About Us

At NEPEAN™, we are proud to be Australia’s leading privately owned engineering, mining services and industrial manufacturing organisation. We have unique capabilities to deliver high?value, innovative and sustainable solutions for the world’s leading mining, construction, and transport companies.

Over the last 40 years, hard work, technical credibility, and a willingness to tackle very difficult projects have earned NEPEAN an enviable reputation. Today, our organisation employs over 1,400 people across six continents and distributes products to more than 65 countries worldwide.

NEPEAN Power specialises in high?quality electrical industrial equipment, delivering engineered power and control solutions to the Australian and international mining, construction, and industrial sectors.

The Role – Control Systems Engineer

As our Control Systems Engineer, you’ll collaborate with a team of skilled engineers and technicians to design, develop, and commission control systems that meet the highest technical and safety standards. This role offers exposure across engineering, workshop, and site environments, with strong customer interaction.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Design, configure, and commission PLC, SCADA, and VVVF drive systems
• Produce accurate, compliant engineering documentation
• Collaborate with internal teams and customers to resolve technical challenges
• Manage engineering deliverables, project progress, and associated costs
• Identify opportunities for standardisation and support digitalisation initiatives
• Uphold and promote WHS standards, identifying and reporting hazards

Why You’ll Love This Role

This is more than just an engineering role. You’ll work on high?impact, technically complex control systems that power critical infrastructure and industry. Expect variety, hands?on involvement, and the satisfaction of seeing your engineering come to life in the field.

Who We’re Looking For

You’re a technically capable engineer with a solid automation background and a proactive, problem?solving mindset. You’re organised, detail?driven, and comfortable working in fast?paced project environments.

Your Skills & Experience:

• Electrical trade or engineering qualification
• Experience in PLC & SCADA software development, commissioning, and fault?finding
• Strong organisational, analytical, and time?management skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal capability
• Familiarity with systems such as Jira, Tempo, and Microsoft applications
• A safety?first attitude with a commitment to continuous improvement

What’s in It for You?

• Challenging Projects: Work across diverse and technically engaging automation systems
• Career Development: Grow your expertise within a collaborative and supportive team
• Real Impact: See your work installed, commissioned, and operating in the field
• Stability & Support: Join an established Australian organisation that values its people
• Access to Fitness Passport: giving you and your family affordable entry to a wide range of gyms, pools and fitness centre

Ready to Drive Innovation?

Become part of a company engineering the future with purpose. Apply now to join NEPEAN Power as our next Control Systems Engineer and make your mark.

NEPEAN believes in diversity and is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities for all applicants. We welcome candidates from all walks of life, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally diverse communities, women, and LGBTIQ individuals.