Field Service Engineer - Automation

Placements24

LegKraal Gate

On-site

ZAR 420,000 - 700,000

Full time

5 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

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Travel allowances

Health insurance

Retirement benefits

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Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Field Service Engineer specialising in automation to install, commission, calibrate, and maintain complex automated systems at client sites in the Mahikeng region and beyond. The role requires hands-on expertise with PLCs, HMIs, and robotics, plus strong diagnostic and troubleshooting capabilities.

You will read electrical schematics, provide on-site technical support and training, and ensure safety standards are followed while minimising downtime for critical

Qualifications

Proven experience as a Field Service Engineer, preferably in industrial automation.
Strong knowledge of PLCs, HMIs, robotics, and other automation technologies.
Proficiency in troubleshooting electrical, mechanical, and software issues in automated systems.
Ability to read and understand complex technical drawings and schematics.

Responsibilities

Install, commission, and calibrate automated systems and equipment.
Perform preventative maintenance and diagnostic checks on automation machinery.
Troubleshoot and repair complex mechanical, electrical, and PLC-related issues.
Provide on-site technical support and training to customer personnel.
Read and interpret technical documentation, including electrical schematics and P&ID diagrams.
Ensure all work adheres to safety standards and company protocols.

Skills

PLC Systems

HMI Interfaces

Robotics

Diagnostics & Troubleshooting

Schematic Reading

Driver's License

Willing to Travel

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly skilled Field Service Engineer specializing in Automation to join their team in Mahikeng. You will be responsible for the installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of complex automated systems and machinery at client sites. This role requires a deep understanding of mechanical, electrical, and software components involved in automation processes. You will be the technical expert on the ground, ensuring optimal performance and minimal downtime for our clients' critical operations in the Mahikeng region and beyond.

Key Responsibilities

Install, commission, and calibrate automated systems and equipment.
Perform preventative maintenance and diagnostic checks on automation machinery.
Troubleshoot and repair complex mechanical, electrical, and PLC-related issues.
Provide on-site technical support and training to customer personnel.
Read and interpret technical documentation, including electrical schematics and P&ID diagrams.
Ensure all work adheres to safety standards and company protocols.

Requirements

Proven experience as a Field Service Engineer , preferably in industrial automation.
Strong knowledge of PLCs, HMIs, robotics, and other automation technologies.
Proficiency in troubleshooting electrical, mechanical, and software issues in automated systems.
Ability to read and understand complex technical drawings and schematics.
Must possess a valid driver's license and be willing to travel extensively within the Mahikeng area.
Excellent problem-solving skills and a customer-focused attitude.

Benefits