Automation & Robotics Industrial Engineer - Impact & Growth

Placements24; Polokwane; On-site; ZAR 680,000 - 790,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid

Annual bonus

Vacation & sick leave

Training & development

Retirement fund

Job summary

Placements24 in Polokwane, Limpopo, seeks an Industrial Engineer with specialization in automation and robotics to design, implement, and maintain automated manufacturing systems.

You will work with production and engineering teams to optimize lines, ensure safety, and drive efficiency through advanced control systems and PLC/HMI solutions. The role requires a 5-year track record in automation in SA and on-site work in Limpopo.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or related field with automation focus.
• Minimum of 5 years in industrial engineering with automation/robotics experience.
• Proven PLC programming, HMI development, and control systems experience.
• Familiarity with articulated, SCARA, and collaborative robots.
• Experience with CAD for automation system design.
• Strong analytical and communication skills.
• SA manufacturing experience preferred; on-site work in Limpopo.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement automated systems and robotics for manufacturing.
• Evaluate lines for automation opportunities and select technologies.
• Collaborate with vendors to procure robotics hardware and software.
• Create specs, control logic, and programming for automation systems.
• Oversee installation, commissioning, and validation of projects.
• Provide tech support and troubleshooting for automated systems.
• Conduct risk assessments and enforce safety protocols.
• Optimize system performance for uptime and efficiency.
• Train maintenance and operations staff on automated equipment.
• Stay current with advances in robotics and control systems.

Skills

PLC programming

HMI development

Industrial controls

Robot types

Automation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering

Tools

CAD software

Job description

Placements24 in Polokwane, Limpopo, seeks an Industrial Engineer with specialization in automation and robotics to design, implement, and maintain automated manufacturing systems.

You will work with production and engineering teams to optimize lines, ensure safety, and drive efficiency through advanced control systems and PLC/HMI solutions. The role requires a 5-year track record in automation in SA and on-site work in Limpopo.