Industrial Automation & Instrumentation Engineer - On-Site

Placements24; Klerksdorp; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remuneration

Medical aid and retirement fund

Training and growth opportunities

Job summary

Placements24's client in Klerksdorp is seeking an Automation & Instrumentation Engineer to design, implement and maintain industrial automation and instrumentation systems for key plants. The role focuses on safe, reliable operation of automated processes through PLC/DCS/SCADA work and robust instrumentation.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Mechatronics, 5+ years in automation, and hands-on experience with Siemens S7 and Allen‑Bradley, HMI/SCADA, sensors,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Mechatronics.
• 5+ years in industrial automation and instrumentation.
• Experience with PLC/DCS/SCADA systems and instrumentation devices.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain automation and instrumentation systems (PLC, DCS, SCADA, VFDs).
• Calibrate and troubleshoot pressure transmitters, flow meters, temp sensors, and level sensors.
• Develop PLC logic, HMI screens, and network configurations; maintain documentation.

Skills

PLC/SCADA knowledge

HMI/SCADA

Instrumentation sensors

Electrical safety

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Mechatronics

Tools

Siemens S7

Allen-Bradley

Job description

Placements24's client in Klerksdorp is seeking an Automation & Instrumentation Engineer to design, implement and maintain industrial automation and instrumentation systems for key plants. The role focuses on safe, reliable operation of automated processes through PLC/DCS/SCADA work and robust instrumentation.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Mechatronics, 5+ years in automation, and hands-on experience with Siemens S7 and Allen‑Bradley, HMI/SCADA, sensors,