Automation Engineer

Placements24; Benoni; Hybrid; ZAR 750,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Professional development

Dynamic work environment in Benoni

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an Automation Engineer for our Benoni facility to design, program, and commission PLC-based control systems and robotic cells. You will develop and maintain HMI/SCADA interfaces and troubleshoot automation to improve efficiency, quality, and safety.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Mechatronics, 4+ years in industrial automation, and strong PLC/SCADA skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Mechatronics.
• 4+ years in industrial automation and control systems.
• Proficient in PLC programming (Siemens, Rockwell) and SCADA/HMI.
• Experience with robotics programming and integration (FANUC, KUKA).
• Understanding of industrial networking protocols and safety systems.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Design, program, and commission PLC-based control systems and robotic cells.
• Develop and maintain HMI/SCADA interfaces for process monitoring and control.
• Troubleshoot and optimize existing automation systems to improve performance and reliability.
• Collaborate with engineering and production teams to identify automation opportunities.
• Ensure automation systems comply with safety standards and industry best practices.
• Stay current with new automation technologies and methodologies.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Mechatronics

Tools

Siemens PLC

Rockwell PLC

FANUC robotics

KUKA robotics

SCADA/HMI development

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a skilled Automation Engineer to enhance their production processes at their facility in Benoni . This role involves the design, development, implementation, and support of automated systems and processes to improve efficiency, quality, and safety. You will work with a variety of automation technologies, including PLCs, robotics, and HMI systems, ensuring seamless integration and optimal performance. The successful candidate will be passionate about leveraging technology to solve complex industrial challenges and drive operational excellence in a manufacturing context.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, program, and commission PLC-based control systems and robotic cells.
• Develop and maintain HMI/SCADA interfaces for process monitoring and control.
• Troubleshoot and optimize existing automation systems to improve performance and reliability.
• Collaborate with engineering and production teams to identify automation opportunities.
• Ensure automation systems comply with safety standards and industry best practices.
• Stay current with new automation technologies and methodologies.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in industrial automation and control systems.
• Proficiency in PLC programming (e.g., Siemens, Rockwell) and SCADA/HMI development.
• Experience with robotics programming and integration (e.g., FANUC, KUKA).
• Understanding of industrial networking protocols and safety systems.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional development and exposure to advanced automation technologies.
• A dynamic and innovative work environment in Benoni .
• Chance to significantly impact production efficiency and product quality.
• Supportive team culture focused on continuous improvement.