Control/SCADA Engineer - Leicon Notley (Balcatta, WA)

Location: Balcatta, WA (with statewide site work)
Employment Type: Full-Time
Salary: Competitive remuneration package based on skills and number of years experience (please outline requested salary in application)

About Leicon Notley
Leicon Notley is a proudly Western Australian-owned and operated multi-disciplinary engineering contractor specializing in water infrastructure. Our Leicon Electrical Controls (LEC) Division excels in electrical and controls design, switchboard manufacturing, control/SCADA systems, and electrical installations. We deliver innovative design and construction projects across Western Australia, including borefields, water and wastewater treatment plants, chemical dosing, tanks, and pipelines. Join our Balcatta-based team and contribute to a high-performance, inclusive culture!

The Opportunity
Due to company growth and newly awarded projects, we are seeking a skilled Control/SCADA Engineer to join our LEC Division. This role is ideal for a Control Systems Engineer / Integrator with expertise in Siemens and Schneider PLC programming, Schneider GeoSCADA development, and onsite commissioning across Western Australia.

Key Responsibilities

Design, develop, program, and commission Control Systems, PLCs (Siemens, Schneider), and Schneider GeoSCADA systems for water infrastructure projects.

Prepare SCADA designs, Profibus, ProfiNet, Communications Network (wired/wireless), and Radio/Satellite telecoms designs, including desktop surveys and propagation testing.

Conduct Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), Site Acceptance Testing (SAT), and onsite commissioning across Western Australia, ensuring compliance with Australian and international standards.

Program and configure PLCs (Siemens, Schneider), HMIs (Siemens, Uticor, Cmore), SCADA (Schneider GeoSCADA, Citect), RTUs (Schneider, ABB), and telecommunications equipment (Fibre, ADSL, Cellular, IP, Radio, Satellite, NBN).

Perform engineering studies, feasibility analyses, and technical audits to optimize control/SCADA systems.

Collaborate with internal teams, external stakeholders, and consultants to deliver projects on time and within budget.

Produce high-quality technical reports, operation manuals, and handover documentation.

What We’re Looking For

Qualifications: Degree in Control Systems Engineering or equivalent.

Experience: Control/SCADA Systems, with experience in Siemens and Schneider PLC programming and Schneider GeoSCADA development.

Technical Skills:

Experience in industrial automation and SCADA systems (GeoSCADA, Citect).

Experience with PLCs (Siemens, Schneider, GE, ABB, Koyo), HMI, and telecommunications configuration (Fibre, ADSL, Cellular, IP, Radio Satellite, NBN).

Proven ability to perform onsite commissioning and testing across Western Australia.

Strong knowledge of statutory requirements, regulations, and national standards for water infrastructure.

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (including Microsoft Project) and technical computing applications.

Personal Attributes:

Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.

Strong analytical, problem-solving, and report-writing abilities.

Commitment to a constructive, high-performance, and inclusive culture.

Licence: Valid C Class Driver’s Licence.

Why Join Us?

Work on diverse, high-impact water infrastructure projects across Western Australia.

Be part of an inclusive, supportive team that values innovation, quality, and continuous improvement.

Access opportunities for personal development, on-the-job training, and knowledge sharing.

Competitive remuneration and a dynamic, Perth-based work environment with state-of-the-art facilities in Balcatta.

How to Apply
If you’re a skilled Control Systems Engineer / Integrator with experience in Siemens and Schneider PLC programming, Schneider GeoSCADA development, and onsite commissioning, we want to hear from you! Submit your resume and a cover letter addressing your relevant experience and salary expectations via SEEK.

Note: Only candidates with permanent residency and the right to work in Australia will be considered. No recruitment agencies, please.

Leicon Notley is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion.