Automation Field Engineer - On-Site Support & Travel

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); On-site; ZAR 350,000 - 700,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Travel allowance

Company vehicle

Per diem

Training & development

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Field Service Engineer specializing in automation systems for on-site work around Nelspruit. You will install, commission and integrate PLCs, robotics, HMI and SCADA, ensuring systems perform reliably for clients.

You will diagnose hardware and software issues, perform preventative maintenance, provide on-site training, and travel frequently to client sites while upholding safety standards and quality expectations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Automation, or related field.
• Proven field service experience with industrial automation systems.
• In-depth knowledge of PLC programming, robotics, and SCADA.
• Excellent diagnostic and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong communication and customer-facing skills.
• Willingness to travel extensively and work on-site at client sites.
• Valid driver's license and clean record.

Responsibilities

• Install, commission, and integrate automation systems including PLCs, robotics, HMI, and SCADA.
• Perform diagnostic testing to identify hardware and software issues.
• Conduct preventative maintenance and service calls to ensure optimal performance.
• Provide on-site technical support and training to client personnel.
• Develop solutions to improve system efficiency and reliability.
• Generate detailed service reports with findings and recommendations.
• Collaborate with engineering and sales teams for new projects.
• Ensure work complies with safety standards and site regulations.
• Manage travel logistics and inventory of tools and spare parts.
• Stay updated on advances in industrial automation technology.

Skills

Field service experience

PLC programming

Robotics systems

SCADA systems

Diagnostics & troubleshooting

Communication skills

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering/Mechatronics/Automation

Tools

Siemens PLC

Allen-Bradley PLC

KUKA robotics

FANUC robotics

SCADA software

Profibus/Ethernet/IP

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Field Service Engineer specializing in automation systems for on-site work around Nelspruit. You will install, commission and integrate PLCs, robotics, HMI and SCADA, ensuring systems perform reliably for clients.

You will diagnose hardware and software issues, perform preventative maintenance, provide on-site training, and travel frequently to client sites while upholding safety standards and quality expectations.