Control Systems Electrical Engineer

Placements24; Upington; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

Health, dental, vision

Advanced training

Collaborative environment

Salary incentives

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a specialized Control Systems Electrical Engineer to join their Upington team. The role focuses on design, implementation, and optimization of advanced control systems for automation across industrial processes.

You will work with multidisciplinary teams to develop robust electrical and control solutions, program PLCs and HMIs, and ensure seamless integration, testing, and commissioning in production environments. Hybrid work arrangements are available.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics or related field.
• 5+ years designing and implementing industrial control systems.
• Proficiency in PLC programming (Siemens TIA Portal, Rockwell Studio 5000) and HMI.
• Strong understanding of industrial automation, electrical safety, and instrumentation.
• Experience with SCADA and network protocols (Modbus, Profibus).
• Excellent problem-solving and ability to work under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement electrical control systems with PLC programming and HMI.
• Specify electrical components, sensors, actuators, and instrumentation for control applications.
• Develop and maintain electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and control logic documentation.
• Perform system integration, testing, and commissioning of automated equipment.
• Troubleshoot and resolve electrical and control system issues in production environments.
• Collaborate with software and mechanical engineers to optimize system performance.

Skills

PLC programming

HMI development

Industrial automation

Troubleshooting

Process optimization

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering / Mechatronics

Tools

Siemens TIA Portal

Rockwell Studio 5000

SCADA

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a specialized Control Systems Electrical Engineer to join their innovative team in Upington . This role is crucial for the design, implementation, and optimization of sophisticated control systems that drive automation and efficiency across various industrial processes. You will work closely with multidisciplinary teams to develop robust solutions, troubleshoot complex issues, and ensure the seamless integration of electrical and control components. The ideal candidate possesses a strong background in industrial automation, PLC programming, and a passion for developing cutting-edge control solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement electrical control systems, including PLC programming and HMI configuration.
• Specify electrical components, sensors, actuators, and instrumentation for control applications.
• Develop and maintain electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and control logic documentation.
• Perform system integration, testing, and commissioning of automated equipment and processes.
• Troubleshoot and resolve electrical and control system issues in production environments.
• Collaborate with software engineers and mechanical engineers to ensure optimal system performance.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in designing and implementing industrial control systems.
• Proficiency in PLC programming (e.g., Siemens TIA Portal, Rockwell Studio 5000) and HMI development.
• Strong understanding of industrial automation principles, electrical safety, and instrumentation.
• Experience with SCADA systems and network communication protocols (e.g., Modbus, Profibus).
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work under pressure.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance incentives.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Opportunities for advanced training and certification in control systems technology.
• A collaborative environment focused on innovation and technological advancement.
• Hybrid work arrangements to promote work-life integration.