Electrical Engineer - Industrial Automation

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

Benefits offered by this job

Provident fund

Medical aid

Specialized training

On-site role

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an Electrical Engineer specializing in Industrial Automation for its Mossel Bay facility in the Western Cape. The role focuses on design, implementation, and maintenance of automated control systems to ensure safe, efficient operation of production lines.

The successful candidate will program PLC and HMI systems, develop electrical schematics, and collaborate with maintenance teams to drive preventative maintenance and safety standards across the plant.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of hands-on experience in industrial automation and control systems.
• Proficiency in programming PLC platforms (e.g., Siemens S7, Rockwell ControlLogix) and HMI software.
• Strong understanding of industrial networks and communication protocols (e.g., Profinet, Modbus TCP/IP).
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, P&IDs, and technical manuals.
• Excellent diagnostic skills, problem-solving abilities, and commitment to safety.

Responsibilities

• Design, program, and commission PLC and HMI systems for new equipment and process upgrades.
• Develop electrical schematics and control panel layouts using CAD software.
• Troubleshoot and resolve electrical and automation issues on the plant floor to minimize downtime.
• Collaborate with maintenance teams to implement preventative maintenance strategies for electrical and automation equipment.
• Specify and select electrical components, sensors, and actuators for automation projects.
• Ensure all automation designs comply with relevant safety standards and regulations, including those specific to the Western Cape industrial sector.

Skills

PLC programming

HMI software

Electrical schematics

Industrial networks

P&IDs reading

Problem-solving

Safety compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related engineering discipline

Tools

CAD software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is recruiting a dedicated Electrical Engineer with a specialization in Industrial Automation for their facility in Mossel Bay, Western Cape . This role is essential for the design, implementation, and maintenance of automated control systems within our industrial processes. You will be responsible for ensuring the smooth, efficient, and safe operation of machinery and production lines through expert application of control technologies. This position offers the chance to work on innovative automation solutions in a key industrial hub, contributing directly to operational excellence and technological advancement within the company.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, program, and commission PLC and HMI systems for new equipment and process upgrades.
• Develop electrical schematics and control panel layouts using CAD software.
• Troubleshoot and resolve electrical and automation issues on the plant floor to minimize downtime.
• Collaborate with maintenance teams to implement preventative maintenance strategies for electrical and automation equipment.
• Specify and select electrical components, sensors, and actuators for automation projects.
• Ensure all automation designs comply with relevant safety standards and regulations, including those specific to the Western Cape industrial sector.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related engineering discipline.
• 3-5 years of hands‑on experience in industrial automation and control systems.
• Proficiency in programming various PLC platforms (e.g., Siemens S7, Rockwell ControlLogix) and HMI software.
• Strong understanding of industrial networks and communication protocols (e.g., Profinet, Modbus TCP/IP).
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, P&IDs, and technical manuals.
• Excellent diagnostic skills, problem-solving abilities, and commitment to safety.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary package tailored to your experience level.
• Contribution to a provident fund and comprehensive medical aid plan.
• Opportunities for specialized training in automation technologies.
• On‑site role within a key industrial facility in Mossel Bay .
• Exposure to diverse industrial automation challenges and solutions.
• A stable and supportive work environment focused on operational efficiency.