Industrial Automation Engineer - PLC/SCADA Innovator
Placements24
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Job summary
Placements24 in Gauteng's industrial heartland Soweto invites an Industrial Automation Engineer to design, implement, and maintain automated systems that boost production efficiency, safety, and reliability. You will work hands-on with cutting-edge technologies and troubleshoot electromechanical systems.
The role offers opportunities for technical growth within a manufacturing environment, collaboration with engineering and production teams, and further development in automation while ensuring
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Mechatronics.
- 3–5 years of experience in industrial automation or control systems engineering.
- Proficiency in programming PLC platforms (Siemens, Allen-Bradley) and HMI development.
Responsibilities
- Design, program, and commission industrial control systems (PLCs, HMIs, SCADA).
- Develop and implement automation strategies to improve throughput and quality.
- Troubleshoot and repair automated machinery and production lines.
- Conduct preventive maintenance to minimize downtime.
- Collaborate with engineering and production teams on automation projects and upgrades.
- Ensure automation systems comply with safety standards and regulations.
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Job description
Placements24 in Gauteng's industrial heartland Soweto invites an Industrial Automation Engineer to design, implement, and maintain automated systems that boost production efficiency, safety, and reliability. You will work hands-on with cutting-edge technologies and troubleshoot electromechanical systems.
The role offers opportunities for technical growth within a manufacturing environment, collaboration with engineering and production teams, and further development in automation while ensuring
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