Automation Engineer

Boardroom Appointments; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 400,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking an Automation Engineer to enhance manufacturing processes and support automation projects. This role involves identifying improvements, leading new system developments, and providing crucial technical support to legacy systems. The ideal candidate should have a BEng in Mechatronics and experience in highly technological environments.

Qualifications

• 3 - 5 years experience in automation engineering.
• Understanding of electronic and mechanical system design.

Responsibilities

• Identify and implement improvements in manufacturing equipment.
• Support outsourced automation projects and develop technical documentation.
• Provide long-term support to manufacturing projects.

Skills

Automation Engineering

System Development

Technical Support

Communication Strategies

Education

BEng in Mechatronics

Job description

Automation Engineer

Required Outputs Functional

• Identify potential areas of improvement in current manufacturing equipment or processes and drive the implementation of replacement equipment/processes

• Identify new technologies, processes, or standards that can be used in the supply chain of The Company to improve the manufacturing process

• Play a lead technical role in the development of new systems from an Automation Engineering aspect within larger team projects

• Provide support to outsourced automation projects, including:

  • Creating documentation (e.g., user requirement specifications)

  • Offering technical assistance

  • Overseeing commissioning

  • Supporting integration into current systems

  • Providing long-term support to manufacturing and automation projects

• Offer manufacturing insight during new product development or major changes to existing products, to influence outcomes early in the product development life cycle

• Stay informed on new product development (especially in R&D) and collaborate through the full industrialization life cycle

• Provide technical support to current legacy equipment and systems

• Contribute to long-term manufacturing strategy development

• Transfer knowledge applicable to The Company's manufacturing processes and systems to other team members to build internal capabilities

• Continuously develop technical skills to remain an expert in automation

• Collaborate with senior personnel in manufacturing to enhance understanding of current systems and standards

• Implement effective communication strategies and integrate project planning between departments

Qualifications and Expertise Required

• BEng in Mechatronics or equivalent qualification

• 3 - 5 years experience in automation engineering and system development in a highly technological environment

• Understanding of electronic system design

• Understanding of mechanical system design