AUTOMATION TECHNICIAN

Durpro Workforce Solutions; Durban; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

Durpro Workforce Solutions is seeking an Automation Technician in Durban to enhance operational efficiency. The candidate must possess a BTech Degree in Electronics or Programming, coupled with 3 to 5 years of hands-on experience in automotive manufacturing or similar sectors. Key responsibilities include process analysis, system design, and maintenance of automation systems. Applicants should be skilled in robotics programming (Kawasaki/Mitsubishi) and have a proven ability to improve processes through automation.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 to 5 years of relevant experience in automotive manufacturing or similar.
• Experience with programming and robotics (Kawasaki/Mitsubishi) is essential.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze and improve processes.

Responsibilities

• Analyze existing processes for automation opportunities.
• Design and implement automated systems and processes.
• Test and validate automation systems thoroughly.
• Troubleshoot and maintain existing automation infrastructure.

Skills

Automation systems design

Robotics programming

Process analysis

Troubleshooting

Documentation

Education

BTech Degree in Electronics or Programming

Job description

AUTOMATION TECHNICIAN

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION

BTech Degree Electronics / Programming and/or relevant qualification

PREFERRED QUALIFICATION

EXPERIENCE

3 to 5 years relevant and/or similar experience in a similar role, in Automotive Manufacturing or Manufacturing technical training, programming , Robotics Kawasaki/Mitsubishi.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Process Analysis – analyse existing process to identify opportunities for automation and improvement
• System Design and Development – Design, develop and implement automated systems and processes using various tools and technologies
• Testing and Validation – Thoroughly test and validate automation systems and processes using various tools and technologies
• Trouble shooting and Maintenance – Troubleshoot and maintain existing automation infrastructure, addressing any issues that arise
• Documentation – create and maintain documentation for automation processes, ensuring clear communication and understanding
• Collaboration with cross functional teams to identify automation need and solutions
• Conduct regular system performance assessments make recommendations for optimisation
• Performing cost benefit analysis to justify automation investments
• Generate reports on automation project performance and results
• Ensure compliance with quality and safety standards
• Integrate automation systems with other systems or analytical tools
• Provide maintenance and production technical support
• Spare parts control