Control Systems Engineer - Remote

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

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work incentives

Home office setup allowance

Flexible hours

Health insurance

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly skilled Control Systems Engineer to join a globally distributed team supporting operations from Rustenburg. This fully remote role focuses on designing, implementing, and maintaining advanced control systems for diverse industrial applications in the energy sector.

Responsibilities include PLC/DCS design, algorithm development, remote troubleshooting, and cross-time-zone collaboration, with emphasis on documentation and ongoing tech updates.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or related field.
• Minimum 6 years of experience in designing and implementing industrial control systems.
• Experience programming PLCs (ladder logic, structured text) and DCS platforms.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and program PLCs and distributed control systems (DCS).
• Develop and implement sophisticated control algorithms for automation.
• Troubleshoot control systems remotely with timely resolutions.
• Collaborate with engineering teams and field technicians across time zones to commission systems.
• Create and maintain detailed docs (P&IDs, logic diagrams, manuals).
• Stay updated on advancements in control system technology.

Skills

Remote communication

Autonomous work

Problem solving

Cross-time-zone collaboration

Education

Electrical Engineering (BEng/BSc)

Mechatronics (BEng/BSc)

Tools

PLC programming (ladder)

DCS platforms

SCADA

HMI development

Industrial networking protocols

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly proficient Control Systems Engineer to join their globally distributed team, supporting operations from Rustenburg . This is a fully remote position, offering the opportunity to design, implement, and maintain sophisticated control systems for a variety of industrial applications within the energy sector . You will be at the forefront of developing automated solutions that enhance efficiency, safety, and performance across our client's diverse operational landscape. The role requires a strong technical background, self-discipline to thrive in a remote environment, and a commitment to delivering robust, scalable, and innovative control system designs.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and program programmable logic controllers (PLCs) and distributed control systems (DCS).
• Develop and implement sophisticated control algorithms for optimization and automation.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose issues with control systems remotely, providing timely resolutions.
• Collaborate with engineering teams and field technicians across different time zones to integrate and commission control systems.
• Create and maintain detailed documentation, including P&IDs, logic diagrams, and user manuals.
• Stay abreast of the latest advancements in control system technology and automation.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related field.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in designing and implementing industrial control systems .
• Proficiency in programming languages for PLCs (e.g., ladder logic, structured text) and DCS platforms.
• Experience with SCADA systems, HMI development, and industrial networking protocols.
• Strong understanding of system integration, process control, and automation principles within the energy industry .
• Excellent remote communication and collaboration skills, with a proven ability to work autonomously.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with remote work incentives.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Generous allowance for home office setup and professional development.
• Flexible working hours to accommodate global collaboration.
• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects in the evolving energy sector .