Automation & Control Engineer | Netherlands | Permanent

Edgexec (Pty) Ltd; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Innovative automation projects

Collaborative and dynamic work env.

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Edgexec (Pty) Ltd is seeking an Automation & Control Engineer to design, implement, and optimize hardware and software control systems across PLC, DCS, SCADA, and HMI platforms. You will architect control networks, integrate sensors and drives, and program IEC 61131-3 applications.

Responsibilities include factory and site testing, commissioning, and ongoing support, with a focus on safety, cybersecurity, and documentation.

Qualifications

• Strong PLC, HMI, and SCADA programming and troubleshooting skills.
• Experience in PLC programming and system integration.
• Knowledge of industrial networking and AutoCAD.
• Proven troubleshooting capabilities.
• Familiarity with SIT (System Integration Testing).
• Ability to manage multiple projects efficiently.
• Relevant technical education or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Design, architect, and implement hardware and software control systems including PLC, DCS, SCADA, and HMI solutions.
• Develop control system architectures, industrial network layouts, and electrical schematics.
• Integrate sensors, actuators, drives, and safety instrumented systems.
• Program, test, and troubleshoot PLC, HMI, and SCADA applications using IEC 61131-3 programming languages.
• Lead or support factory acceptance testing, site acceptance testing, loop checks, and commissioning activities.
• Provide tier-2 and tier-3 technical support for complex automation and control faults.
• Perform system backups, upgrades, cybersecurity patching, and hardware maintenance.
• Maintain technical documentation for control systems and modifications.
• Support risk assessments, safety lifecycle activities, and functional safety verification.

Skills

PLC programming

HMI

SCADA

PID control

SIT

Industrial networking

Safety standards

Team collaboration

Education

Technical education or equivalent experience

Tools

Siemens

Rockwell Automation

Schneider Electric

ABB

Emerson

AutoCAD

Job description

Join a leading organization dedicated to advancing industrial automation solutions and driving innovation across manufacturing sectors. Our client, a prominent player in the automation industry, is seeking a skilled Automation & Control Engineer to contribute to complex control systems that enhance operational efficiency and safety.

What You'll Do:

• Design, architect, and implement hardware and software control systems including PLC, DCS, SCADA, and HMI solutions
• Develop control system architectures, industrial network layouts, and electrical schematics
• Integrate sensors, actuators, drives, and safety instrumented systems
• Program, test, and troubleshoot PLC, HMI, and SCADA applications using IEC 61131-3 programming languages
• Work with platforms such as Siemens, Rockwell Automation, Schneider Electric, ABB, or Emerson
• Configure and optimise PID loops and process control algorithms
• Lead or support factory acceptance testing, site acceptance testing, loop checks, and commissioning activities
• Provide tier-2 and tier-3 technical support for complex automation and control faults
• Perform system backups, upgrades, cybersecurity patching, and hardware maintenance
• Maintain technical documentation for control systems and modifications
• Support risk assessments, safety lifecycle activities, and functional safety verification
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and machinery requirements
• Collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams including engineering, maintenance, operations, and IT
• Manage multiple projects and technical priorities in a dynamic environment

Requirements:

• Strong PLC, HMI, and SCADA programming and troubleshooting skills
• Experience in PLC programming and system integration
• Knowledge of industrial networking and AutoCAD
• Proven troubleshooting capabilities
• Familiarity with System Integration Testing (SIT)
• Ability to manage multiple projects efficiently
• Relevant technical education or equivalent experience

Nice to Have:

• Experience with platforms such as Siemens, Rockwell, Schneider Electric, ABB, or Emerson
• Knowledge of safety standards and functional safety practices

Benefits:

• Competitive salary package
• Opportunity to work on innovative automation projects
• Collaborative and dynamic work environment
• Professional development opportunities

This is an exciting chance to play a pivotal role in shaping cutting-edge control systems within a forward-thinking organization. If you are passionate about automation and eager to contribute to impactful projects, we want to hear from you.