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Direct message the job poster from ConnectYouSubstation Engineering & Design - Recruitment Specialist - MBA (Human Resources)Overview:We are currently recruiting for a Controls & Automation Engineer for substations to be based in Perth, WA in a permanent role for our client who operate in the Power Transmission & Distribution sector.Please note that the first project is one of Australia''s largest BESS projects and will be site based and require the candidate to do a (DIDO) Drive in Drive out roster. The roster would be 8 days on 6 days off.Responsibilities:Lead engineering design, document preparation, configuration, testing commissioning, and troubleshooting for Substation Automation System/SCADA and gateway solutions.Demonstrate an understanding of substation primary equipment and basic protection functions (desirable).Utilise prior experience with substation automation systems, Remote Terminal Unit (RTU), Programmable Logic Controller (PLC), and Gateways with a focus on redundant system design.Showcase knowledge of SCADA, communication, and protection panel-related design.Generate detailed design documentation for communication network design, including expertise in Ethernet switches, Protocol converters, and familiarity with SCADA protocols such as DNP3, Modbus, IEC 60870-5-101, IEC 60870-5-104, IEC 61850.Produce high-quality, well-structured technical reports documenting study findings, results, and recommendations.Manage multiple projects concurrently, some with short delivery timeframes.Be willing to attend sites for data collection, asset assessments, inspections, and commissioning support.Required Experience:Proven experience in engineering design, document preparation, configuration, testing commissioning, and troubleshooting of Substation Automation System/SCADA and gateway solutions.Clear understanding of substation automation systems and their components.Familiarity with substation primary equipment and basic protection functions is desirable.Previous hands-on experience with substation automation systems.Knowledge of SCADA, communication, and protection panel-related design, with the ability to generate detailed design documentation.Experience in communication network design.Excellent communication skills with the ability to produce high-quality technical reports.Proven ability to manage multiple projects concurrently, some with short delivery timeframes.Strong IT proficiency and computer literacy.Qualifications:Bachelors degree in Controls and Automation Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.Seniority levelMid-Senior levelEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionDistribution, Design, and EngineeringIndustriesElectric Power Transmission, Control, and Distribution #J-18808-Ljbffr