Electrical Engineer - Instrumentation & Control

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical benefits

Retirement benefits

Ongoing training

Diverse projects

Collaborative environment

Job summary

Placements24 in Randburg is seeking a specialized Electrical Engineer focusing on Instrumentation and Control systems. You will design, implement, calibrate and maintain sophisticated instrumentation for industrial processes, combining remote analysis with on-site work in a hybrid model.

You will develop PLC/SCADA/DCS solutions, calibrate sensors, and collaborate with process engineers to enhance system performance and reliability across Gauteng projects.

Qualifications

• BEng or BSc in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
• 5+ years in instrumentation and control systems engineering.
• Proficiency in PLC/SCADA/DCS programming and configuration.
• Strong knowledge of Profibus and Modbus protocols.
• Hybrid work with potential site visits.

Responsibilities

• Design and specify instrumentation, control valves, and associated electrical systems.
• Develop and implement PLC, SCADA, and DCS systems for process automation.
• Perform calibration and maintenance of measurement instruments (e.g., pressure, temperature, flow sensors).
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues with control loops and field instrumentation.
• Prepare technical documentation, including P&IDs, loop diagrams, and instrument lists.
• Collaborate with process engineers and operations teams to improve system performance.

Skills

PLC/SCADA/DCS programming

Instrumentation & control systems

Industrial protocols (Profibus, Modbus

Hybrid work capability

Education

BEng or BSc in Electrical Engineering

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a specialized Electrical Engineer focusing on Instrumentation and Control systems for their operations in Randburg. This role is vital for ensuring the precise monitoring and control of industrial processes. You will be involved in the design, implementation, calibration, and maintenance of sophisticated instrumentation and control systems. This position operates in a hybrid model, combining remote technical analysis with on-site field work. Join a team dedicated to optimizing industrial efficiency and reliability through advanced automation solutions in the vibrant Gauteng region.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and specify instrumentation, control valves, and associated electrical systems.
• Develop and implement PLC, SCADA, and DCS systems for process automation.
• Perform calibration and maintenance of measurement instruments (e.g., pressure, temperature, flow sensors).
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues with control loops and field instrumentation.
• Prepare technical documentation, including P&IDs, loop diagrams, and instrument lists.
• Collaborate with process engineers and operations teams to improve system performance.

Requirements

• BEng or BSc in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in instrumentation and control systems engineering.
• Proficiency in PLC/SCADA/DCS programming and configuration.
• Strong knowledge of industrial communication protocols (e.g., Profibus, Modbus).
• Experience with various types of industrial instrumentation and control valves.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid environment, including potential site visits.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with annual performance reviews.
• Comprehensive medical and retirement benefits.
• Ongoing training in the latest instrumentation and control technologies.
• Opportunities to work on diverse industrial automation projects.
• A collaborative and technically focused work environment.