Automation Technician: PLCs, Robotics & SCADA Expert
Placements24
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Job summary
Placements24 is seeking an experienced Industrial Automation Technician to join our operations in Nelspruit. You will maintain, install and troubleshoot automated systems, including PLCs, HMIs and VFDs, to ensure continuous production and minimal downtime.
Reading electrical schematics and P&ID diagrams, you will support design, testing and implementation of new automation solutions, help ensure safety compliance, and work independently or as part of a close-knit team within the
Qualifications
- Proven experience as an Industrial Automation Technician or similar.
- Strong knowledge of PLC programming (Siemens, Allen-Bradley) and HMI software.
- Experience with robotics, servo drives, and networking protocols.
- Relevant technical qualification in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or related field.
Responsibilities
- Install, configure, and maintain PLCs, HMIs, and VFDs.
- Troubleshoot and repair automated machinery and control systems, identifying root causes.
- Perform preventative maintenance on automation equipment to ensure optimal performance.
- Assist in design, implementation, and testing of new automation solutions.
- Read and interpret electrical schematics, P&ID diagrams, and technical documentation.
- Ensure all automation systems comply with safety standards and operational requirements.
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Job description
Placements24 is seeking an experienced Industrial Automation Technician to join our operations in Nelspruit. You will maintain, install and troubleshoot automated systems, including PLCs, HMIs and VFDs, to ensure continuous production and minimal downtime.
Reading electrical schematics and P&ID diagrams, you will support design, testing and implementation of new automation solutions, help ensure safety compliance, and work independently or as part of a close-knit team within the
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