Electrical Engineer - Automation

Placements24; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 480,000 - 720,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid

Retirement fund contributions

Paid time off

Specialized training in automation

Collaborative team environment

Job summary

Placements24 seeks an Electrical Engineer specialized in Automation to join our Pretoria team on-site. You will design, implement, and maintain automated electrical systems, coordinating with manufacturing and engineering colleagues to deploy control solutions.

The ideal candidate has a degree in Electrical Engineering with automation focus and 3–5 years of industrial automation experience, including PLC programming and HMI development, plus strong motor control knowledge.

Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field with a focus on automation.
• 3-5 years of experience in industrial automation and control systems engineering.
• Proficiency in PLC programming (Siemens, Rockwell) and HMI development.
• Strong understanding of motor control, VFDs, robotics, and industrial networking protocols.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop electrical control systems for industrial automation, including PLC programming and HMI configuration.
• Create electrical schematics, panel layouts, and wiring diagrams for automated machinery and processes.
• Specify and select electrical components, sensors, and actuators for automation applications.
• Install, commission, and troubleshoot automated electrical systems on the factory floor.
• Collaborate with mechanical engineers and technicians to ensure seamless integration of automation solutions.
• Provide technical support and training to operations personnel on automated equipment.

Skills

PLC programming

HMI development

Troubleshooting

Industrial networking

Team collaboration

Education

Electrical Engineering degree (Automation focus)

Tools

Siemens PLC

Rockwell PLC

HMI software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a dedicated Electrical Engineer with a specialization in Automation to join their Pretoria-based team. This role is integral to the design, implementation, and maintenance of automated electrical systems that drive efficiency and productivity. You will work on-site, collaborating directly with manufacturing and engineering teams to develop and deploy sophisticated control solutions. This is an exciting opportunity for an engineer passionate about automation technologies to contribute to impactful projects within a stable, growth-oriented industrial environment located in Pretoria , working closely with colleagues on tangible, state-of-the-art systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop electrical control systems for industrial automation, including PLC programming and HMI configuration.
• Create electrical schematics, panel layouts, and wiring diagrams for automated machinery and processes.
• Specify and select appropriate electrical components, sensors, and actuators for automation applications.
• Install, commission, and troubleshoot automated electrical systems on the factory floor.
• Collaborate with mechanical engineers and technicians to ensure seamless integration of automation solutions.
• Provide technical support and training to operations personnel on automated equipment.

Requirements

• Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field, with a focus on automation.
• 3-5 years of experience in industrial automation and control systems engineering.
• Proficiency in PLC programming (e.g., Siemens, Rockwell) and HMI development .
• Strong understanding of motor control, VFDs, robotics, and industrial networking protocols.
• Experience with electrical panel design and low-voltage systems .
• Excellent troubleshooting skills and ability to work effectively in a plant environment.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund contributions.
• Paid time off for rest and rejuvenation.
• Opportunities for specialized training in automation technologies.
• A collaborative team environment focused on operational excellence in Pretoria .