Automation Engineer

Automation Engineer | FMCG | Multiple Locations Available

Your new company

The company is a well‑established market leader in FMCG operating at scale, with a strong presence across multiple regions. It delivers essential products that are part of everyday life, combining operational excellence with a clear focus on quality, safety, and continuous improvement. The business is known for its collaborative culture, long‑term stability, and commitment to developing its people while making a meaningful impact on consumers and communities.

Your new role

  • Design, develop, program, and maintain automated control systems
  • Configure and support PLCs, SCADA, HMIs, and industrial networks
  • Troubleshoot and resolve automation, control, and instrumentation faults
  • Optimise production processes to improve efficiency, reliability, and safety
  • Lead or support automation projects from concept through to commissioning
  • Collaborate with operations, maintenance, and engineering teams
  • Implement continuous improvement and standardisation initiatives
  • Ensure systems comply with safety, quality, and regulatory requirements

What you'll need to succeed

  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Automation, Controls Engineering, or a related discipline
  • Proven experience in industrial automation or control systems engineering
  • Strong hands‑on experience with PLC programming (e.g. Siemens, Rockwell/Allen‑Bradley, Schneider, Omron)
  • Experience with SCADA, HMI, and industrial control software
  • Knowledge of industrial networks and communication protocols (e.g. Ethernet/IP, Profibus, Profinet, Modbus)
  • Understanding of instrumentation, sensors, actuators, and control panels
  • Experience commissioning, testing, and troubleshooting automated systems
  • Familiarity with safety standards and functional safety (e.g. machine safety, SIL, risk assessments)

What you'll get in return

  • Strong focus on employee wellbeing

  • Career growth and development opportunities

  • Purpose-driven and inclusive culture

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.

If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.



LHS 297508

Summary

Job Type
Permanent
Industry
Automotive
Location
VIC - Melbourne CBD
Specialism
Engineering
Ref:
2977939

Talk to a consultant

Talk to Julia Liow, the specialist consultant managing this position, located in Melbourne
1 Melbourne Quarter, Level 9/699 Collins St, Docklands,

Telephone: 0426201406

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