Control Systems Engineer

Our world depends on rocks, minerals, metals and other raw materials – the building blocks of modern society. As an industry leader, Metso helps transform these essential materials to enable sustainable modern life.

Our solutions and services support everything from renewable energy and electrification to the infrastructure and digital economy shaping our future. Together, we help our customers meet growing demand while driving the industry toward a more sustainable use of the earth’s natural resources.

Join nearly 18,000 Metsonites worldwide, each bringing unique expertise and experience to positive change. At Metso, you’re supported by a growth culture built on safety, wellbeing, inclusion and collaboration.

This is your opportunity to make an impact and rise above the possible.

Job posting end date: 04/09/2026

Join an industry leader and make a positive change in the sustainable use of the world’s natural resources. Together, we will transform the business and drive the industry toward a greener future.

At Metso, you will be supported by our inclusive culture and a network of colleagues from around the world. With us, you will embark on a personal growth journey and are encouraged to realize your potential. This is your invitation to rise above the possible.

INTRODUCTION:

Metso is a global leader in mineral processing solutions, delivering automation and process control systems for bulk material handling applications worldwide.

We are seeking a Control Systems Engineer with strong technical capability in PLC/SCADA development, industrial networking, and on‑site commissioning to support both customer project delivery and Metso’s standard product automation platform.

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

• Producing detailed engineering design deliverables such as control philosophies, design specifications, I/O lists, and system architecture documents.
• Developing PLC logic, HMI interfaces and SCADA systems.
• Designing process and control system architectures for BMH applications, ensuring accuracy and alignment with functional requirements.
• Supporting FAT activities, including test procedure development and execution.
• Performing on-site commissioning, fault-finding, tuning, and validation of control systems and instrumentation.
• Providing technical support during installation, start-up, and customer acceptance stages.
• Contributing to the development and maintenance of Metso’s standard automation product portfolio.
• Collaborating with internal engineering teams, service teams, and customers to ensure successful delivery of automation solutions.

WHO YOU ARE:

Essential Skills and Experience

• Bachelor of Engineering or technology in Electrical / Electronics / Electronics and telecommunication / Instrumentation Engineering or equivalent with a minimum experience of 3 years
• Proven proficiency in:

• PLC programming on GE, Schneider platforms
• SCADA development, particularly AVEVA (Citect) SCADA, and CIMPLICITY SCADA AVEVA (Citect)

• Bulk material handing process experience.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to diagnose control system issues under operational constraints.
• Effective communication skills for working directly with customers, vendors, and internal stakeholders.
• Factory Acceptance Testing
• Site based Control system commissioning.

Desirable Experience

• PLC development in Siemens, ABB and Rockwell Automation software.
• InTouch, and Factory Talk View SCADA development.
• Designing process automation solutions for OEM equipment.
• Project management.
• Variable speed drive design and commissioning.
• Plant Historians and Databases.
• Engineers’ Australia membership (or eligible).

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

• Extensive learning opportunities - ongoing growth dialogues, internal mobility, mentoring programs, education assistance, ambitious projects, and global opportunities.
• Wellbeing and safety - benefit from occupational healthcare, generous benefits plan, healthy living rewards, mental well-being services, on-site gym, meal benefits, car/bicycle benefits, and engagement surveys.
• Annual bonus - global incentive programs tied to business and performance targets.
• Hybrid working possibilities - while we are big advocates of meeting and collaborating in person, we believe in fostering a flexible work environment.
• Worldwide support - leverage our network of peers across the world, offering valuable assistance. We get things done together, through open and honest communication.
• A thriving culture – we are committed to developing an inclusive culture that enables everyone to do their best and reach their full potential. A culture that is courageous, compelling, and caring, and unites our people to build a sustainable future together.
• A work environment where safety is always the number one priority – both your physical and mental health is our priority
• A competitive base salary reflective of your skills and experience with annual incentive program
• Additional Annual Leave benefit - your health and wellbeing is a priority, increase your leave entitlement with every year you work at Metso.
• Gender neutral parental leave - 18 weeks paid in full
• Paid Volunteer Leave so you can give back to the local community or an organisation of your choice
• Comprehensive medical benefits including discounted private health insurance for employees and immediate family

Metso is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from a diverse range of suitably qualified candidates.    

Metso is committed to pay equity and transparent reward practices globally. Compensation information is shared in line with local legislation and applicable recruitment practices.
 

How to join - Working at Metso - About Metso - Diversity and Inclusion - Meet our people

Metso is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workforce culture. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, nationality, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran or status as a qualified individual with a disability.

Metso is a frontrunner in sustainable technologies, end-to-end solutions and services for the aggregates, minerals processing and metals refining industries globally. We improve our customers’ energy and water efficiency, increase their productivity, and reduce environmental risks with our product and service expertise. We are the partner for positive change.

Metso is headquartered in Espoo, Finland. At the end of 2025 Metso had close to 18,000 employees in around 50 countries, and sales in 2025 were about EUR 5.3 billion. Metso is listed on the Nasdaq Helsinki. 

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