Senior OT Engineer
Perth
We're leading Western Australians to their intelligent energy future.
And we want you to be part of it.
You might know us as Western Australia's largest electricity generator and energy retailer, supporting 1.2 million customers across the state.
But what you might not know, is that we’re investing in renewable energy projects, including wind farms and big batteries, to help build a more sustainable and reliable future.
Our Big Battery is now live in Kwinana, we’re expanding the Warradarge Wind Farm, the WA EV Network has launched, and we have many other projects in the works.
We're a purpose-driven organisation, owned by the people of WA. Our commitment is to ensure all Western Australians have access to secure, reliable, and sustainable energy.
We believe that the benefits of renewable energy aren’t just for some, they're for everyone.
This is where you come in.
Role Description:
The Senior OT Engineer is an exciting opportunity in our DER & OT Systems team based at our Perth Central Park office. This role is central to supporting and modernising Synergy’s SCADA systems across Future Energy and Thermal Generation, with a strong emphasis on safety, cybersecurity, and system reliability.
As a technical leader within the OT Systems team, the Senior OT Engineer will deliver engineering capabilities across both project and BAU functions. The role involves harmonising OT standards, guiding technology selection, and ensuring systems are designed in line with IEC 62443. You’ll work closely with internal teams and external partners such as AEMO and Western Power to ensure SCADA systems are secure, supportable, and aligned with strategic goals.
Ideal candidates will bring experience in SCADA system design (particularly Ignition SCADA), power systems, and industrial communication protocols. Strong collaboration, problem-solving, and strategic thinking skills are essential, along with a passion for innovation and continuous improvement in a fast-evolving energy landscape.
Job responsibilities:
- Lead SCADA system integration and modernisation efforts across Future Energy and Thermal Generation, ensuring safe, cyber-secure, and supportable implementations.
- Provide engineering guidance and subject matter expertise for OT systems, including hardware, applications, and converging technologies, with a focus on safety and compliance.
- Harmonise OT technical standards and procedures, including preferred hardware, protocols, system architectures, and alarm management, while coordinating with vendors and third parties.
- Design and coordinate support processes for critical OT systems to meet 24/7 service level agreements (SLAs) for response, remediation, and resolution.
- Advise on the selection and integration of new technologies within the OT domain, ensuring alignment with IEC 62443 and enabling future innovation.
What you will bring:
- Tertiary qualification in Electrical & Instrumentation Engineering or a related discipline, with strong experience in SCADA system design and integration.
- Hands-on expertise with Ignition SCADA and industrial communication protocols such as MQTT, OPC-UA, DNP3, and MODBUS.
- Knowledge of power systems and utilities, with a solid understanding of field instrumentation, PLCs, and telemetry equipment.
- Familiarity with cybersecurity frameworks, particularly IEC 62443, and a commitment to safe, secure OT system design.
- Strong collaboration and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work across engineering, operations, and cybersecurity teams to deliver strategic outcomes.
So, what's it like working for Synergy?
As one of Australia's most trusted utility brands, we value our customers, the community we operate in, and our people. When you work with us, you'll be joining an inclusive and proactive organisation, one that enables innovative thinking, accountable leadership, and collaboration. It's how we're creating an exceptional workplace, and we want you to be part of it.
At Synergy we have a wide range of benefits designed to help you balance your work and home life, support your health and wellbeing along with having access to professional development opportunities.
Here's a just a few of the benefits you'll have access to as a Synergy employee:
- Flexible work arrangements
- Paid parental leave for primary and secondary caregivers
- Other leave options including reproductive and purchased annual leave
- Volunteer leave so you can give back to your community
- Learning and development opportunities.
More details can be found here
At Synergy we believe in creating an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone can thrive and feel a true sense of belonging. We're proud to be recognised as an inclusive employer by the Diversity Council of Australia. We celebrate our diversity and warmly welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, especially those from underrepresented groups.
Synergy is committed to improving employment opportunities and outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. As a measure to achieving equality, Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 (WA) and section 8(1) of the Racial Discrimination Act 1975 (Cth) will apply to this vacancy. We welcome applications from anyone who has the demonstrated skills and experience to successfully perform this role. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply.
Have we sparked your interest? We hope so. It’s an exciting time for energy in Western Australia – and you’re connected to it.
Click 'Apply' below to get started with your application.
Applications close 11 November 2025, however Synergy reserves the right to close applications when a suitable pool of candidates is identified.
Need some help?
Get in touch with our Talent Acquisition team at recruitment@synergy.net.au.