Electrical Systems Engineer - PLC & Robotics, East London

Placements24

East London

On-site

ZAR 520,000 - 900,000

Full time

46 hours ago
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Job summary

Placements24 is recruiting an Electrical Systems Engineer for an automotive manufacturing client in East London. The role covers design, implementation and maintenance of electrical systems and automation on production lines.

The ideal candidate has PLC programming, robotic systems and process control experience, with willingness to work flexible hours as needed. Join a fast-paced manufacturing environment and contribute to production excellence, safety compliance, and continuous improvement

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
  • At least 4 years' experience in electrical engineering, preferably in automotive/manufacturing.
  • Proficient in PLC programming and HMI development; robotics and process control knowledge.
  • Ability to read schematics and ensure safety compliance.

Responsibilities

  • Design, install, and commission electrical systems and equipment for automotive production lines.
  • Develop and maintain PLC programs and HMI interfaces for automated machinery and processes.
  • Troubleshoot electrical issues and implement solutions to minimise production downtime.
  • Perform preventive and predictive maintenance on electrical systems and components.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize manufacturing processes.
  • Ensure all electrical installations and modifications comply with safety standards and policies.
  • Specify and select electrical components including motors, drives, sensors, and control devices.
  • Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency, quality, and safety of electrical systems.
  • Maintain electrical documentation including schematics and maintenance records.

Skills

PLC programming
HMI development
Electrical design
Troubleshooting
Automation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Siemens PLC
Allen-Bradley PLC
Electrical CAD

Job description

Placements24 is recruiting an Electrical Systems Engineer for an automotive manufacturing client in East London. The role covers design, implementation and maintenance of electrical systems and automation on production lines.

The ideal candidate has PLC programming, robotic systems and process control experience, with willingness to work flexible hours as needed. Join a fast-paced manufacturing environment and contribute to production excellence, safety compliance, and continuous improvement

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