Principal Engineer - Development Integrations

Principal Engineer - Development Integrations

Contract Type:

Contractor

Salary:

 -  

Location:

Perth - Western Australia 

Industry:

Engineering

Date Published:

22-Oct-2026

The role
 
A leading mining technology organisation is seeking a Principal Engineer - Development Integrations to provide technical leadership across the development and integration of complex autonomous and safety-critical systems.
This role will lead engineering teams responsible for integrating software, onboard technologies, hardware platforms and third-party solutions into a large-scale operational environment. Working closely with internal stakeholders, OEMs and technology partners, you will drive the successful delivery of integrated capabilities from concept through to deployment.
 
Key Responsibilities
  • Lead and mentor engineers delivering complex integration projects.
  • Provide technical leadership across software, systems and hardware-integrated solutions.
  • Drive integration of vendor and OEM technologies into an existing product ecosystem.
  • Oversee development and integration of onboard and safety-related systems.
  • Support the use of simulation, SIL and HIL environments to reduce integration risk.
  • Ensure solutions are integration-ready prior to verification and deployment.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional engineering, product and operational teams.
About You
  • Degree qualified in Engineering, Computer Science or a related discipline.
  • Extensive experience in systems integration, software engineering, automation, robotics, autonomy or embedded systems.
  • Proven technical leadership experience within complex engineering environments.
  • Strong understanding of hardware and software integration principles.
  • Experience working with safety-critical, mission-critical or highly regulated systems.
  • Exposure to simulation, SIL/HIL environments or advanced testing frameworks is highly regarded.
  • Ability to influence technical direction across multidisciplinary teams and external partners.
Desirable Experience
  • Mining, autonomous systems, robotics, automotive, rail, defence or industrial automation environments.
  • Functional safety frameworks and safety-critical development practices.
  • Integration of sensors, communications, control systems or onboard computing platforms.
What's On Offer
  • Opportunity to work on industry-leading autonomous and advanced technology solutions.
  • High-impact technical leadership role.
  • Collaborative engineering environment focused on innovation and continuous improvement.
  • Competitive remuneration package.

DRD Group is a specialist recruitment provider renowned for recruiting quality project teams on major projects within the Energy, Resources, Defence, Renewables and Infrastructure sectors.

DRD Group embraces a diverse workforce culture and encourages applicants from all backgrounds to apply. All work assignments are subject to successful completion of a medical, drug and alcohol screen plus verification of all original certifications and qualifications.

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