Renewable Energy Control Systems Specialist

6 days ago

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia beBeeControlSystemsEngineer Full time

Join our team as a senior or associate control systems engineer. This is an exciting opportunity to work on thermal and renewable power generation projects, including gas turbines, coal-fired and hydro power stations.

Job Description

We're looking for talented individuals to join our Generation & New Energy Team in Brisbane or Melbourne.

In this role, you will apply your technical expertise across thermal and renewable power generation projects, including:

  • Applying your knowledge of industrial control and communication systems for electrical protection in power stations
  • Supporting the design and delivery of control and instrumentation systems (PLC, DCS), functional safety systems (AS 61511), and EEHA-compliant designs
  • Contributing to the development of control and protection system communications using industrial protocols (Modbus, DNP3, Ethernet/IP, OPC) and IEC 61850 networks
  • Collaborating with electrical engineers on secondary systems such as protection and excitation systems

As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to:

  • Perform electrical engineering analysis and ensure compliance with Australian Standards and relevant legislation
  • Review and verify engineering drawings, reports, and technical documentation
  • Provide expert input across multiple projects, ensuring alignment with WSP's quality systems and client expectations
  • Mentor junior engineers and contribute to technical development within the team
  • Maintain professional networks and support client engagement and satisfaction
About You

To be successful in this role, you will need:

  • A Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or equivalent
  • Chartered status (CPEng) and registration (RPEQ, RPEV), or working towards
  • Proven experience in thermal and renewable power generation projects
  • Proven track record in delivering complex projects within consultancy environments
  • Strong understanding of safety in design, risk management, and QA/OH&S systems
Benefits

We offer a competitive salary, inclusive culture, tailored career pathways, flexible work options, and a range of benefits that make WSP a great place to work.

Some of the benefits include:

  • Competitive pay that reflects your expertise
  • Inclusive culture that values diverse perspectives
  • Tailored career pathways with mentoring, leadership development, and secondment opportunities
  • Flexible work and hybrid work options to support work-life balance
  • Purpose-driven projects that shape resilient, sustainable communities
  • Family-first policies, including up to 16 weeks paid parental leave

At WSP, we believe in creating a workplace where everyone feels supported, heard, and empowered to grow.

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