C&I Technologist

Proconics; Vanderbijlpark; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic engineering firm in South Africa seeks a Control and Instrumentation Technologist responsible for designing C&I projects. You will work on various projects, ensuring design intent while collaborating with teams and clients. Required is a B.Tech. and over 5 years of experience in the Petrochemical sector. Knowledge of DCS, PLC systems, and safety standards is essential. If interested, please send your CV with the reference number to the given recruitment email before the closing date.

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience as a C&I Technologist in the Petrochemical industry.
• CFSE/CFSP certification is advantageous.
• Knowledge of intrinsically safe environments.

Responsibilities

• Develop control and instrumentation deliverables for projects.
• Conduct Factory and Site Acceptance testing of DCS/ESD systems.
• Participate in HAZOP studies and design philosophy reviews.

Skills

Strong knowledge of DCS/ESD systems

Knowledge of PLC systems

Knowledge of HMI & SCADA systems

Team player

Attention to detail

Strong problem-solving skills

Excellent communication skills

Client orientation

Education

B.Tech. (Electrical/Automation/Electronic)

Eligible for professional registration at ECSA

Tools

DCS

PLC

SCADA

Job description

Vacant Position: Control and Instrumentation Technologist

Location: Secunda and Vanderbijlpark

Reference Number:

• PRO-SEC-TEI-001 (Secunda Office)
• PRO-VDB-TEI-001 (Vanderbijlpark Office)

At Proconics we are passionate about what we do, and we are passionate about our people. If you are a qualified, hard-working individual, aspiring to grow your career, we invite you to apply for the advertised vacant position.

Purpose of the position:

The successful candidate will be responsible for the development and implementation of the C&I design on projects. Major responsibilities will involve the development of engineering deliverables, market engagements, factory acceptance testing, commissioning, interfacing with the multi-disciplinary team, and engaging the client. The design will require knowledge of instruments and control systems.

Qualifications/Experience:

• B.Tech. (Electrical/Automation/Electronic) qualification or equivalent NQF Level 7.
• 5+ years’ experience as a C&I Technologist in the Petrochemical industry.
• A proven track record in basic engineering, detail design, commissioning, and operation support.
• Eligible for professional registration at the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA)
• CFSE/CFSP Certified Functional Safety Professional certification will be an advantage.
• CACE/CACS Certified Automation Cybersecurity Expert certification will be an advantage.
• Strong knowledge of DCS/ESD (Siemens, ABB, Honeywell, Yokogawa, Emerson) & PLC (Siemens, Rockwell, Schneider, ABB) systems.
• Strong knowledge of safety & protection systems applications and implementation.
• Knowledge of HMI & SCADA systems.
• Knowledge of Fieldbus communication systems (Profibus, Modbus, etc.) will be beneficial.
• Knowledge of intrinsically safe environments and implementations.
• Proven track record in Brownfields system replacement engineering and design projects for both DCS, ESD, and field instrumentation upgrades.
• A good grounding in instrumentation (temperature, flow, pressure, level, etc.) and control element design practices in an intrinsically safe environment.
• Good knowledge of applicable design codes, standards, and regulations.

Required Outputs and Responsibilities:

• Work in a single- and multi-disciplinary project team to develop control and instrumentation deliverables on Greenfields and Brownfields projects, ensuring that the design intent is met.
• Conducting Factory and Site Acceptance testing (FAT/SAT) of DCS/ESD systems as well as instruments.
• Work across interfaces with other disciplines and with the client.
• Participate in MFD (P&ID) reviews, SIL reviews, HAZOP studies, and control/design philosophy review meetings.
• Review/Produce client design concepts for instrumentation and system engineering projects and technical input for basic and detail design.
• Execute basic and detail design for control, instrumentation, and systems engineering projects.
• Perform technology investigations, technical bid evaluations, and technology selection.
• Support commissioning and optimization activities.
• Enable and mentor junior resources through knowledge sharing and deliverable reviews.

Personal Attributes

• Team player.
• Independent problem solver.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to work across disciplines.
• Have excellent communication skills and the ability to work well with others.
• Strong Client orientation, commercial awareness, good judgment and emotional resilience.
• Self-starter and able to work independently.
• Willing to travel and work outside of the Secunda office at times.
• Valid driver's license and own Transport

Should you see yourself advancing into an exciting company such as Proconics, forward your CV stating the reference number as well as the name of the position in the subject line to:

Email: [e-mail]

Closing date: 20 January 2026

Internal candidates to specify internal on their application.

Feedback will be given to shortlisted candidates.

Proconics is an equal opportunity employer.