Principal/Lead Control Systems Engineer - Power & Energy …, Queensland

Job Description Shape the future of energy Are you an experienced Control Systems Engineer ready to lead, influence and drive the energy transition? Join WSP and play a key role in delivering cutting-edge solutions across thermal and renewable generation projects. The Opportunity As a Principal / Lead Control Systems Engineer, you’ll lead a high-performing team delivering industrial control and communication systems for power generation assets. Based in Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne, Adelaide or Canberra, you’ll work across a diverse portfolio including renewables, BESS, modern thermal generation, and emerging technologies, helping clients solve complex challenges and transition to a more sustainable energy future. What you’ll be doing In this role, you will:
- Lead and mentor a team of Control Systems Engineers across major energy projects
- Drive technical leadership and project delivery across generation and new energy solutions
- Support business development, including strategy, proposals and client engagement
- Identify and pursue new opportunities across emerging generation technologies
- Oversee design and delivery of control and instrumentation systems (PLC, DCS), functional safety systems (AS 61511) and EEHA designs
- Develop control, protection and communication systems using protocols such as Modbus, DNP3, Ethernet/IP, OPC and IEC 61850
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including electrical engineers on protection and excitation systems
- Provide technical advisory across refurbishment, operations and asset management projects
- Manage project performance, including commercial metrics, risk and quality outcomes
- Champion a strong health, safety, environment and quality (SHEQ) culture About you You’re a seasoned engineer and leader who thrives on delivering technically complex projects and building strong teams. You’ll bring:
- A Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering
- Chartered status and/or professional registration (CPEng, RPEQ, RPEV)
- Functional Safety Assessment certification, or willingness to get one
- Extensive experience across thermal and renewable generation projects (ideally 10+ years)
- Proven experience or desire to step in a leadership or team management role
- Strong track record delivering complex, multi-disciplinary engineering projects
- Commercial acumen and experience driving business outcomes and growth
- Established industry networks and strong client relationship skills
- Ability to mentor, develop and inspire high-performing teams
- Robust understanding of safety in design, risk management and QA/OH&S; systems Why choose WSP? At WSP, we don’t just offer jobs — we offer careers with purpose. What you can expect:
- Competitive remuneration aligned to your experience
- Flexible and hybrid working options
- Clear career pathways with leadership and development opportunities
- Purpose-driven projects shaping Australia’s energy future
- Up to 16 weeks paid parental leave
- Option to purchase up to 4 additional weeks of leave
- Global mobility opportunities across Australia and beyond
- Employee Share Purchase Plan Ready to make an impact? If you’re excited to lead and shape the future of energy systems, we’d love to hear from you. #J-18808-Ljbffr Apply on Kit Job: kitjobau.com/job/3rh4e1