Senior Industrial Automation Controls Engineer (Hybrid)
Placements24
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Placements24 in East London, Eastern Cape, is seeking an experienced Industrial Automation Controls Engineer for a hybrid role combining on-site project support with remote engineering. You will design, implement, and optimize automated control systems to boost production efficiency, quality, and safety using PLCs, HMIs, robotics, and SCADA technologies.
The ideal candidate has 5+ years in automation, strong analytical skills, and a proven record in project execution.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or related field.
- Minimum 5 years in industrial automation and control systems engineering.
- Proficient in programming and troubleshooting PLC brands (Siemens S7, Rockwell).
- Experience with HMI/SCADA software and robotics integration.
Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and implement PLC, HMI, SCADA, and robotics control systems.
- Program and troubleshoot PLC platforms (e.g., Siemens S7, Rockwell).
- Develop and maintain system documentation, including electrical schematics and diagrams.
- Conduct site visits for system integration, commissioning, testing.
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Job description
Placements24 in East London, Eastern Cape, is seeking an experienced Industrial Automation Controls Engineer for a hybrid role combining on-site project support with remote engineering. You will design, implement, and optimize automated control systems to boost production efficiency, quality, and safety using PLCs, HMIs, robotics, and SCADA technologies.
The ideal candidate has 5+ years in automation, strong analytical skills, and a proven record in project execution.
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