Process Control and Automation Engineer

Placements24; Kimberley; On-site; CAD 77,000 - 112,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance bonuses

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Life assurance

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Process Control and Automation Engineer for operations in Kimberley, South Africa. You will design, implement, and maintain advanced process control systems to optimize plant performance, safety, and reliability.

The role covers DCS/PLC configuration, HMI development, SIS implementation, and project leadership, with collaboration across process engineers and maintenance teams in a mining chemicals setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Mechatronics Engineering.
• Minimum 5 years' experience in process control and automation in an industrial environment.
• Experience with DCS (Honeywell Experion, Emerson DeltaV) and PLC programming (Siemens, Rockwell).
• Strong understanding of instrumentation, sensors, and actuators; HMI/SCADA knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement process control strategies and logic for plant operations.
• Configure and maintain DCS/PLC systems and related instrumentation.
• Develop and manage HMI applications for operator control.
• Troubleshoot control systems, instrumentation, and automation hardware/software.
• Collaborate with process engineers to optimize performance using advanced control techniques.
• Ensure reliability and availability of automation systems; manage SIS implementations.
• Lead automation projects, upgrades and new installations; provide training and support.

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a major player in the mining chemicals sector, is seeking a skilled Process Control and Automation Engineer to join their operations in Kimberley. This role is responsible for the design, implementation, and maintenance of advanced process control systems, ensuring optimal plant performance, efficiency, and safety. You will work with state-of-the-art automation technologies to monitor and control complex chemical processes. This is a critical position for ensuring the reliability and productivity of our Northern Cape facilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement process control strategies and logic for plant operations.
• Configure and maintain Distributed Control Systems (DCS) and Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs).
• Develop and manage Human-Machine Interface (HMI) applications for operator control.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues with control systems, instrumentation, and automation hardware/software.
• Collaborate with process engineers to optimize process performance through advanced control techniques.
• Ensure the reliability and availability of all automation systems.
• Develop and implement safety instrumented systems (SIS) in accordance with relevant standards.
• Manage automation projects, including system upgrades and new installations.
• Provide training and technical support to operations and maintenance personnel.
• Stay current with emerging technologies in industrial automation and control.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Mechatronics Engineering.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in process control and automation within an industrial environment, preferably chemical or mining.
• Proven experience with DCS (e.g., Honeywell Experion, Emerson DeltaV) and PLC programming (e.g., Siemens, Rockwell).
• Strong understanding of industrial instrumentation, sensors, and actuators.
• Experience with HMI/SCADA system development and maintenance.
• Knowledge of functional safety standards (e.g., IEC 61511) is a plus.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
• Ability to work effectively in a plant environment, including occasional off-hours or shift work.
• Must be legally authorized to work in South Africa.

Benefits

• Our client offers a competitive salary, performance bonuses, and a comprehensive benefits package including medical aid, retirement fund, and life assurance.

The role is based in Kimberley, Northern Cape, offering a stable and rewarding career in a key industrial sector.