Automation Controls Engineer - PLC, HMI & Motion

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Retirement plan

Career growth

Challenging projects

Mahikeng location

Job summary

Placements24 in Mahikeng, North West, South Africa, seeks an Automation Controls Engineer to design, implement, and support advanced control systems for complex industrial processes. You will work on PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, and motion control to boost production efficiency and safety across our client's manufacturing facilities.

The ideal candidate has a strong electrical background, at least five years in automation, and a track record of delivering robust control solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of progressing automation controls engineering experience.
• Proficient with PLC platforms (Siemens S7, Allen-Bradley) and HMI software.
• Strong analytical, communication, and project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Design, program, and commission PLC-based control systems for industrial applications.
• Develop HMI and SCADA screens for process visualization and control.
• Configure VFDs and servo drives for precise motion control.
• Troubleshoot complex automation systems and implement solutions.
• Create and maintain control system documentation and manuals.
• Collaborate with mechanical, project, and operations teams.
• Ensure designs meet safety standards and company policies.
• Provide technical support and training to maintenance staff.
• Stay current with automation trends and best practices.

Skills

PLC programming

HMI development

Motion control

Electrical engineering

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Mechatronics Engineering

Tools

WinCC

FactoryTalk View

Siemens S7

ControlLogix/CompactLogix

Job description

Placements24 in Mahikeng, North West, South Africa, seeks an Automation Controls Engineer to design, implement, and support advanced control systems for complex industrial processes. You will work on PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, and motion control to boost production efficiency and safety across our client's manufacturing facilities.

The ideal candidate has a strong electrical background, at least five years in automation, and a track record of delivering robust control solutions.