Senior Automation Specialist Job

Looking to take the next step in your career? Hatch is currently seeking a Control System Programmer with experience in metals, mining and/or infrastructure projects. The successful candidate should have experience executing projects ranging from writing PLC programs, to designing and programming the layout for complex HMIs across a range of platforms. 

As the successful candidate, you will: 

• Act as the lead PLC/DCS/HMI programmer for projects including managing team, progress, cost, schedule etc.
• Review and understand control system design, process requirements, to develop software functional specification.
• System integration, software test planning, testing and commissioning.
• Develop end-user operations and maintenance support documentation and procedures
• Interface with clients, develop commercial proposals and support business development

You bring to the role: 

• University Degree or College Diploma in Electrical or Electronic Engineering or Computer Science (Essential/Minimum)
• 8 Years relevant experience. (Essential/Minimum)
• Control System design and delivery, preferably in a diverse set of roles (e.g. engineer, designer, software programmer, commissioning engineer)
• Modern industrial control and protection systems (PLC/DCS/SCADA), and Data Historians. Experience with a variety of platforms (Allen Bradley, ABB, Schneider, Delta V, etc.) is preferred.
• Software programming in ladder logic, function block diagram, structured text and sequential function charts
• Familiar with formal software engineering standards and approaches
• Experience with digital communications and fieldbus technologies, networking and hardware
• Plant and facility commissioning
• Must be well versed in current statutory regulations, industry standards and recommended practices and a practical sense in applying such references; DCS and PLC control system hardware and architecture

Why join us?

• Work with great people to make a difference
• Collaborate on exciting projects to develop innovative solutions
• Top employer

What we offer you?

• Flexible work environment
• Long term career development
• Think globally, work locally