Automation Engineer: Industrial Automation & Robotics
Placements24
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Job summary
Placements24 in Randburg is seeking an Automation Engineer to design, implement, and maintain automated systems for our manufacturing facility. You will drive improvements in efficiency, quality, and safety while working with cutting-edge automation technologies.
The role requires a solid background in automation engineering, PLC programming, and mechatronics, with a focus on problem-solving and continuous improvement across production lines.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Computer Science, or a related field.
- Experience as Automation Engineer in industrial automation.
- Proficiency in PLC programming (Siemens, Allen-Bradley) and HMI development.
- Robotics integration experience and knowledge of industrial networking protocols.
- Strong understanding of electrical schematics, control systems, and mechatronics.
- Analytical and problem-solving skills to troubleshoot complex systems.
Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and commission automated systems for manufacturing processes.
- Program and troubleshoot PLCs, HMIs, and robotics.
- Maintain automation hardware and software for reliability.
- Collaborate with engineering and production to identify automation opportunities.
- Develop and execute validation and testing procedures.
- Stay updated on automation technologies and recommend enhancements.
Job description
Placements24 in Randburg is seeking an Automation Engineer to design, implement, and maintain automated systems for our manufacturing facility. You will drive improvements in efficiency, quality, and safety while working with cutting-edge automation technologies.
The role requires a solid background in automation engineering, PLC programming, and mechatronics, with a focus on problem-solving and continuous improvement across production lines.
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