Instrumentation and Control Engineer

Placements24; Southampton; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Retirement benefits

Professional development

Vendor certifications

Job summary

Placements24 in Randburg is seeking an experienced Instrumentation and Control Engineer to design, implement, and maintain control systems that ensure safe, efficient operation of industrial processes.

You will work with PLC/DCS platforms, field instrumentation, and SIS concepts, developing control strategies, troubleshooting issues, and supporting operations with technical expertise.

Qualifications

• Degree in EE/Chemical Eng with instrumentation and control specialization.
• Minimum 6 years in industrial instrumentation and control systems.
• Proficiency with major PLC/DCS platforms and SCADA systems.
• Strong understanding of SIS, process dynamics, and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Design, configure, and program PLCs/DCS.
• Select, calibrate, and maintain instrumentation (pressure, temperature, flow, level).
• Develop control strategies to optimize processes.
• Troubleshoot instrumentation and control systems to minimize downtime.
• Draft P&IDs and control philosophies; ensure safety compliance.
• Collaborate with operations and maintenance for technical support.

Skills

Instrumentation & control engineering

PLC/DCS programming

SCADA systems

Field instrumentation

SIS (Safety Instrumented Systems)

Process dynamics

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or related field with instrumentation and control specialization

Tools

Siemens PLC

Rockwell PLC

Honeywell DCS

SCADA

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a skilled Instrumentation and Control Engineer to join their technical team in Randburg . This role is crucial for designing, implementing, and maintaining the control systems and instrumentation that ensure the safe, efficient, and reliable operation of industrial processes. You will work with state-of-the-art technologies to automate and optimize plant operations, troubleshoot complex issues, and ensure system integrity. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in industrial automation, PLC/DCS systems, and field instrumentation, contributing to the technological advancement of operations in Gauteng .

Key Responsibilities

• Design, configure, and program Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) and Distributed Control Systems (DCS).
• Select, install, calibrate, and maintain a wide range of industrial instrumentation (e.g., pressure, temperature, flow, level sensors).
• Develop and implement control strategies to optimize process performance and efficiency.
• Troubleshoot and resolve instrumentation and control system issues, minimizing downtime.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and contribute to the development of P&IDs and control philosophies.
• Collaborate with operations and maintenance teams to provide technical support and training.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related field with a specialization in instrumentation and control.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in industrial instrumentation and control systems engineering .
• Proficiency with major PLC/DCS platforms (e.g., Siemens, Rockwell, Honeywell) and SCADA systems.
• Strong understanding of feedback control theory, process dynamics, and safety instrumented systems (SIS).
• Experience with field instrumentation, calibration procedures, and industrial networks.
• Excellent analytical, diagnostic, and problem-solving skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package commensurate with experience and qualifications.
• Comprehensive medical and retirement benefits.
• Opportunities for professional development, including vendor certifications and advanced training.
• A challenging and rewarding role in a dynamic industrial environment in Randburg .
• Exposure to advanced automation technologies and critical infrastructure projects in Gauteng .