At a Glance
- Tasks: Support global Grinding Mills projects with electrical and automation expertise.
- Company: Join Metso, a leader in sustainable mining technology.
- Benefits: Flexible hybrid work, competitive pay, and extensive learning opportunities.
- Other info: Collaborative culture focused on safety, inclusion, and continuous improvement.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in the mining industry while growing your career.
- Qualifications: Experience in electrical systems, automation, and problem-solving skills required.
The predicted salary is between 82800 - 101200 $ per year.
Our world depends on rocks, minerals, metals and other raw materials - the building blocks of modern society. As an industry leader, Metso helps transform these essential materials to enable sustainable modern life. Our solutions and services support everything from renewable energy and electrification to the infrastructure and digital economy shaping our future. Together, we help our customers meet growing demand while driving the industry toward a more sustainable use of the earth's natural resources.
Join a global mining technology leader supporting Horizontal Grinding Mill projects worldwide. This role is a key technical position focused on electrical, control, instrumentation and drive systems, driving quality, reliability, efficiency and continuous improvement across project delivery and product support.
What you'll do
- Provide expert support to Grinding Mills project teams while owning electrical, automation and control system standards across products and projects.
- Act as a key link between engineering teams, suppliers, system integrators and global partners, ensuring compliance with technical requirements, driving continuous improvement and supporting troubleshooting, quality and performance of electrical and automation systems.
- Own and maintain electrical, instrumentation and control system specifications for Horizontal Grinding Mill products.
- Provide technical expertise across variable speed drive (VSD), motor, automation, control and instrumentation systems.
- Support project delivery, commissioning and service teams with technical guidance, troubleshooting and root cause analysis.
- Review technical deviations, quality issues, obsolescence challenges and component substitutions.
- Participate in product development, engineering improvements, hazard and risk assessments, and design reviews.
- Support investigations into equipment failures, control system issues and operational performance improvements.
- Develop and maintain engineering standards, design tools, technical specifications and documentation.
- Deliver technical training to internal teams, suppliers, system integrators and customers.
- Collaborate with global stakeholders to improve system reliability, standardization, quality and project execution efficiency.
- Support digitalization, monitoring and automation initiatives that enhance mill performance and operational visibility.
What you'll bring
- A technically strong, solutions-focused engineer with experience in heavy industry, mining, automation or large-scale industrial equipment environments.
- Experience with industrial electrical power systems, control systems and instrumentation.
- Knowledge of variable speed drives (VSDs), large motors, MCCs, PLCs, SCADA and industrial communications networks.
- Strong engineering and problem-solving capability within mining, minerals processing or industrial equipment environments.
- Experience supporting electrical and control systems through design, procurement, commissioning and operational phases.
- Excellent communication, presentation and technical report writing skills.
- Strong analytical, troubleshooting and root cause analysis capabilities.
- Ability to manage priorities and work effectively with multiple stakeholders across global projects.
- Experience with electrical design tools and CAD platforms such as AutoCAD Electrical, EPLAN, SolidWorks Electrical or similar.
- Exposure to Enovia PLM and Microsoft 365 applications.
- Experience working with OEMs, system integrators, suppliers and site personnel.
- A proactive mindset with a focus on safety, quality, reliability and continuous improvement.
- Sense of urgency and ownership of solutions.
Why Metso?
- Global incentive program tied to business and performance targets.
- Hybrid working possibilities - While we are big advocates of meeting and collaborating in person, we believe in fostering a flexible work environment.
- A thriving culture - We are committed to developing an inclusive culture that enables everyone to do their best and reach their full potential.
- Extensive learning opportunities - Ongoing growth dialogues, internal mobility, mentoring programs, education assistance, ambitious projects, and global opportunities.
- Worldwide support - Leverage our network of peers across the world, offering valuable assistance.
Metso is committed to pay equity and transparent reward practices globally. Metso is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workforce culture. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, nationality, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran or status as a qualified individual with a disability.
Product Support Engineer in Perth employer: Metso
Metso is an exceptional employer, offering a vibrant work culture that prioritises safety, wellbeing, and inclusivity. With extensive learning opportunities, competitive benefits, and a commitment to employee growth, you will thrive in a collaborative environment that encourages innovation and positive change. Located in Karratha or Perth, you will be part of a global network dedicated to sustainable solutions in the mining and aggregates industry, making a meaningful impact on the world around you.
