Senior Controls Specialist

Enerflex is a global provider of energy infrastructure solutions. We transform energy for a sustainable future, covering gas processing, compression, power generation, refrigeration, cryogenic, and water solutions. Our team employs highly skilled employees across over 25 countries worldwide.

We pride ourselves in our competitive wages, extensive rewards programs, celebration of successes of individuals and teams, and are committed to ensuring Enerflex remains a safe and inclusive space for all.

Enerflex is seeking a Senior Controls Engineer to join the team based in Eagle Farm. The role will provide leadership, technical authority, and oversight covering all aspects of electrical and instrumentation engineering including design through to commissioning support and supervision in relation to engineering services for electrical and instrumentation system installations relating to Gas Compression, Gas Processing, and Power Generation projects.

Full control and responsibility for delivery of scope for projects including all aspects of electrical and controls engineering, procurement, and delivery of subcontracted supply items, planning, and development of field installation and testing/commissioning documentation.

Lead project engineering and design activities associated with Microgrids (MG), Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), and Grid Automation (GA).

Work with Electrical Equipment in Hazardous Area in accordance with AS/NZS 60079 series.

Knowledge and exposure to PLC, SCADA, and network systems. Experience with ComAp, the Allen Bradley suite, as well as experience with interfacing to instrument and control systems using a variety of communication protocols such as Modbus, Ethernet/IP, and ControlNet.

Experience in Functional Safety including Safety Integrity Level (SIL) allocation and Safety Instrumented Systems (SIS) knowledge.

Working knowledge of Gas fired appliances (Type B – AS3814 Industrial and commercial gas-fired appliances).

Ability to perform commissioning activities on electrical, instrumentation, and control related installations on Gas Process and Power Generation projects.

Lead technical development of Electrical and Controls Engineering through project phases, including pre-contract phases and conceptual engineering.

Ensure Enerflex's Quality Standards are maintained.

Lead the development of Enerflex project templates and core systems to support projects.

Preparation of documentation for standards, procedures, safe working practices, and monitoring regimes in respect of work.

Provide discipline engineering approval for project documentation.

Support the development of work packs linked to the execution of works.

Provide leadership and act as technical authority in all aspects of Electrical and Instrumentation engineering to ensure project work complies with statutory and regulatory requirements.

Act as primary technical interface with clients and be able to confidently discuss technical aspects of the project.

Leadership, technical oversight, and participation in development of engineering documentation required for detailed engineering activities through to construction and commissioning.

Providing planning and scheduling inputs to project controller.

Preparation of Lessons Learnt documentation.

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent tertiary qualifications.

Registered Professional Engineer of Queensland (RPEQ) or ability to register.

Significant industry experience in engineering, project implementation, and commissioning within the Oil & Gas, Natural Gas, Power Generation, or Mining industries.

Experience in a senior or lead role in a formal project delivery environment.

Extensive knowledge and understanding of Australian Standards pertaining to Electrical and Instrumentation Engineering.

High level of technical aptitude in electrical engineering and industrial software technologies specific to electrical protection and control systems.

Proven ability to influence project outcomes and resolve technical problems through technical innovation and utilising advanced teamwork, communication, and inter-personal skills.

Delivery experience of Oil & Gas / Natural Gas / Power Generation projects from design and procurement, through to construction and commissioning.

Ability and willingness to actively develop an understanding of Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) and renewable technologies (including control systems).

Experience in High Voltage (HV) Power Generation from reciprocating engines or turbines.

Know the company's vision with respect to HSEQ standards, behaviors, and performance.

Participate in the company's safety-first culture that supports continuous HSEQ improvement and participate in company-wide programs.

Excellent rates of pay.

Opportunity to grow and develop your skillset by working on a range of equipment.

Employee Benefits Program – EAP, Service Awards, Peer to Peer Recognition Program, discounted gym membership.

Be part of the energy transition industry.

Enerflex is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Enerflex grants equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, genetic information, mental or physical disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Equal employment opportunities are provided in recruitment, hiring, promotions, wages, benefits, and other terms, conditions, and privileges of employment.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, tasks, duties, knowledge, skills, and abilities required.