Automation Control Engineer

Automation & Control Engineer

Perth, Western Australia

Royal Mechanical Group Pty Ltd (Trading as Royal Poly Products)

Full-Time

Salary: AUD $80,000 – $85,000 + Superannuation

Royal Mechanical Group Pty Ltd, trading as Royal Poly Products, is a Perth-based Australian engineering and manufacturing company specialising in pipeline pigging and pipeline maintenance solutions for the oil & gas, mining, water, and infrastructure sectors.

We design and manufacture engineered pipeline pigs and support pipeline inspection and pigging operations through practical engineering, field experience, instrumentation support, and in-house R&D capabilities.

About the Role

We are seeking a motivated and technically capable Automation & Control Engineer to join our growing engineering team in Perth.

This role will focus on the design, integration, and optimisation of instrumentation, control systems, and data-driven technologies used in advanced pipeline pigging and inspection applications. You will work closely with multidisciplinary teams on smart inspection technologies, sensor integration, testing, and automation initiatives.

This is an exciting opportunity for an engineer looking to work on innovative products within a niche and highly specialised industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and validate pipeline pig configurations using engineering calculations, MATLAB models, and performance analysis tools
• Support development of instrumentation, monitoring, and data acquisition systems used in pipeline pigging and inspection operations
• Assist in integration and evaluation of sensors, pig tracking instrumentation, and related pipeline monitoring technologies
• Analyse pig performance, sealing efficiency, wear characteristics, and operational suitability across various pipeline conditions
• Support testing, commissioning, and validation activities for pigging tools and associated instrumentation systems
• Manage and maintain rental pig detection and tracking equipment, ensuring operational readiness and calibration compliance
• Support development of pigging philosophies, operational procedures, and engineering recommendations for pipeline systems
• Apply Python and/or MATLAB for engineering analysis, automation support, modelling, and data interpretation
• Prepare technical reports, engineering documentation, validation records, and controlled revisions
• Participate in research and development activities related to in-house smart pigging, automation, and pipeline inspection technologies
• Collaborate with manufacturing, operations, and engineering teams to support product development and continuous improvement initiatives

Skills & Competencies

• Strong understanding of instrumentation and control systems
• Exposure to pipeline pig manufacturing industry and relevant instrumentation is essential
• Analytical and problem-solving mindset
• Understanding of data acquisition systems and sensor technologies
• Ability to work independently and within multidisciplinary teams
• Strong communication and technical documentation skills

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Electrical, Mechatronics, Instrumentation, Automation, or related discipline)
• 2–4 years of relevant engineering experience in pipeline pig manufacturing is preferred
• Exposure to industrial automation, instrumentation, or embedded systems is advantageous

Preferred Tools & Systems

• SolidWorks
• Python and/or MATLAB
• PLC/SCADA systems (desirable)

Why Join Us?

• Work on cutting-edge pipeline inspection and automation technologies
• Be part of a growing Australian engineering and manufacturing company
• Exposure to international oil & gas and infrastructure projects
• Opportunity to contribute directly to R&D and product innovation
• Clear pathway toward technical leadership and advanced engineering roles

To apply, please send your CV and a brief cover letter to:

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