Electrical Design and Control Engineer

Placements24; Upington; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonuses

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Training in automation

Career growth

Team environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an innovative Electrical Design and Control Engineer to join their Upington team. The role blends electrical system design with development of control systems for automated processes and machinery, including programming PLCs and HMIs to meet project specs.

The ideal candidate has a bachelor's in Electrical Engineering and at least 5 years of experience in electrical design and industrial automation, with proficiency in Siemens or Allen-Bradley platforms and exposure to

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in electrical design and industrial automation.
• Proficiency in PLC programming and HMI development.
• Strong knowledge of electrical design principles and motor control.
• Experience with Profibus / Ethernet/IP and industrial automation.

Responsibilities

• Design electrical schematics, control panel layouts, and wiring diagrams for industrial automation projects.
• Select and specify electrical components, PLCs, HMIs, and other control system hardware.
• Develop, program, and test PLC logic and HMI interfaces for automated processes.
• Troubleshoot and commission electrical and control systems on-site, ensuring seamless integration.
• Collaborate with mechanical engineers to ensure integrated design solutions.
• Ensure all designs comply with industry standards and safety regulations.

Skills

Electrical design

PLC programming

HMI development

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Siemens PLC

Allen-Bradley PLC

HMI software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an innovative Electrical Design and Control Engineer to join their team in Upington . This role combines electrical system design with the development and implementation of control systems for automated processes and machinery. You will be responsible for creating robust electrical designs, selecting appropriate control components, and programming automation systems to meet project specifications and operational requirements. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of both electrical power distribution and industrial control logic, coupled with practical experience in automation.

Key Responsibilities

• Design electrical schematics, control panel layouts, and wiring diagrams for industrial automation projects.
• Select and specify electrical components, PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, and other control system hardware.
• Develop, program, and test PLC logic and HMI interfaces for automated processes.
• Troubleshoot and commission electrical and control systems on-site, ensuring seamless integration and operation.
• Collaborate with mechanical engineers and project teams to ensure integrated design solutions.
• Ensure all designs and implementations comply with relevant industry standards and safety regulations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in electrical design and industrial automation.
• Proficiency in PLC programming (e.g., Siemens, Allen-Bradley) and HMI development.
• Strong knowledge of electrical design principles, motor control, and power distribution.
• Experience with industrial communication protocols (e.g., Profibus, Ethernet/IP).
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently and in a team environment.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and potential for project-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund benefits.
• Opportunities for training in advanced control systems and automation technologies.
• Exposure to diverse industrial automation projects.
• A supportive and collaborative work environment.
• Career growth opportunities within the company.