Principal Instrumentation Engineer

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Principal Instrumentation Engineer to support major brownfield capital projects within a large industrial processing operation. This is a site-based role where you will provide technical leadership across the full project lifecycle, from concept and design through to construction and commissioning.

• Regional Victoria
• Full-time site-based role
• 12-month contract with strong potential for extension

Key Responsibilities

• Define project scopes and manage scope changes through established project controls processes.
• Prepare and review engineering deliverables including datasheets, scopes of work, specifications, calculations, drawings and technical reports.
• Participate in project meetings, provide progress updates and ensure compliance with quality management procedures.
• Support procurement, construction and commissioning activities, including technical evaluations and vendor engagement.
• Monitor engineering budgets and resource allocation against approved project plans.
• Apply risk management and safety principles across all engineering activities.
• Provide technical guidance, mentoring and peer review support to project and discipline teams.
• Develop strong relationships with stakeholders and collaborate to resolve technical challenges.
• Identify engineering issues and deliver practical, fit-for-purpose solutions.
• Maintain awareness of industry developments, standards and emerging technologies.

About You

• Degree-qualified Engineer eligible for professional membership with a recognised engineering body.
• Extensive instrumentation and control systems engineering experience within brownfield industrial environments.
• Proven experience delivering multidisciplinary engineering projects.
• Strong background in minerals processing, resources, energy, heavy industry or similar sectors.
• Demonstrated ability to lead teams across multiple locations and mentor developing engineers.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Experience working closely with construction teams and managing site interfaces.
• Hands-on field experience with brownfield installations will be highly regarded.

What's on Offer

• Long-term contract opportunity with extension potential.
• Work on significant brownfield capital projects.
• Join an experienced engineering team delivering complex industrial upgrades.
• Competitive contractor rates available.

How to Apply

• Keen to learn more? Reach out to adam@techresources.com.au