Electrical Engineer - Industrial Controls and Instrumentation

Placements24; Upington; On-site; ZAR 350,000 - 700,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

State-of-the-art technology

Hands-on experience

Professional development opportunities

Supportive team

Job summary

Placements24 in Upington, South Africa, seeks an Electrical Engineer specializing in Industrial Controls and Instrumentation. You will design, implement, and maintain control systems to optimize plant performance and ensure safe operations.

The role collaborates with production, maintenance, and engineering teams; a hands-on, site-based approach is required and a commitment to safety and reliability.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Proven experience in industrial controls and instrumentation.
• Strong knowledge of PLC systems, DCS, SCADA, and relevant industrial communication protocols.
• Experience with calibration, configuration, and maintenance of process instrumentation.
• Familiarity with ISA standards.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities and a commitment to safety in industrial environments.

Responsibilities

• Design, specify, and implement electrical control systems and instrumentation for industrial processes.
• Develop P&ID diagrams, electrical schematics, and loop diagrams using relevant software.
• Select and procure appropriate control valves, sensors, transmitters, and other instrumentation devices.
• Troubleshoot and repair complex instrumentation and control system issues in a plant environment.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to integrate new control strategies and improve existing systems.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards for safety, accuracy, and reliability in instrumentation.

Skills

Industrial controls

SCADA systems

PLC programming

Instrumentation

Safety compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

DCS

ISA standards

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a detail-oriented Electrical Engineer specializing in Industrial Controls and Instrumentation for their operations in Upington . This role is critical for ensuring the efficient and safe operation of industrial processes through the design, implementation, and maintenance of advanced control and instrumentation systems. You will work closely with production, maintenance, and engineering teams to optimize plant performance and troubleshoot complex issues. This is a site-based position requiring a strong understanding of industrial electrical systems and a hands‑on approach to problem‑solving in a dynamic operational setting. You will be contributing to the technological advancement of key industrial facilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, specify, and implement electrical control systems and instrumentation for industrial processes.
• Develop P&ID diagrams, electrical schematics, and loop diagrams using relevant software.
• Select and procure appropriate control valves, sensors, transmitters, and other instrumentation devices.
• Troubleshoot and repair complex instrumentation and control system issues in a plant environment.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to integrate new control strategies and improve existing systems.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards for safety, accuracy, and reliability in instrumentation.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related technical field.
• Proven experience in industrial controls and instrumentation engineering.
• Strong knowledge of PLC systems, DCS, SCADA, and various industrial communication protocols.
• Experience with calibration, configuration, and maintenance of process instrumentation.
• Familiarity with relevant industry standards (e.g., ISA).
• Excellent problem-solving abilities and a commitment to safety in industrial environments.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunity to work with state-of-the-art industrial control technology.
• Hands‑on experience in a critical industrial sector.
• Continuous learning and professional development opportunities.
• A supportive team environment focused on operational excellence.