Electrical Design & Automation Engineer (Hybrid)

Placements24; Queenstown; Hybrid; NZD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Comprehensive medical aid and pension

Professional development in automation

Exposure to cutting-edge manufacturing

Collaborative team environment

Travel to customer sites for servicing

Job summary

Placements24 in Queenstown invites an innovative Electrical Design & Control Systems Engineer to manage the full lifecycle of electrical control systems. This hybrid role blends on-site collaboration with remote work, enabling design, programming, and ongoing support for automated production machinery.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in industrial automation, strong PLC/HMI skills, and CAD experience. Join a dynamic team delivering robust, efficient control solutions across complex systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in electrical design and control systems engineering, with a strong focus on industrial automation.
• Proficiency in PLC programming (Ladder Logic, Structured Text, FBD) and HMI/SCADA development.
• Experience with CAD software for electrical schematics (EPLAN, AutoCAD Electrical).
• Solid understanding of industrial communication protocols (Profibus, Profinet, Ethernet/IP).
• Knowledge of safety standards for industrial machinery (ISO 13849, IEC 61508).

Responsibilities

• Design and develop electrical schematics and control panel layouts for automated machinery using CAD software.
• Program and configure PLCs, HMIs, and VFDs from various manufacturers.
• Specify and select electrical components, sensors, and actuators for automation systems.
• Develop and implement robust control logic to meet performance, safety, and operational requirements.
• Conduct system integration, testing, commissioning, and troubleshooting on the factory floor.
• Collaborate with mechanical design teams to ensure seamless integration of electrical and mechanical components.
• Create and maintain detailed technical documentation, including wiring diagrams, software code, and operating manuals.
• Provide technical support to production and maintenance teams for automation-related issues.

Skills

PLC programming

HMI/SCADA development

Electrical CAD

Industrial networking

Robotic integration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Mechatronics degree

Tools

EPLAN

AutoCAD Electrical

Siemens PLC

Allen-Bradley PLC

Omron

Job description

Placements24 in Queenstown invites an innovative Electrical Design & Control Systems Engineer to manage the full lifecycle of electrical control systems. This hybrid role blends on-site collaboration with remote work, enabling design, programming, and ongoing support for automated production machinery.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in industrial automation, strong PLC/HMI skills, and CAD experience. Join a dynamic team delivering robust, efficient control solutions across complex systems.