Automation & Systems Engineering Lead (Hybrid)

Placements24; Pretoria; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary package with performance bonus

Medical aid

Retirement funding

Life insurance

Professional development opportunities

Hybrid work model

Job summary

Placements24 in Pretoria, Gauteng, seeks a Lead Industrial Engineer to spearhead automation initiatives and systems integration in a hybrid role, aimed at boosting production efficiency and product quality.

The incumbent will lead automation projects (robotics, PLC, HMI, SCADA), manage cross-functional teams, perform ROI studies, document specs, mentor staff, and collaborate with vendors while ensuring safety standards.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Industrial, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering.
• 8+ years of experience in industrial engineering with a focus on automation, robotics, and systems integration.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Identify automation technologies to improve processes, throughput, and reduce costs.
• Lead design and implementation of automated production systems (robotics, PLC, controls).
• Oversee system integration and data flow between equipment and enterprise systems.
• Develop project plans, manage budgets, and coordinate cross-functional teams.
• Conduct feasibility studies and ROI analyses for automation projects.
• Create and maintain documentation (P&IDs, specs, procedures).
• Provide mentorship to junior engineers and collaborate with vendors.
• Ensure safety and operational requirements are met.

Job description

Placements24 in Pretoria, Gauteng, seeks a Lead Industrial Engineer to spearhead automation initiatives and systems integration in a hybrid role, aimed at boosting production efficiency and product quality.

The incumbent will lead automation projects (robotics, PLC, HMI, SCADA), manage cross-functional teams, perform ROI studies, document specs, mentor staff, and collaborate with vendors while ensuring safety standards.