Automation Engineer

Placements24; Gqeberha; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work arrangement

Competitive salary and bonuses

Health, life, and disability insurance

Professional development allowance

Innovative company culture

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Automation Engineer to join a globally distributed team, supporting operations in a fully remote capacity. The role focuses on designing, developing, and implementing automated solutions to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and improve product quality across manufacturing lines.

The ideal candidate has a bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Mechatronics Engineering with 5+ years in industrial automation, PLC/HMI proficiency, and experience with

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Mechatronics Engineering.
• Minimum of 5 years in industrial automation and control systems.
• Proficiency in PLC programming and HMI development.
• Experience with robotics integration and troubleshooting.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and Industry 4.0 concepts.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and remote collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Design, program, and commission automated systems, including PLCs, robotics, and SCADA.
• Develop and implement control strategies to optimize machine performance and production throughput.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues with automated equipment remotely.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities for automation and implement solutions.
• Conduct feasibility studies and technical assessments for potential automation projects.
• Ensure automation systems comply with safety standards and operational requirements.

Skills

PLC programming

HMI development

Robotics integration

Remote collaboration

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Mechanical/Mechatronics Engineering

Tools

Siemens PLC

Allen-Bradley PLC

SCADA

HMI software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is actively seeking a skilled and innovative Automation Engineer to join their globally distributed team, supporting operations in Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth) . This role focuses on designing, developing, and implementing automated solutions to enhance manufacturing efficiency, reduce costs, and improve product quality. You will leverage cutting-edge technology and remote collaboration tools to integrate automation systems across various production lines. This is a fantastic opportunity for a forward-thinking engineer passionate about robotics, control systems, and smart manufacturing, to drive significant operational advancements in a fully remote capacity.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, program, and commission automated systems, including PLCs, robotics, and SCADA systems.
• Develop and implement control strategies to optimize machine performance and production throughput.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues with automated equipment and software remotely.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities for automation and implement solutions.
• Conduct feasibility studies and technical assessments for potential automation projects.
• Ensure automation systems comply with safety standards and operational requirements.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Mechatronics Engineering.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in industrial automation and control systems.
• Proficiency in PLC programming (e.g., Siemens, Allen-Bradley) and HMI development.
• Experience with robotics integration and troubleshooting.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and Industry 4.0 concepts.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and remote collaboration skills.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and performance-related bonuses.
• Fully remote work arrangement, providing ultimate flexibility.
• Comprehensive health, life, and disability insurance.
• Generous allowance for professional development and training.
• A forward-thinking and innovative company culture focused on technological advancement.