Head of Electrical Systems & Industrial Automation

Placements24; Kempton Park; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Medical aid

Provident fund

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Lead Electrical Systems Integrator in Gauteng to spearhead design, implementation, and optimization of complex electrical and control systems for large-scale industrial applications. You will lead the integration of PLCs, SCADA, HMIs, and related automation components, shaping system architecture and ensuring robust, scalable solutions.

The ideal candidate has 8+ years in electrical systems integration, with strong leadership, client-facing skills, and a track record of

Qualifications

• Requires B.Eng or M.Eng in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Minimum 8 years of experience in electrical systems integration or industrial automation.
• Extensive experience with PLC programming (Siemens, Rockwell), SCADA, and HMI development.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, and implementation of integrated electrical and control systems for industrial clients.
• Oversee selection and integration of PLCs, SCADA systems, HMIs, and other automation components.
• Develop system architecture and network designs for robustness and scalability.
• Manage project timelines, budgets, and resources to ensure delivery.
• Collaborate with clients to translate requirements into technical solutions.
• Conduct diagnostics, troubleshooting, and performance optimization of installed systems.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to a team of engineers.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and safety regulations.
• Develop and maintain detailed project documentation including specifications and commissioning reports.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Client-facing communication

Education

B.Eng or M.Eng in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Siemens PLC

Rockwell Automation PLC

SCADA

HMI

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Lead Electrical Systems Integrator in Gauteng to spearhead design, implementation, and optimization of complex electrical and control systems for large-scale industrial applications. You will lead the integration of PLCs, SCADA, HMIs, and related automation components, shaping system architecture and ensuring robust, scalable solutions.

The ideal candidate has 8+ years in electrical systems integration, with strong leadership, client-facing skills, and a track record of