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Automation Engineer


Company : Quickstep


Location : Sydney, New South Wales


Created : 2025-06-01


Job Type : Full Time


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Quickstep Bankstown, New South Wales, AustraliaAutomation EngineerQuickstep Bankstown, New South Wales, AustraliaGet AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.Direct message the job poster from QuickstepReady to lead the way in automation? Were seeking a Senior Automation Engineer to join our Bankstown facility, to play a key role in developing and enhancing our business capabilities.In this role, you will lead process optimization and digitization projects. If youre a proactive problem solver with a passion for innovation and ready to take the next step in your career, we would love to hear from you!Snapshot of the role:Utilise Ignition SCADA and develop code and programming to connect to machine PLCs, develop HMI and data collection for analytic purposes.Work collaboratively with the reliability engineer to add or enhance digital connectivity and data capture of various plant asset health and performance metricsLead cross-functional teams in projects to design, development and implement digitised business processes with a focus on operational efficiency improvements.Provide engineering advice and solutions to engineering problems associated with specialised automation machinery and systems.Build and simplify data pipelines from various sources into the Data Warehouse for analysis and reportingConsistently work on problems of diverse scope where analysis of information requires evaluation of identifiable factors. Devise solutions based on limited information and precedent and adapts existing approaches to resolve issues.What we are looking for:Bachelors degree in Mechanical or Mechatronic EngineeringA minimum of 5 years relevant industry and project experienceExperience in controls engineering, ERP / MES integration, process optimisation or similar.Proficient in Python, SQL, C++ programming languagesExperience in developing code for and programming various PLCsExperience with Ignition SCADA or similar SCADA platform developmentWho we areFor over two decades, we have enabled people to do great things in Aerospace globally. Through delivering services and advanced composite solutions designed for today and beyond. Our values underpin our success. At Quickstep we believe that Creativity is the key to overcome any obstacle, Courage isnt being fear-free, its about speaking up and getting it done, even when its tough, Agile is a way of thinking beyond just a way of working, and when we say, were in, were ALL-IN!Quickstep is a market leader and has a global footprint in the aerospace and defence sectors, renowned for our innovative products, services, and solutions. We are trusted by the worlds most trusted .We are ready to write the next chapter. Were all in, are you?Benefits and PerksCompetitive Remuneration PackageFlexible and Life Friendly Work PracticesRespect and Recognition ProgramHealth and Wellbeing resources including an Employee Assistance ProgramCareer and Professional Development OpportunitiesSalary Packaging OptionsPurchase Additional Annual LeaveEmbark on your Learning Journey in the Quickstep Learning Academy (QLA)16 weeks paid parental leave as we value family.How to applyPlease submit your resume and cover letter outlining your suitability for this role.To keep up to date with future vacancies within Quickstep follow our company LinkedIn page:www.linkedin.com/company/quickstep-holdingsQuickstep recognise that diversity is a key asset to our workforce and therefore strive to achieve and maintain a strong diverse workforce where diversity is valued and encouraged. 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