Senior Automation Project Engineer

2 weeks ago

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Fast Automation Full time $104,000 - $130,878 per year


Senior Automation Project Engineer | Sydney & Melbourne

At Fast Automation, we believe culture is everything. We're a tight-knit, highly driven team with a strong focus on learning, development, and constant engagement. Having successfully delivered over 1800 projects with zero failures - including many world-firsts, we pride ourselves on innovation and excellence.

We're now seeking experienced Senior Automation Project Engineers to join our team and help deliver exciting new projects across Sydney and Melbourne. If you're passionate about Robotics, PLCs, HMIs, and SCADA systems, and you thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment, this role is for you.


What You'll Do

  • Lead electrical design, PLC/HMI/SCADA/Robotics development
  • Conduct FAT testing, site commissioning, and SAT testing
  • Deliver automation solutions for a wide range of clients
  • Work both independently and as part of a team on challenging projects
  • Occasionally travel to project sites across Australia


What We're Looking For

  • 5+ years' experience integrating automation projects
  • Strong ability to read electrical schematics, design safety circuits, and code
  • Hands-on commissioning experience
  • Self-driven, disciplined, and well-organised with a passion for technology
  • A natural interest in Robotics, PLCs, HMIs, and SCADA systems


Bonus Skills (Highly Regarded)

  • Experience with Robots
  • PLCs (Siemens & Rockwell preferred)
  • SCADA systems
  • Electrical design & commissioning


Location

  • Based at Macquarie Park, NSW
  • Onsite with travel to Sydney, Melbourne, and other locations across Australia


Why Join Us?

  • Be part of a team of some of the best engineers in the business
  • Work with emerging technologies (robotics, vision-based products, and more)
  • Fast-track your career growth in a supportive, engaging culture
  • Tackle world-first challenges while having fun doing it

Due to high application volume, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Ready to take on world-first challenges with a team that never fails?

Apply now and join Fast Automation

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