Electrical Controls Engineer

Placements24

Soweto

On-site

ZAR 600,000 - 900,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Training opportunities

Stable employment

Supportive team

Diverse automation projects

Job summary

Placements24 in Soweto is seeking an Electrical Controls Engineer to design, develop, implement and maintain industrial control systems. You will work with PLCs, HMIs, robotics to optimize production and troubleshoot complex issues.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering or Mechatronics, at least 4 years in industrial controls, and proficiency with Siemens or Allen-Bradley PLCs and VFDs. Join a team committed to innovation and hands-on skills.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related field.
Minimum of 4 years of experience in industrial controls and automation engineering.
Proficiency in PLC programming (e.g., Siemens, Allen-Bradley) and HMI software.
Experience with VFDs, servo motors, and robotics integration.
Strong understanding of industrial electrical codes and safety standards.

Responsibilities

Design and program PLCs and HMIs for various industrial applications.
Develop and implement electrical control panel designs, ensuring safety and functionality.
Troubleshoot and repair electrical control systems, identifying root causes of failures and solutions.
Install, commission, and test new automation equipment and systems.
Collaborate with mechanical engineers and production staff to integrate control systems into manufacturing processes.
Maintain documentation for control systems, including ladder logic, wiring diagrams, and manuals.

Skills

PLC programming

HMI software

VFDs

Servo motors

Robotics integration

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Mechatronics

Tools

Siemens PLC (STEP 7/TIA Portal)

Allen-Bradley (RSLogix/Studio 5000)

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a skilled Electrical Controls Engineer to join their team in Soweto. This role focuses on the design, development, implementation, and maintenance of industrial control systems and automation solutions. You will be responsible for ensuring the efficient and reliable operation of manufacturing processes through expertly designed and maintained control systems. This includes working with PLCs, HMIs, robotics, and other automation technologies to optimize production and troubleshoot complex issues. The ideal candidate is passionate about automation and has a strong understanding of electrical principles applied to industrial control.

Key Responsibilities

Design and program Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) and Human-Machine Interfaces (HMIs) for various industrial applications.
Develop and implement electrical control panel designs, ensuring compliance with safety and functionality requirements.
Troubleshoot and repair electrical control systems, identifying root causes of failures and implementing solutions.
Install, commission, and test new automation equipment and systems.
Collaborate with mechanical engineers and production staff to integrate control systems into manufacturing processes.
Maintain documentation for control systems, including ladder logic, wiring diagrams, and operational manuals.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related field.
Minimum of 4 years of experience in industrial controls and automation engineering.
Proficiency in PLC programming (e.g., Siemens, Allen-Bradley) and HMI software.
Experience with Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs), servo motors, and robotics integration.
Strong understanding of industrial electrical codes and safety standards.
Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work effectively in a team environment in Soweto.

Benefits