is high at 80% in our recent employee survey
• Average tenure is 8 years, with 12% internal promotions and transfers annually because we actively invest in developing our people.
• A staggering 30% of all new hires are referrals, as our people know it's a great place to work and recommend it to others

Dematic is committed to proving equal employment opportunity in all areas of employment including recruitment, selection, promotion, training etc. and in accordance with federal and state legislation, Dematic Pty Ltd (Dematic or the Company) promotes a workplace free from discrimination and harassment.