Electrical Engineer – Industrial Automation (Hybrid)

Placements24; Kempton Park; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 850,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Provident fund

Training programs

Hybrid work

Paid annual leave

Overtime opportunities

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a skilled Electrical Engineer specializing in Industrial Automation in Gauteng. The role combines on-site collaboration with flexible remote work to design, implement, and optimize automated electrical systems for advanced manufacturing facilities.

You will work with PLCs, HMIs, and SCADA, supporting production, engineering, and maintenance teams to improve efficiency, safety, and reliability in a hybrid work environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or related field.
• 3-5 years in industrial automation or similar role.
• Proficiency in PLC programming (ladder logic, structured text) and HMI development.
• Familiarity with Profibus, Profinet, Ethernet/IP.
• Knowledge of motor control, VFDs, and servo systems.
• Ability to read electrical blueprints and manuals.
• Strong problem-solving and teamwork, with hybrid-work experience.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop electrical control systems for industrial machinery and processes.
• Program and troubleshoot PLCs from Siemens, Allen-Bradley, Omron.
• Develop and configure HMIs and SCADA systems.
• Select and specify motors, drives, sensors, relays, wiring.
• Create electrical schematics and wiring diagrams with CAD tools.
• Conduct site visits for installation, commissioning and testing.
• Provide training to maintenance personnel and operators.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement electrical solutions.

Skills

PLC programming

HMI development

SCADA systems

Electrical schematics

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Mechatronics

Tools

CAD software

SCADA software

Electrical drawing tools

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a skilled Electrical Engineer specializing in Industrial Automation in Gauteng. The role combines on-site collaboration with flexible remote work to design, implement, and optimize automated electrical systems for advanced manufacturing facilities.

You will work with PLCs, HMIs, and SCADA, supporting production, engineering, and maintenance teams to improve efficiency, safety, and reliability in a hybrid work environment.