Principal Automation Systems Engineer

About the role

Evoenergy is seeking a highly experienced and strategic Principal Automation Systems Engineer to manage and evolve our SCADA and substation automation systems. This pivotal role is responsible for shaping the long-term strategy overseeing asset planning and delivering complex technical solutions that support the reliability and performance of our network. Youll lead a team of engineers and technicians drive innovation in automation technologies and ensure compliance with industry standards and cyber security protocols.

As a senior technical leader you will play a critical role in developing and maintaining standards procedures and specifications for SCADA and IEC 61850-based systems. Youll be instrumental in ensuring the successful delivery of our SCADA program of work including augmentation asset replacement and maintenance. Your expertise will guide the design commissioning and integration of advanced automation systems across Evoenergys infrastructure supporting both operational excellence and customer outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of SCADA and automation engineers and technicians.
• Develop and maintain 10-year asset-specific plans strategies and budgets for SCADA systems.
• Conduct whole-of-life asset analysis and risk-based investment scenario planning.
• Define and oversee the annual SCADA program of work ensuring delivery aligns with business objectives.
• Develop and maintain standards procedures and specifications for SCADA and IEC 61850 systems.
• Ensure cyber security controls and compliance across all SCADA systems and networks.

Please see the attached position descriptions to view the full list of responsibilities for these roles.

Our Ideal Candidate

• Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering Systems Engineering Telecommunications IT or related discipline with eligibility for ACT Professional Engineering Registration.
• Extensive experience in SCADA systems design implementation and commissioning including IEC 61850 DNP3 and Modbus protocols.
• Strong understanding of cyber security for control systems and communications network design (IP fibre optic radio).
• Proven project management and strategic planning capabilities.
• Excellent leadership analytical thinking and problem-solving skills with a commitment to safety and continuous improvement.

About Evoenergy:

We own maintain and operate the electricity distribution network in the ACT and the gas network in the ACT and parts of NSW. We supply safe reliable and cost-effective electricity to over 200000 residential and business electricity customers and over 140000 gas customers.

At Evoenergy were focused on safety reliability innovation and sustainability. We boast a positive safety culture that encourages and inspires because the work we do matters to thousands of Canberrans.

Were an Equal Opportunity Employer and embrace a diverse inclusive and respective culture where people are empowered to fulfil their potential. We welcome people with diverse skills experiences perspectives and backgrounds and encourage applications regardless of gender age ethnicity sexual orientation disability.

Apply now

Apply through our Recruitment Portal by submitting your resume and a cover letter that clearly outlines the key skills knowledge and experience you can bring to the role. You should also address the Ideal Candidate criteria above.

To learn more about the role please email James Cole at

For guidance with the application process please contact Lucy Bate at

Applications will be accepted until the 18th of November

Please note: the successful applicant must have or be willing to obtain an AusCheck background check. For more information on AusCheck background checks please see information available from Department of Home Affairs