Hybrid Industrial Automation Electrical Engineer

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); Hybrid; ZAR 700,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Professional development

Hybrid work model

Job summary

Placements24 seeks an experienced Automation Electrical Engineer to join our client’s team in Nelspruit, Mpumalanga. The role focuses on the design, implementation, and maintenance of electrical control systems for automated production processes.

You will optimize plant efficiency, ensure system reliability, and contribute to advanced automation projects. The position offers a hybrid work setup with on-site presence required at the Nelspruit facility and remote work for select tasks.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years' experience in electrical engineering with a focus on industrial automation.
• Proven experience programming and troubleshooting PLCs and HMIs (Siemens S7, TIA Portal, Rockwell).
• Proficiency in electrical CAD software for schematic design.
• Solid understanding of industrial communication protocols, motors, and power distribution.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement electrical control systems for industrial automation (PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, robotics).
• Create and maintain electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and panel layouts using CAD software.
• Program and troubleshoot PLC logic and HMI interfaces.
• Oversee integration of electrical components into automated systems.
• Perform root cause analysis and resolve automation issues in production machinery.
• Collaborate with mechanical engineers and production staff to achieve project goals.
• Conduct risk assessments and ensure installations comply with safety standards.
• Oversee commissioning of new systems and modifications to existing ones.
• Provide technical support and training to maintenance personnel.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Mechatronics

Tools

Siemens S7/TIA Portal

Rockwell ControlLogix/CompactLogix

HMI programming

Electrical CAD software

Job description

Placements24 seeks an experienced Automation Electrical Engineer to join our client’s team in Nelspruit, Mpumalanga. The role focuses on the design, implementation, and maintenance of electrical control systems for automated production processes.

You will optimize plant efficiency, ensure system reliability, and contribute to advanced automation projects. The position offers a hybrid work setup with on-site presence required at the Nelspruit facility and remote work for select tasks.