Electrical Engineer - Automation & Control

Placements24; Randburg; Hybrid; ZAR 700,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and annual bonus

Comprehensive medical and retirement

Flexible hybrid work arrangement

Advanced training and certifications

Engaging projects with innovation

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an innovative Electrical Engineer specializing in Automation and Control Systems to join our Randburg team. This hybrid role balances on-site project work with remote system design and analysis, focusing on design, implementation, and maintenance of advanced control systems for industrial processes.

The ideal candidate will have PLC programming, SCADA, and HMI experience, ensuring safety, efficiency, and reliability across diverse industries in Gauteng.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Mechatronics.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in industrial automation and control systems engineering.
• Proficiency in programming various PLC platforms (e.g., Siemens, Allen-Bradley).
• Experience with SCADA software and HMI design.
• Solid understanding of industrial electrical systems and safety standards.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid environment, managing both remote development and on-site support.

Responsibilities

• Design, program, and commission PLC and HMI systems for industrial automation.
• Develop and maintain SCADA systems for process monitoring and data acquisition.
• Specify electrical components and control hardware for automation projects.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues with electrical and control systems, both remotely and on-site.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate automation solutions into existing infrastructure.
• Stay current with emerging technologies in industrial automation and control.

Skills

PLC programming

SCADA systems

HMI design

Industrial networks

Education

Electrical/Mechatronics degree

Tools

Siemens PLC

Allen-Bradley PLC

SCADA software

HMI design software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for an innovative Electrical Engineer specializing in Automation and Control Systems to join their team in Randburg. This hybrid role allows for a balance of on-site project involvement and remote system design and analysis. You will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining advanced control systems for industrial processes, ensuring efficiency, reliability, and safety. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in PLC programming, SCADA systems, and industrial networks. Working closely with project teams and clients, you will contribute to cutting‑edge automation solutions that drive productivity and optimize operations within various industries in the Gauteng region.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, program, and commission PLC and HMI systems for industrial automation.


• Develop and maintain SCADA systems for process monitoring and data acquisition.


• Specify electrical components and control hardware for automation projects.


• Troubleshoot and resolve issues with electrical and control systems, both remotely and on‑site.


• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to integrate automation solutions into existing infrastructure.


• Stay current with emerging technologies in industrial automation and control.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Mechatronics.


• Minimum of 5 years of experience in industrial automation and control systems engineering.


• Proficiency in programming various PLC platforms (e.g., Siemens, Allen‑Bradley).


• Experience with SCADA software and human‑machine interface (HMI) design.


• Solid understanding of industrial electrical systems and safety standards.


• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid environment, managing both remote development and on‑site support.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and annual performance bonus.


• Comprehensive medical and retirement benefits package.


• Flexible hybrid work arrangement.


• Opportunities for advanced training and certifications in automation technologies.


• Engaging projects with a focus on technological innovation.