Control Systems Engineer

Placements24; Rustenburg; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Retirement plans

Generous annual leave

Training & development

Career opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 client in Rustenburg, North West, seeks a skilled Control Systems Engineer to maintain and optimize PLC, SCADA, and DCS systems for uptime in mining and heavy industry. Design, implement, and troubleshoot control solutions; develop interfaces and data logging; and collaborate with operations and other engineering disciplines to drive automation improvements.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Electronic, or Computer Engineering with at least six years in

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Electronic, or Computer Engineering.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in industrial control systems engineering.
• Proficiency with PLC programming platforms (e.g., Siemens, Rockwell Automation, ABB).
• Experience in SCADA system development and configuration.
• Knowledge of industrial communication protocols (e.g., Profibus, Modbus, Ethernet/IP).
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills in a production environment.

Responsibilities

• Design, program, and commission PLC and SCADA systems.
• Develop and maintain control logic, user interfaces, and data logging for industrial processes.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex control system issues in real-time to minimize production downtime.
• Perform system upgrades and modifications, ensuring seamless integration with existing infrastructure.
• Conduct regular maintenance and performance monitoring of control systems.
• Collaborate with operational teams and other engineering disciplines to identify automation improvements.

Skills

PLC programming

SCADA development

Industrial protocols

Troubleshooting

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Electronic, or Computer Engineering

Tools

Siemens PLC

Rockwell Automation

ABB

SCADA platforms

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a major player in the mining and heavy industry sector located in Rustenburg , is seeking a skilled Control Systems Engineer . This role is essential for maintaining and optimizing the complex automated systems that drive our operations. You will be responsible for the design, implementation, and troubleshooting of PLC, SCADA, and DCS systems to ensure maximum uptime and efficiency. This position offers the opportunity to work with state-of-the-art technology in a challenging and rewarding environment within the North West province.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, program, and commission PLC (Programmable Logic Controllers) and SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition) systems.
• Develop and maintain control logic, user interfaces, and data logging for industrial processes.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex control system issues in real-time to minimize production downtime.
• Perform system upgrades and modifications, ensuring seamless integration with existing infrastructure.
• Conduct regular maintenance and performance monitoring of control systems.
• Collaborate with operational teams and other engineering disciplines to identify areas for automation improvement.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Electronic, or Computer Engineering.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in industrial control systems engineering.
• Proficiency with PLC programming platforms (e.g., Siemens, Rockwell Automation, ABB).
• Experience in SCADA system development and configuration.
• Knowledge of industrial communication protocols (e.g., Profibus, Modbus, Ethernet/IP).
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills in a production environment.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with performance incentives.
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical and retirement plans.
• Generous annual leave allowance.
• Access to advanced training and professional development.
• Exciting career opportunities within the robust mining sector of Rustenburg .