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APA Group

Senior OT SCADA Project Engineer

APA Group

. Lead delivery of OT packages and programs of work that achieve business outcomes .

Posted 11/11/2026full-timeBrisbane • AustraliaSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in the design, configuration, and delivery of OT solutions for power generation and transmission, with a strong focus on risk management and stakeholder engagement. Proven ability to mentor teams and uphold industry standards while managing complex projects within operational environments.

Highest-signal resume keywords
Electrical/Electronics Engineering QualificationRegistered Professional Engineer (RPEQ/RPEV)7+ Years Experience in OT for Power GenerationExperience with SCADA/DCS and Control SystemsKnowledge of Cyber Security Standards (IEC 62443)

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Hard Skills
OT System DesignProject ManagementRisk ManagementConfiguration of SCADA/DCSControl Systems DevelopmentData Historian ManagementPLC/RTU ExperienceICCP/TASE.2 KnowledgeDNP3 ProtocolIEC 61850 Knowledge
Soft Skills
Customer FocusMentoringTeam CollaborationStakeholder EngagementChange Management
Tools & Technologies
IT/OT NetworkingFirewallsSwitching and RoutingProject Management ToolsSafety Systems
Certifications & Qualifications
Registered Professional Engineer (RPEQ/RPEV)Chartered Status with Engineers Australia
Industry Keywords
Power GenerationGas TransmissionLNGUtilitiesOperational Technology (OT)

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies
Cyber SecurityFirewallsSwitching

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Lead delivery of OT packages and programs of work that achieve business outcomes
  • Develop and configure IT/OT systems and devices to deliver project scope
  • Provide technical design, assurance and consultancy services for OT solutions
  • Support project resourcing, scheduling, prioritisation and task coordination
  • Deliver agreed milestones within timeframes and budgets
  • Manage risk and change within critical operational environments
  • Mentor junior engineers and contribute to team capability uplift
  • Contribute to OT standards, governance and continuous improvement
  • Build relationships with internal teams, service providers, contractors, consultants, industry groups and regulators
  • Support the BAU team when required
  • Travel to operational sites occasionally, as required

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Tertiary qualification in Electrical/Electronics, Control Systems or Power Systems Engineering
  • Registered professional engineer with relevant accreditation, such as RPEQ/RPEV, is essential
  • Chartered status with Engineers Australia is desirable
  • 7+ years' experience in the design, construction, operation or maintenance of OT for power generation, power transmission, gas transmission, gas processing, LNG, utilities or associated industries
  • Strong customer focus and a track record of delivering complex, multi-stakeholder solutions that meet operational requirements
  • Experience configuring and developing SCADA/DCS (GeoSCADA or similar), Data Historian, Control Systems, Safety Systems, PLC/RTU and related technologies
  • Experience with risk management and Management of Change in live operational environments
  • Working knowledge of ICCP/TASE.2, DNP3, IEC 61850, Modbus and OPC
  • Working knowledge of IT/OT networking, including switching, routing and firewalls
  • Working knowledge of applicable cyber security standards and frameworks, including IEC 62443 and AESCSF
  • Working knowledge of project management tools, lifecycles and methodologies, including package management across the project lifecycle
  • Applicants must be eligible to work in Australia
  • Candidates are subject to background vetting, including Police checks, before and during employment

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Competitive remuneration
  • Employee benefits
  • Flexible working arrangements
  • Wellbeing initiatives
  • Targeted career development programs
  • Inclusive parental leave policy offering 18 weeks of leave, including superannuation