Industrial Automation Engineer — PLCs & Robotics Specialist

Placements24

Pretoria

On-site

ZAR 700,000 - 950,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary & bonuses

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

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Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly skilled Industrial Automation Engineer to enhance production capabilities in Pretoria. You will design, implement, and maintain automated systems to drive efficiency, precision, and safety in industrial operations.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's in Electrical/Mechatronics/Industrial Engineering, at least five years in automation, PLC/HMI/SCADA, and robotics integration with Siemens, Allen‑Bradley, KUKA, FANUC or ABB.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
Minimum 5 years of experience in industrial automation and control systems engineering.
Proficiency in programming PLC platforms (Siemens, Allen-Bradley) and HMI development; robotics integration experience.

Responsibilities

Design, program, and implement PLCs, HMIs, and SCADA systems.
Develop and integrate robotic systems for manufacturing processes.
Perform root cause analysis for automation system failures and implement corrective actions.
Collaborate with the engineering team to troubleshoot automation challenges and optimize system performance.
Ensure compliance with safety regulations and industry standards for automated systems.
Stay abreast of new automation technologies and recommend upgrades or modifications.