Electrical Engineer - Industrial Control Systems

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); Híbrido; ZAR 600.000 - 900.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Competitive salary

Bonuses

Medical aid

Retirement benefits

Professional development

Hybrid work

Annual leave

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer to focus on Industrial Control Systems at the Nelspruit facility. You will design, implement, troubleshoot, and optimize PLC/HMI/SCADA-based control systems to boost efficiency, reliability, and safety of automated production lines.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering with 5+ years in industrial electrical engineering, strong PLC/HMI/SCADA skills, and familiarity with Profinet/Ethernet/IP.

Formación

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in industrial electrical engineering, with a strong focus on control systems.
• Proficiency in PLC programming (e.g., Siemens TIA Portal, Allen-Bradley RSLogix/Studio 5000) and HMI/SCADA software.
• Experience with industrial networks (e.g., Profinet, Ethernet/IP).
• Strong understanding of electrical schematics, motor controls, and VFDs.
• Excellent troubleshooting and diagnostic skills for complex automation systems.
• Knowledge of industrial safety standards and practices.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid on-site/remote environment.
• Familiarity with instrumentation and sensor technology.

Responsabilidades

• Design, develop, and implement electrical control systems for new equipment and process improvements.
• Program and troubleshoot PLCs (e.g., Siemens, Allen-Bradley) and configure HMIs/SCADA systems.
• Specify and select electrical components, sensors, actuators, and drives for automation applications.
• Develop and maintain electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and panel layouts.
• Perform root cause analysis on electrical and control system failures and implement corrective actions.
• Collaborate with mechanical engineers and operations teams to integrate control systems effectively.
• Conduct preventative maintenance and performance tuning of control systems.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant electrical codes, safety standards, and company policies.
• Assist in the training of maintenance technicians on control system operation and troubleshooting.
• Stay updated on new automation technologies and recommend improvements.

Conocimientos

PLC programming

HMI/SCADA

Industrial networks

Electrical schematics

Motor control

VFDs

Troubleshooting

Safety standards

Teamwork

Hybrid work capability

Educación

Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering

Herramientas

Siemens TIA Portal

Allen-Bradley RSLogix/Studio 5000

HMI/SCADA software

Profinet

Ethernet/IP

Descripción del empleo

About the Role

Our client, a prominent player in the manufacturing sector, requires an experienced Electrical Engineer to focus on Industrial Control Systems within their Nelspruit facility. This role is integral to maintaining and enhancing the efficiency, reliability, and safety of our automated production lines. You will be responsible for the design, implementation, troubleshooting, and optimization of electrical control systems, including PLCs, HMIs, SCADA, and related instrumentation. The ideal candidate possesses a strong technical background in industrial automation, a proactive approach to problem-solving, and a commitment to continuous improvement. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to operational excellence in a key industrial hub, working within a hybrid model that balances on-site collaboration with remote flexibility. We are dedicated to investing in our engineering talent, providing opportunities for growth and exposure to diverse automation technologies. You will be a key member of the engineering team, directly impacting production output and quality.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement electrical control systems for new equipment and process improvements.
• Program and troubleshoot PLCs (e.g., Siemens, Allen-Bradley) and configure HMIs/SCADA systems.
• Specify and select electrical components, sensors, actuators, and drives for automation applications.
• Develop and maintain electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and panel layouts.
• Perform root cause analysis on electrical and control system failures and implement corrective actions.
• Collaborate with mechanical engineers and operations teams to integrate control systems effectively.
• Conduct preventative maintenance and performance tuning of control systems.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant electrical codes, safety standards, and company policies.
• Assist in the training of maintenance technicians on control system operation and troubleshooting.
• Stay updated on new automation technologies and recommend improvements.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in industrial electrical engineering, with a strong focus on control systems.
• Proficiency in PLC programming (e.g., Siemens TIA Portal, Allen-Bradley RSLogix/Studio 5000) and HMI/SCADA software.
• Experience with industrial networks (e.g., Profinet, Ethernet/IP).
• Strong understanding of electrical schematics, motor controls, and VFDs.
• Excellent troubleshooting and diagnostic skills for complex automation systems.
• Knowledge of industrial safety standards and practices.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid on-site/remote environment.
• Familiarity with instrumentation and sensor technology.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and potential for performance bonuses.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement benefits.
• Opportunities for professional development and training in automation technologies.
• Engaging work on critical production systems in Nelspruit .
• Hybrid work arrangement for better work-life integration.
• Access to modern facilities and equipment.
• Generous annual leave.