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Engineering Technician - Controls Specialist

Australia, Alice Springs · Job Posted May 31, 2026
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Work on critical infrastructure in one of Australia’s most unique and technically complex environments. At Amentum, we support mission-critical operations that require precision, reliability, and highly capable technical teams. We are seeking an experienced Engineering Technician – Controls Specialist to join our Engineering Integration team in Alice Springs, Australia, supporting advanced control systems, automation infrastructure, and facility-critical operations. You will work across power generation systems, electrical distribution infrastructure, PLCs, SCADA, BMS, and automation systems within a highly specialised operational environment where no two days are the same. From troubleshooting complex faults to supporting infrastructure upgrades and integration projects, this role offers the opportunity to work on systems that directly support operational and mission success.

Job Responsibility

  • Performing preventative maintenance, inspections, testing, and servicing across control systems, automation infrastructure, and associated electrical equipment
  • Diagnosing and resolving faults across PLCs, SCADA, BMS, power generation systems, electrical distribution infrastructure, and automation platforms
  • Supporting system upgrades, configuration changes, commissioning activities, and infrastructure integration projects
  • Installing, configuring, and maintaining control systems and automation equipment within operational environments
  • Monitoring system performance, responding to alarms and operational anomalies, and implementing corrective actions to minimise downtime
  • Conducting troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and technical investigations into complex system issues
  • Collaborating closely with Engineering, Operations, Projects, contractors, and external vendors to support maintenance and improvement activities
  • Reviewing technical documentation, engineering changes, Statements of Work (SOW), SOPs, and operational procedures
  • Supporting continuous improvement initiatives focused on automation performance, system reliability, and operational resilience
  • Maintaining accurate technical records, maintenance documentation, configuration data, and system histories in line with site requirements
  • Providing hands-on technical support across a diverse range of critical infrastructure systems within a fast-paced operational environment
  • Participating in operational response activities and supporting critical maintenance requirements when required

Requirements

  • An Australian Restricted Electrical Licence or recognised equivalent U.S. electrical licence subject to applicable regulatory requirements
  • Certificate III qualification as an Electrician, Refrigeration Mechanic or other relevant trade discipline or
  • Significant relevant industry experience may be considered in lieu of formal qualifications
  • 5 years of experience working in a similar environment with trade qualifications or
  • 5 years of experience in Building Management Systems Engineer or
  • 5 years of experience as Controls Systems Engineer
  • Demonstrated experience working within industrial controls, automation, electrical or facilities infrastructure environments
  • Current Driver's License
  • Experience supporting Building Management Systems (BMS), SCADA and industrial automation platforms
  • Experience supporting power generation and electrical distribution infrastructure
  • Experience supporting mission critical or high-availability infrastructure environments
  • Experience working within secure, remote or highly regulated operational environments
  • Experience supporting infrastructure integration, commissioning or system improvement projects

Nice to have

  • Experience supporting Building Management Systems (BMS), SCADA and industrial automation platforms
  • Experience supporting power generation and electrical distribution infrastructure
  • Experience supporting mission critical or high-availability infrastructure environments
  • Experience working within secure, remote or highly regulated operational environments
  • Experience supporting infrastructure integration, commissioning or system improvement projects

What we offer

  • Competitive salary
  • Annual allowances
  • Relocation Assistance for relocating to Alice Springs Australia
  • Education Assistance Programs
  • Exposure to diverse and advanced technical systems
  • Career progression and leadership opportunities across site
  • Long-term career development within a global organisation
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