Automation Engineer

Systeco Group; Mbombela; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic automation company in Mpumalanga is seeking a skilled Automation Engineer to join their team. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in PLC and SCADA systems, alongside hands-on robotic automation expertise. Responsibilities include programming, installation, and international travel for challenging projects. This full-time position offers market-related salary and growth opportunities into leadership roles.

Benefits

Market-related salary

Travel costs covered

Growth opportunity into leadership roles

Qualifications

• 5+ years of automation experience in PLC, SCADA, and robotics.
• Solid understanding of control systems, IO, motion, and safety.
• Ability to travel internationally on short notice.

Responsibilities

• Program, install, and commission PLCs.
• Develop and deploy SCADA systems.
• Program and commission articulated robots.
• Provide on-site support for installations and maintenance.
• Integrate electrical, instrumentation, and automation systems.

Skills

PLC programming

SCADA systems

Robotic automation

Problem-solving

Communication in English

Tools

Siemens PLCs

Allen Bradley PLCs

Phoenix Contact PLCs

Ignition SCADA

WinCC SCADA

Job description

Direct message the job poster from Systeco Group

We’re hiring a skilled Automation Engineer to join our growing team in Nelspruit. This is a senior‑level role for a capable, experienced individual who thrives in high‑performance environments.

If you have strong PLC and SCADA skills, along with hands‑on experience in robotic automation (programming, setup & commission), we want to hear from you. The role involves international travel, challenging projects, and working alongside a technical team focused on building real‑world solutions.

Responsibilities

• Program, install, and commission PLCs (e.g. Siemens, Allen Bradley, Phoenix Contact)
• Develop and deploy SCADA systems (Ignition, WinCC, etc.)
• Program and commission articulated robots
• Provide on‑site support for installations and maintenance (locally and abroad)
• Integrate electrical, instrumentation, and automation systems
• Work with cross‑functional teams (electrical, mechanical, project engineers)

Requirements

• 5+ years of automation experience in PLC, SCADA, and robotics
• Solid understanding of control systems, IO, motion, and safety
• Ability to travel internationally on short notice
• Valid passport and driver’s license
• Excellent problem‑solving and documentation skills
• Strong communication in English (Afrikaans a bonus)

Nice to Have

• Motion control or servo experience
• Electrical panel design knowledge
• Experience with field instrumentation, sensors, and actuators

Market‑related salary, travel costs covered, growth opportunity into leadership roles, work on cutting‑edge automation projects across industries.

No Time Wasters. If you don’t meet the requirements or aren’t serious about the work, don’t apply. We’re looking for a results‑driven engineer ready to step into a serious role.

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Engineering and Information Technology

Industries

Automation Machinery Manufacturing