Control Systems Engineer - Industrial Automation

Placements24; Richards Bay; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Health & wellness benefits

Professional certification training

Hybrid work environment

Exposure to diverse industrial apps

Job summary

Placements24 is hiring a Control Systems Engineer in Richards Bay to design, implement, and maintain industrial automation systems for energy and manufacturing sectors. You will optimize plant operations, improve reliability, and ensure safety in a challenging industrial setting.

The role requires a strong technical aptitude, hands-on problem-solving, and collaboration with operations teams. Hybrid work environment balances site work with office collaboration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or Computer Engineering.
• Minimum of 4 years in control systems engineering and industrial automation.
• Proficiency in programming PLC platforms (Siemens, Allen-Bradley) and SCADA software.
• Experience with industrial networks and communication protocols.
• Strong understanding of process control principles and instrumentation.

Responsibilities

• Design, program, and commission PLC, DCS, and SCADA systems for industrial processes.
• Develop and maintain control logic, HMI interfaces, and data acquisition systems.
• Perform root cause analysis and troubleshoot control system failures to minimize downtime.
• Collaborate with operational teams to identify opportunities for automation and process improvement.
• Ensure all control system designs meet stringent safety, security, and performance standards.
• Provide technical support and training to plant operators and maintenance personnel.

Skills

PLC programming

SCADA software

HMI design

Industrial networks

Process control

Troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering / Mechatronics / Computer Engineering

Tools

Siemens PLC

Allen-Bradley PLC

SCADA tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a skilled Control Systems Engineer for their operations in Richards Bay , specializing in industrial automation within the energy and manufacturing sectors. You will be responsible for the design, implementation, and maintenance of sophisticated control systems that optimize plant operations and ensure safety. This role is integral to improving efficiency and reliability in a demanding industrial environment, requiring a strong technical aptitude and hands-on problem-solving capabilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, program, and commission PLC, DCS, and SCADA systems for industrial processes.
• Develop and maintain control logic, HMI interfaces, and data acquisition systems.
• Perform root cause analysis and troubleshoot control system failures to minimize downtime.
• Collaborate with operational teams to identify opportunities for automation and process improvement.
• Ensure all control system designs meet stringent safety, security, and performance standards.
• Provide technical support and training to plant operators and maintenance personnel.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or Computer Engineering.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in control systems engineering and industrial automation.
• Proficiency in programming various PLC platforms (e.g., Siemens, Allen-Bradley) and SCADA software.
• Experience with industrial networks and communication protocols.
• Strong understanding of process control principles and instrumentation.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package with annual reviews.
• Generous health and wellness benefits, including retirement planning.
• Extensive training programs and opportunities for professional certification.
• Hybrid work environment balancing office collaboration and site work.
• Exposure to diverse industrial applications in the energy and processing industries.