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Maintenance Electrical Control System Engineer
James Hardie
Global leader in manufacturing fiber cement products for the building and construction industry.
Design, implementation, and maintenance of electrical control systems in a manufacturing environment.
Perform hands-on troubleshooting, diagnostics, and repair of PLCs, SCADA systems, and VSDs.
Conduct tests and inspections to verify the functionality and safety of electrical control systems, making necessary adjustments as required.
Design and develop control panels, including selecting appropriate components, wiring, and programming PLCs (Programmable Logic Controllers) and SCADA for new and existing equipment.
Ensure all electrical and control work complies with site safety standards, Australian regulations and industry best practice.
Review and analyse existing control and electrical installations in line with Australian standards.
Lead and support control system upgrades, modifications, and new technology implementation to improve plant efficiency and reliability.
Develop and maintain PLC programs to control manufacturing equipment, ensuring seamless operation and adherence to production specifications.
Act as the primary escalation point for electrical and control system faults when issues cannot be resolved by on-site electricians.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design electrical control systems for various manufacturing processes, ensuring they meet industry standards and safety regulations.
Identify opportunities for process improvements and cost-saving measures related to electrical control systems
Collaborate with maintenance teams and external contractors to facilitate repairs, upgrades, and installations of electrical systems.
Maintain comprehensive documentation of electrical control systems, including schematics, manuals, and standard operating procedures.
What you bring
plc
scada
vfd
hmi
degree
problem solving
Strong knowledge of electrical codes, safety standards, and regulations
Tertiary qualifications (Bachelor’s Degree) in Electrical Engineering approved by Engineers Australia
Proven experience providing on-call support for complex electrical and control system issues preferably in 24/7 operational environments.
Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a similar role in an industrial/manufacturing environment.
Demonstrated ability to work independently and under pressure in a fast-paced, 24/7 operational environment.
Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills by using PLC, SCADA, Electrical drawings combined with effective communication skills to accurately identify and resolve root causes of technical issues.
Proficiency in PLC programming (e.g., Allen-Bradley, Schneider), SCADA (Plant SCADA, Citect), VFD (e.g SEW, Powerflex,..) and HMI (Human-Machine Interface) design.
Strong knowledge of PLC, SCADA and VSD systems, with proven project and fault-finding experience.
Benefits
Employee Assistance Program access for you & your immediate family members
Online shopping discounts
International & domestic development and progression opportunities
Paid parental leave of 16 weeks for the Primary Carer (including super) and two weeks for secondary carer
Bonus scheme for all eligible employees
Fitness Passport Program
Hassle free, no cost and confidential access to our onsite psychologists & physiotherapists (specific sites)
Access to thousands of free self-development modules via James Hardie University
Product discounts
2 Volunteer days per year
Plenty of employee rewards and benefits including a rewards and recognition program
Free annual health checks
Stable growth at a global building products manufacturer
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