Hybrid Automation & Controls Engineer | PLC/SCADA Expert

Placements24; South Africa; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Professional development

Travel allowances

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an Automation & Control Systems Engineer to join a leader in advanced manufacturing in Pretoria, Gauteng. You will design, implement, and maintain PLC, SCADA, and HMI systems for automated production lines and industrial processes.

The role blends hands-on client work with office-based design and development, offering opportunities to work with robotics, networking, and safety-compliant automation across Gauteng.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or related field.
• 6+ years hands-on experience in industrial automation and control systems.
• Proficient in major PLC platforms (Siemens, Allen-Bradley, Mitsubishi).
• Experience with SCADA/HMI software (Wonderware, Ignition, FactoryTalk View).

Responsibilities

• Design, program, and commission PLC, SCADA, and HMI systems for industrial applications.
• Develop and maintain automation control strategies and logic.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex automation and control system issues in production.
• Integrate new technologies and equipment into existing automation infrastructure.
• Collaborate with mechanical engineers, project managers, and clients to define system requirements and specifications.
• Develop and execute test plans for control systems.
• Create and maintain detailed system documentation, including electrical schematics, network diagrams, and program backups.
• Provide technical support and training to operations and maintenance teams.
• Stay abreast of the latest advancements in automation and control technologies.
• Ensure all implemented solutions comply with safety standards and best practices in Pretoria, Gauteng.

Skills

PL C programming

SCADA & HMI

Robotics integration

Troubleshooting

Teamwork & communication

Travel willingness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering/Mechatronics

Tools

Siemens PLC

Allen-Bradley PLC

Mitsubishi PLC

Wonderware

Ignition

FactoryTalk View

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an Automation & Control Systems Engineer to join a leader in advanced manufacturing in Pretoria, Gauteng. You will design, implement, and maintain PLC, SCADA, and HMI systems for automated production lines and industrial processes.

The role blends hands-on client work with office-based design and development, offering opportunities to work with robotics, networking, and safety-compliant automation across Gauteng.