SCADA engineering careers at ACE
Build your career in smart utilities
Explore SCADA engineering careers with Australian Control Engineering in Perth. Design, test and commission control systems for water, power, transport and renewable energy projects across Australia.
Who are ACE?
ACE specialises in electrical engineering, SCADA and control systems for Australian utilities. Our Perth team works across design, integration, testing and site commissioning.
Projects span water, power and transport, as well as battery energy storage, solar, wind and microgrids. Explore our engineering case studies to see the work.
Working at ACE
Our team shares knowledge, takes responsibility and values different perspectives.
There's no inner circle
Graduates and senior engineers share ideas and practical knowledge. This helps us solve client problems together.
Everyone's empowered to work autonomously
Take ownership of your designs and project work, with support from experienced colleagues.
Diverse perspectives are celebrated
Different perspectives improve our work. We aim to create an inclusive team where people feel they belong.
Employees are treated like people, not numbers
We recognise life outside work. Depending on the role, work may span home, the Perth office and client sites.
Engineering and technical roles
Electrical and Controls Engineer
Full TimeDesign, develop, and commission SCADA, PLC, and RTU control systems for utility clients across water, energy, and transport. You'll work across the full project lifecycle — from functional design specifications through FAT/SAT, site commissioning, and handover. Multi-vendor platform experience (Schneider, ABB, Siemens, Allen Bradley) is highly regarded.
Express Your Interest →Project Engineer (Electrical & Controls)
Full TimeLead the delivery of electrical and control systems projects from scoping through to commissioning. You'll manage schedules, budgets, procurement, and client relationships while coordinating engineering teams across SCADA, PLC, communications, and site works. Strong technical foundations combined with project management capability are essential.
Express Your Interest →Electrical Technician
Full Time · A-Grade Licence RequiredInstall, wire, test, and commission control panels, RTUs, PLCs, and SCADA equipment on utility and renewable energy sites across Australia. You'll perform loop testing, point-to-point verification, and support FAT/SAT programs. A current A-Grade Electrical Licence is required. Experience in industrial control systems and hazardous areas is a plus.
Express Your Interest →SCADA Engineer
Full TimeDevelop and configure wide-area SCADA systems for utilities — including GeoSCADA, PlantSCADA, MicroSCADA, VTSCADA, and Ignition platforms. You'll design alarm philosophies, build operator interfaces, configure historian and trending, and integrate with RTUs and PLCs via protocols including DNP3, IEC 61850, Modbus, and OPC UA. Experience in water, energy, or transport SCADA is highly valued.
Express Your Interest →Drafter
Part TimeProduce and maintain electrical and control systems drawings using AutoCAD and EPLAN — including schematics, panel layouts, cable schedules, network architecture diagrams, and site installation drawings. You'll work closely with engineers to ensure designs are accurately documented and meet client and regulatory standards. Attention to detail and experience with industrial electrical drafting is essential.
Express Your Interest →Technical Sales Engineer
Full TimeDrive business development and client engagement for ACE's SCADA, control systems, and renewable energy services. You'll identify new opportunities, develop proposals, present technical solutions to utility clients, and build long-term partnerships. A strong understanding of SCADA, OT, and the Australian utilities market is essential — combined with excellent communication skills and a consultative sales approach.
Express Your Interest →If you're driven and passionate about engineering, we'd love to hear from you. Specify the role you're applying for in your application. Positions are open only to applicants with current Australian permanent residency or citizenship.
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Build your skills through project experience, mentoring and professional development. Select your current role and a career goal to explore a pathway.
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