Automation & Controls Engineer — Hybrid (Remote/Pretoria)

Placements24; Pretoria; Hybrid; ZAR 600.000 - 900.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement savings plan with company‑m

Generous paid time off

Professional development and training

Hybrid work model

Zusammenfassung

Placements24 in Pretoria seeks an experienced Automation and Controls Engineer to design, develop, implement, and maintain automated systems across diverse industrial applications. The role emphasizes PLC/HMI/SCADA programming, control strategies, and hands-on troubleshooting in a hybrid setting.

The ideal candidate has a strong engineering background, proficiency in major PLC platforms, and experience with HMI/SCADA software, with a focus on reliable, efficient industrial operations.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Computer Science, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience in industrial automation and control systems engineering.
• Proficiency in programming major PLC platforms (Siemens, Allen-Bradley, Mitsubishi).
• Experience with HMI/SCADA software (FactoryTalk View, WinCC, Ignition).
• Strong networking knowledge (Ethernet/IP, Profinet, Modbus).
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong communication and teamwork, able to work with Pretoria team and clients.

Aufgaben

• Design, program, and commission PLCs, HMIs, and SCADA systems.
• Develop control strategies to optimize industrial processes.
• Troubleshoot automation issues remotely and on-site.
• Prepare technical specifications and feasibility studies.
• Collaborate with mechanical engineers, project managers, and clients.
• Maintain technical documentation (P&IDs, schematics, narratives).
• Provide training and technical support to plant personnel.

Kenntnisse

PLC programming

HMI/SCADA development

Industrial networking

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Travel readiness

Independent work

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering/Mechatronics/CS

Tools

Siemens PLC

Allen-Bradley PLC

Mitsubishi PLC

FactoryTalk View

WinCC

Ignition

Jobbeschreibung

Placements24 in Pretoria seeks an experienced Automation and Controls Engineer to design, develop, implement, and maintain automated systems across diverse industrial applications. The role emphasizes PLC/HMI/SCADA programming, control strategies, and hands-on troubleshooting in a hybrid setting.

The ideal candidate has a strong engineering background, proficiency in major PLC platforms, and experience with HMI/SCADA software, with a focus on reliable, efficient industrial operations.