Senior Control & Instrumentation Engineer

Placements24; Southampton; Ibrido; GBP 40.000 - 76.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Highly competitive salary

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement savings plan

Professional development

Hybrid work arrangement

Generous paid time off

Descrizione del lavoro

WhatJobs Direct is seeking a Senior Control & Instrumentation Engineer to join a dedicated team. This hybrid role is based in Randburg and combines on-site project work with remote design and analysis.

You will design and optimize advanced control systems and instrumentation for varied industrial processes, leading projects and mentoring junior engineers. The ideal candidate has 8+ years in control systems and instrumentation, experience with major PLC/DCS platforms, and strong leadership and

Competenze

• 8+ years in control systems engineering and instrumentation in an industrial setting.
• Experience with major PLC/DCS platforms (Siemens, DeltaV, Experion) and SIL-based safety systems.
• Strong knowledge of process control theory and tuning methods.
• Experience with Fieldbus, Profinet, Ethernet/IP protocols.
• Able to lead projects and mentor junior engineers with strong client interaction.

Mansioni

• Design, develop, and implement robust control strategies for complex processes.
• Specify and procure control hardware, instrumentation and software.
• Develop P&IDs, FDS, and control philosophies.
• Configure and program PLCs, DCS, and SIS.
• Oversee installation, commissioning, and testing of systems.
• Troubleshoot complex control/instrumentation issues.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior staff.
• Collaborate with project managers, clients, and other disciplines.
• Ensure designs comply with industry standards and safety regulations.
• Stay updated with emerging automation technologies.

Conoscenze

Leadership

Project management

Client interaction

Troubleshooting

Problem-solving

Formazione

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Mechatronics

Strumenti

Siemens PLC

Emerson DeltaV

Honeywell Experion

Descrizione del lavoro

About the Role

Our client, WhatJobs Direct, is seeking an experienced Senior Control & Instrumentation Engineer to join our dedicated team. This hybrid role, based in Randburg, Gauteng , offers a dynamic blend of on-site project involvement and remote design and analysis capabilities. You will be responsible for the design, implementation, and optimization of advanced control systems and instrumentation solutions for various industrial processes. This position requires a deep technical understanding of process control, automation technologies, and instrumentation hardware. As a senior engineer, you will lead challenging projects, mentor junior engineers, and contribute significantly to our innovation pipeline. We are committed to delivering state-of-the-art solutions that enhance efficiency, safety, and productivity for our clients. The ideal candidate is a forward-thinking professional with excellent problem-solving skills and a passion for technological advancement. This role provides an excellent platform for career growth within a reputable organization operating in the Randburg area and beyond.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement robust control strategies and instrumentation systems for complex industrial processes.


• Specify, select, and procure control system hardware, instrumentation, and associated software.


• Develop P&IDs (Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams), functional design specifications, and control philosophies.


• Configure and program PLCs, DCS (Distributed Control Systems), and safety instrumented systems (SIS).


• Oversee the installation, commissioning, and testing of control and instrumentation systems.


• Troubleshoot and diagnose complex issues within control systems and instrumentation loops.


• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineering staff.


• Collaborate closely with project managers, clients, and other engineering disciplines.


• Ensure all designs and implementations comply with industry standards, codes, and safety regulations.


• Stay current with emerging technologies in automation, process control, and instrumentation.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a closely related field.


• Minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in control systems engineering and instrumentation within an industrial setting.


• Proven experience with major PLC/DCS platforms (e.g., Siemens, Emerson DeltaV, Honeywell Experion) and safety systems (e.g., SIL-rated systems).


• Expertise in specifying and troubleshooting a wide range of industrial instrumentation (pressure, temperature, flow, level, analytical).


• Strong understanding of process control theory and tuning methodologies.


• Experience with industrial communication protocols (e.g., Fieldbus, Profinet, Ethernet/IP).


• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and design skills.


• Strong leadership and project management capabilities.


• Effective communication and interpersonal skills for client interaction and team collaboration.


• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid model, with regular on-site presence required in Randburg, Gauteng , and remote capabilities.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and bonus structure.


• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.


• Retirement savings plan with company contributions.


• Significant opportunities for professional development and career advancement.


• Exposure to cutting‑edge technologies and challenging projects.


• Flexible hybrid work arrangement.


• Generous paid time off.