At a Glance
- Tasks: Design and program electrical systems for cutting-edge warehouse automation projects.
- Company: Join Conveyor Logistics, a leader in warehouse automation solutions.
- Benefits: Competitive contract rates, hands-on experience, and potential for extension.
- Other info: Melbourne-based role with some interstate travel for project support.
- Why this job: Take ownership of exciting projects and make a real impact in automation.
- Qualifications: Experience in electrical engineering and PLC programming required.
The predicted salary is between 54900 - 67100 $ per year.
Conveyor Logistics is seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer / PLC Programmer to join our engineering team on an initial 3-month contract, with the potential to extend for the right candidate. We design and deliver warehouse automation and material handling systems, including conveyor systems, automated equipment and integrated control solutions. This is a hands-on engineering role covering both electrical system design and PLC programming.
You will work as part of a collaborative engineering team across a range of warehouse automation projects, supporting both new system development and modifications to existing equipment. Your responsibilities will span the complete controls lifecycle, including electrical design, component selection, PLC and HMI programming, testing, commissioning and troubleshooting. The position will be Melbourne-based, with some interstate travel required for project commissioning and support.
Key Responsibilities
- Electrical Engineering & Design
- Develop electrical designs for conveyor and warehouse automation systems
- Produce and maintain electrical schematics, panel layouts and associated documentation using AutoCAD Electrical
- Develop I/O schedules and electrical Bills of Materials (BOMs)
- Select electrical and automation components including PLCs, safety devices, VSDs, sensors and control equipment
- Design and document control panels and field electrical systems
- Review electrical designs for compliance, functionality and constructability
- Support electrical contractors during panel manufacture, installation and site works
- Maintain accurate as-built electrical documentation following commissioning
- PLC Programming & Controls
- Develop, modify and troubleshoot PLC programs for conveyor and warehouse automation systems
- Program and commission Siemens and/or Omron PLC systems
- Develop and modify HMI applications
- Develop and troubleshoot safety PLC functionality
- Configure and commission VSDs, sensors, remote I/O and other field devices
- Perform software testing, FAT and on-site commissioning
- Troubleshoot electrical and controls issues both remotely and on site
- Optimise system performance and reliability
About You
We are looking for someone with strong practical experience across both electrical engineering and PLC programming. Ideally, you will have:
- Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Automation or similar qualification
- Strong hands-on PLC programming experience
- Experience with Siemens and/or Omron PLC platforms
- Practical experience using AutoCAD Electrical to develop and maintain electrical schematics
- Experience designing electrical control systems for industrial machinery or automation
- Ability to develop and modify electrical schematics, I/O documentation and control system documentation
- Experience selecting electrical and automation components
- Good understanding of PLC I/O, safety systems, VSDs, sensors and industrial networks
- Experience commissioning automated machinery or industrial systems
- Electrical and controls fault‑finding capabilities
- Ability to work independently and take ownership of technical deliverables
- Strong communication skills and the ability to work within a multidisciplinary engineering team
Experience with conveyor systems, warehouse automation, material handling equipment, EPLAN, SQL databases and WCS/WMS integration would be highly regarded.
Contract Details
- Initial 3-month contract
- Potential to extend for the right candidate
- Melbourne-based
- Competitive hourly or daily contract rate based on experience
- Interstate travel may be required for project commissioning
Why Join Conveyor Logistics?
This role provides the opportunity to take ownership of the complete electrical and controls package, rather than working exclusively in either electrical design or software development. You will work directly on real-world warehouse automation projects from electrical design and PLC development through to testing, installation and commissioning.
Electrical Engineer / PLC Programmer in Melbourne employer: Conveyor Logistics
Conveyor Logistics is an exceptional employer that fosters a collaborative and innovative work culture, making it an ideal place for Electrical Engineers and PLC Programmers. With a focus on employee growth, you will have the chance to take ownership of diverse projects in warehouse automation, while enjoying competitive contract rates and the opportunity for interstate travel. Join us in Melbourne to be part of a dynamic team that values hands-on experience and offers meaningful contributions to cutting-edge automation solutions.
