Hybrid Automation Electrical Engineer — PLC & Robotics

Placements24; Stellenbosch; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 in Stellenbosch, Western Cape, seeks an innovative Electrical Engineer specializing in Automation to design, implement, and optimize automated electrical systems for production lines. You will collaborate with mechanical and software engineers to develop integrated solutions that enhance efficiency, quality, and safety.

You will program PLCs (Siemens S7, TIA Portal), develop HMIs, and ensure safety standards while balancing on-site and remote work within the Stellenbosch tech hub.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Minimum 4 years in electrical engineering with a focus on industrial automation.
• Strong PLC programming skills (Siemens S7, TIA Portal) and HMIs.
• Experience with industrial networks (Profibus, Ethernet/IP) and VSD configuration.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop electrical control systems for automated machinery and production lines.
• Program and commission PLCs (Siemens S7, TIA Portal), HMIs, and robotic systems.
• Specify and select electrical components (motors, sensors, actuators, control devices).
• Develop electrical schematics and wiring diagrams using CAD software.
• Troubleshoot and resolve electrical and automation issues in existing and new systems.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate electrical and automation solutions.
• Ensure designs/installations comply with industry standards and safety regulations.

Skills

PLC programming

HMI development

Industrial automation

Electrical CAD

Siemens S7

TIA Portal

Profibus/Ethernet/IP

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

EPLAN

AutoCAD Electrical

TIA Portal

Siemens S7

Job description

Placements24 in Stellenbosch, Western Cape, seeks an innovative Electrical Engineer specializing in Automation to design, implement, and optimize automated electrical systems for production lines. You will collaborate with mechanical and software engineers to develop integrated solutions that enhance efficiency, quality, and safety.

You will program PLCs (Siemens S7, TIA Portal), develop HMIs, and ensure safety standards while balancing on-site and remote work within the Stellenbosch tech hub.