Automation Engineer - Industrial Control Systems

Placements24

Rustenburg

Hybrid

ZAR 1,446,000 - 2,089,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Remote work compensation

Fully remote position

Health insurance

Home office allowance

Global projects

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly skilled Automation Engineer to design, implement, and maintain automated solutions across diverse industrial operations. You will work on PLC, SCADA, and HMI systems, developing strategies that enhance efficiency and reliability while collaborating remotely with cross-functional teams.

The role offers a fully remote setup, with opportunities to work on challenging automation projects for clients worldwide and stay at the forefront of industry best practices.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Computer Science, or a related field.
5+ years of hands-on experience in industrial automation and control systems engineering.
Experience with PLCs from major manufacturers (Siemens, Allen-Bradley, Schneider Electric).
Experience with SCADA, HMI development software, and industrial networking protocols.
Strong understanding of process control and MES.
Excellent remote collaboration and communication skills.

Responsibilities

Design, program, and troubleshoot PLC, SCADA, and HMI systems for industrial apps.
Develop automation strategies to optimize production processes and improve operational efficiency.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define automation requirements and deliver tailored solutions.
Perform system integration, testing, and commissioning of automated equipment and software.
Provide remote technical support and troubleshooting for deployed automation systems.
Stay updated on emerging automation technologies and best practices.

Skills

PLCs programming

SCADA development

HMI development

Industrial networking

Remote collaboration

Education

Electrical Engineering

Mechatronics

Computer Science

Tools

SCADA software

HMI software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly skilled Automation Engineer with expertise in Industrial Control Systems (ICS) to join their remote team. This position is vital for developing, implementing, and maintaining automated solutions that enhance efficiency and reliability across our client's operations. You will work on cutting-edge technology, designing systems that manage complex industrial processes. This role is perfect for an innovative engineer who excels in a remote setting, thrives on solving intricate automation challenges, and is eager to contribute to the modernization of industrial operations from anywhere. Join a forward-thinking company that values autonomy and technical excellence.

Key Responsibilities

Design, program, and troubleshoot PLC , SCADA , and HMI systems for industrial applications.
Develop and implement automation strategies to optimize production processes and improve operational efficiency.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define automation requirements and deliver tailored solutions.
Perform system integration, testing, and commissioning of automated equipment and software.
Provide remote technical support and troubleshooting for deployed automation systems.
Stay abreast of emerging automation technologies and industry best practices.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Computer Science, or a related field.
5+ years of hands-on experience in industrial automation and control systems engineering.
Proficiency in programming logic controllers (PLCs) from major manufacturers (e.g., Siemens, Allen-Bradley, Schneider Electric).
Experience with SCADA, HMI development software, and industrial networking protocols.
Strong understanding of process control principles and manufacturing execution systems (MES).
Excellent remote collaboration and communication skills.

Benefits