Electronic Engineer – Control & Instrumentation

Network Recruitment; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 500 000 - 700 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering recruitment firm seeks an experienced Electronic Engineer in Johannesburg. The role involves designing and testing PCBs, programming PLC systems, and integrating control systems. Candidates should have a BEng in Electronic Engineering and extensive experience in PCB design and control systems. The position includes compensation, and candidates must be willing to travel to client sites.

Qualifications

• 25 years hands-on experience in PCB design, PLC programming, and control systems.
• Working knowledge of Modbus, Profibus, and Ethernet/IP protocols.
• Familiarity with low-voltage systems and signal conditioning.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and test custom PCBs for control systems.
• Program and configure PLC systems.
• Develop and maintain SCADA/HMI interfaces.

Skills

PCB design

PLC programming

Control systems integration

Communication protocols

Education

BEng in Electronic Engineering

Tools

Altium

KiCAD

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and test custom PCBs for control systems.
• Program and configure PLC systems (Siemens, Allen-Bradley, Omron, etc.).
• Develop and maintain SCADA / HMI interfaces.
• Integrate and troubleshoot control and instrumentation systems (sensors, transmitters, and actuators).
• Perform field testing, commissioning, and calibration of equipment.
• Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to deliver automation solutions.
• Prepare detailed technical documentation, wiring diagrams, and system layouts.
• Support fault-finding and optimisation of electronic and control systems in production.

Minimum Requirements

• BEng in Electronic Engineering (or equivalent).
• 25 years hands-on experience in PCB design (Altium, KiCAD, or similar); PLC programming & fault-finding; and control systems and instrumentation integration.
• Working knowledge of communication protocols (Modbus, Profibus, and Ethernet / IP).
• Familiarity with low-voltage systems, signal conditioning, and loop tuning.
• Valid driver's license and willingness to travel to client sites when required.

Advantageous Skills

• SCADA / HMI systems (e.g., Wonderware, WinCC, and Ignition).
• C / C++ or embedded firmware development.
• EMC and compliance testing.
• Electrical panel design and wiring knowledge.

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