Senior Control Systems Engineer

Placements24; Windsor Park (TN); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 91,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Retirement fund

Medical aid

Continuous learning

Job summary

Placements24 in East London, Eastern Cape, seeks an experienced Senior Control Systems Engineer to design, implement, and maintain PLC, DCS, and SCADA systems for heavy industry applications supporting mining and manufacturing operations. The role combines onsite collaboration in the East London area with remote analysis and design tasks.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Mechatronics and at least 7 years of industrial control systems experience, including

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or related field required.
• Minimum 7 years of experience in industrial control systems engineering, preferably in mining/manufacturing sectors.
• Proficiency with Siemens and Allen-Bradley PLC platforms and SCADA systems.
• Strong understanding of industrial networking protocols and cybersecurity principles.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and commission PLC, DCS, and SCADA systems for industrial automation.
• Develop and maintain control system software, ensuring functionality, efficiency, and safety.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex issues related to control systems hardware and software.
• Implement advanced control strategies to optimize process performance and reduce costs.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define automation requirements and integrate new systems.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers and technicians.

Skills

PLC/SCADA knowledge

Industrial networking

Cybersecurity fundamentals

Project leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Mechatronics

Tools

Siemens PLC

Allen-Bradley PLC

SCADA systems

Job description

Our client is seeking an experienced Senior Control Systems Engineer to enhance their automated processes and operational efficiency in the East London, Eastern Cape area. This role focuses on the design, implementation, and maintenance of sophisticated control systems that manage complex industrial operations, particularly within the heavy industry and manufacturing sectors that support the mining supply chain. You will work with cutting-edge automation technology, collaborating with engineering teams to ensure optimal performance, reliability, and safety of automated systems. This is a key role for an engineer looking to drive innovation in a dynamic industrial environment, with a hybrid work arrangement offering flexibility.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and commission PLC, DCS, and SCADA systems for industrial automation.
• Develop and maintain control system software, ensuring functionality, efficiency, and safety.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex issues related to control systems hardware and software.
• Implement advanced control strategies to optimize process performance and reduce operational costs.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define automation requirements and integrate new systems.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers and technicians.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in industrial control systems engineering, preferably in sectors supporting mining or manufacturing.
• Proficiency with major PLC platforms (e.g., Siemens, Allen-Bradley) and SCADA systems.
• Strong understanding of industrial networking protocols and cybersecurity principles.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid model, combining on-site work in East London with remote analysis and design tasks.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Hybrid work model providing flexibility and work-life balance.
• Opportunities for continuous learning and professional development.
• Contribution to retirement fund and medical aid.
• Work on innovative projects within a key industrial hub of the Eastern Cape.