Control Systems Engineer - Chemical

Placements24; Randburg; Hybrid; ZAR 700,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary with bonuses

Medical and dental benefits

Retirement plans

Advanced training opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 in Randburg is seeking a specialized Control Systems Engineer - Chemical to design, implement, and maintain advanced process control systems for chemical manufacturing. You will work with state-of-the-art automation and collaborate with process engineers and operators to ensure performance, safety, and quality.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Chemical, Electrical, or Computer Engineering and 5+ years of automation experience, with proficiency in Honeywell Experion, Siemens

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical, Electrical, or Computer Engineering.
• 5+ years in industrial automation and control systems, preferably chemical.
• Experience with major DCS/PLC platforms (e.g., Honeywell Experion, Siemens PCS 7, Rockwell Logix).
• Knowledge of safety and cybersecurity standards.
• Experience with SCADA and data acquisition.

Responsibilities

• Design, configure, and implement DCS and PLC.
• Develop and optimize APC strategies for chemical processes.
• Troubleshoot and maintain control system hardware and software.
• Collaborate with process engineers to define control strategies.
• Develop and maintain P&IDs, control narratives, and functional design specifications.
• Ensure all control system implementations comply with safety and cybersecurity standards.

Skills

Process control theory

Instrumentation

Independent work

Problem solving

Cybersecurity basics

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering

Tools

Honeywell Experion

Siemens PCS 7

Rockwell Logix

SCADA systems

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a specialized Control Systems Engineer - Chemical to join their innovative team in Randburg . This role focuses on the design, implementation, and maintenance of advanced process control systems that optimize efficiency, safety, and product quality within chemical manufacturing. You will work with state-of-the-art automation technologies and collaborate closely with process engineers and operators to ensure seamless integration and performance of control strategies. This is an exciting opportunity for an expert in industrial automation to make a significant impact.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, configure, and implement Distributed Control Systems (DCS) and Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC).
• Develop and optimize advanced process control (APC) strategies for complex chemical processes.
• Troubleshoot and maintain control system hardware and software to ensure reliable operation.
• Collaborate with process engineers to define control strategies and implement improvements.
• Develop and maintain P&IDs, control narratives, and functional design specifications.
• Ensure all control system implementations comply with safety and cybersecurity standards.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical, Electrical, or Computer Engineering.
• 5+ years of experience in industrial automation and control systems engineering, preferably in the chemical sector.
• Proficiency with major DCS/PLC platforms (e.g., Honeywell Experion, Siemens PCS 7, Rockwell Logix).
• Strong understanding of process control theory, instrumentation, and industrial networks.
• Experience with SCADA systems and data acquisition.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work independently.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with performance bonuses.
• Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and retirement plans.
• Opportunities for advanced training on leading control systems.
• Engaging work on cutting-edge automation projects in Randburg . A dynamic and forward-thinking work environment.