Hybrid Automation & Control Engineer — Growth & Impact

Placements24; Willows (CA); Hybrid; USD 37,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement benefits

Hybrid work model

Travel to client sites

Job summary

Placements24 seeks an Automation & Control Systems Engineer to design, program, and commission PLCs and HMIs for diverse industrial automation projects. The role involves developing SCADA, configuring VFDs, and ensuring reliable operation of complex control solutions.

Hybrid work model offers a balance of on-site project work in Welkom, Free State, and remote system analysis. Applicants should have 4+ years in automation and strong PLC/HMI skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics or related field.
• 4+ years hands-on experience in industrial automation and control systems.
• Proficient in PLC programming and HMI/SCADA software.
• Strong knowledge of industrial networking protocols and motor control.

Responsibilities

• Design, program, and commission PLCs and HMIs for automation systems.
• Develop and integrate SCADA systems.
• Configure VFDs, servo systems and industrial networks.
• Perform troubleshooting to minimize downtime and improve efficiency.
• Create technical documentation and user manuals.

Skills

PLC programming

HMI/SCADA

Industrial networking

Troubleshooting

Teamwork/communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering/Mechatronics

Tools

Siemens S7

Allen-Bradley RSLogix

WinCC

Ignition

FactoryTalk

Job description

Placements24 seeks an Automation & Control Systems Engineer to design, program, and commission PLCs and HMIs for diverse industrial automation projects. The role involves developing SCADA, configuring VFDs, and ensuring reliable operation of complex control solutions.

Hybrid work model offers a balance of on-site project work in Welkom, Free State, and remote system analysis. Applicants should have 4+ years in automation and strong PLC/HMI skills.