Energy Control Systems Engineer – PLC/SCADA Expert

Placements24; Bloemfontein; On-site; ZAR 720,000 - 960,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 in Welkom, Free State, seeks a skilled Control Systems Engineer to join its operations team. You will design, implement, and maintain automated control systems for energy infrastructure, ensuring safe, efficient operation of power networks.

You will program PLCs and DCS, develop HMIs/SCADA, perform diagnostics, and upgrade systems while collaborating with operations and maintenance. A strong background in electrical engineering and hands-on teamwork is essential.

Qualifications

• BEng or BTech in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years in industrial control systems engineering, with focus on energy automation.
• Proficiency with PLC programming languages and HMI/SCADA software; experience with Modbus/Profibus/Ethernet/IP.

Responsibilities

• Design, program, and commission PLCs and DCS for energy facilities.
• Develop and maintain HMIs and SCADA for plant monitoring and control.
• Perform diagnostics, troubleshooting, and root cause analysis for control system malfunctions.
• Collaborate with operations and maintenance to ensure seamless integration and performance.
• Implement upgrades and modifications to existing control systems to improve efficiency.
• Ensure adherence to safety protocols and industry standards in all control system activities.

Skills

PLC programming

HMI/SCADA

Industrial networks

Control theory

Teamwork

Education

BEng or BTech in Electrical Engineering/Mechatronics

Tools

Wonderware

Ignition

WinCC

Job description

Placements24 in Welkom, Free State, seeks a skilled Control Systems Engineer to join its operations team. You will design, implement, and maintain automated control systems for energy infrastructure, ensuring safe, efficient operation of power networks.

You will program PLCs and DCS, develop HMIs/SCADA, perform diagnostics, and upgrade systems while collaborating with operations and maintenance. A strong background in electrical engineering and hands-on teamwork is essential.