Control Systems Electrical Engineer

Placements24; Richards Bay; Hybrid; ZAR 700.000 - 900.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Competitive salary bonuses

Health & wellness benefits

Retirement savings plan

Remote / Hybrid work

Professional development

Zusammenfassung

Placements24 is seeking a skilled Control Systems Electrical Engineer for a role that can be remote or based in Richards Bay. You will design, implement, and optimize industrial control systems to boost efficiency and automation.

The ideal candidate will apply advanced electrical engineering principles to create intelligent solutions for complex processes. Responsibilities include PLC/DCS development, commissioning, and diagnostics, with focus on safety and cybersecurity.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or related field.
• 4+ years in industrial control systems engineering.
• Experience with PLC programming (Siemens/AB) and SCADA.
• Strong understanding of Profibus and Ethernet/IP networking.
• Experience in system integration, troubleshooting and commissioning.
• Excellent analytical skills and ability to work independently or in a distributed team.

Aufgaben

• Design and develop PLC and DCS solutions.
• Configure, program, and commission automation equipment including sensors, actuators, and HMIs.
• Develop system architecture, electrical schematics, and network designs.
• Perform diagnostics, troubleshooting, and root cause analysis.
• Collaborate with operations and maintenance to optimize performance and upgrades.
• Ensure safety standards and cybersecurity practices for control systems.

Kenntnisse

Proactive problem solving

Analytical thinking

Independent worker

Team collaboration

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Mechatronics

Tools

Siemens PLC

Allen-Bradley PLC

SCADA systems

Industrial Ethernet/IP

Profibus

Jobbeschreibung

About the Role

Our client is seeking a skilled Control Systems Electrical Engineer to join their innovative team, with the opportunity to work remotely or from their Richards Bay offices. This role focuses on the design, implementation, and optimization of industrial control systems that enhance operational efficiency and automation. You will be at the forefront of applying advanced electrical engineering principles to create intelligent solutions for complex industrial processes. The ideal candidate is a proactive problem-solver with a deep understanding of automation technologies and a passion for driving technological advancements in industrial settings, whether working remotely or engaging with site operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop programmable logic controller (PLC ) and distributed control system (DCS ) solutions.
• Configure, program, and commission industrial automation equipment, including sensors, actuators, and HMI interfaces.
• Develop system architecture, electrical schematics, and network designs for control systems.
• Perform system diagnostics, troubleshooting, and root cause analysis for control system failures.
• Collaborate with operations and maintenance teams to optimize system performance and implement upgrades.
• Ensure all control system designs adhere to relevant safety standards and cybersecurity best practices.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related field.
• Minimum 4 years of experience in industrial control systems engineering.
• Proven experience with PLC programming (e.g., Siemens, Allen-Bradley) and SCADA systems.
• Strong understanding of industrial networking protocols (e.g., Profibus, Ethernet/IP).
• Experience in system integration, troubleshooting, and commissioning of automation projects.
• Excellent analytical skills and ability to work independently or as part of a distributed team.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and potential for project completion bonuses.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits package.
• Generous retirement savings plan.
• Opportunity for remote work or flexible hybrid arrangements.
• Access to continuous professional development and advanced training in automation technologies.