Industrial Controls Engineer

Placements24; Benoni; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Retirement savings plan with employer

Paid time off

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an Industrial Controls Engineer for a prominent industrial manufacturing firm in Benoni to design, implement, and optimize automated control systems using PLCs, HMIs, and SCADA to improve production efficiency.

The role involves integrating control systems with new and existing machinery, collaborating with mechanical engineers and production teams, and producing comprehensive technical documentation and operating manuals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics or related field.
• Minimum of 6 years in industrial controls engineering and automation.
• Proficiency in programming major PLC platforms (Siemens, Rockwell/Allen-Bradley) and HMI software.
• Strong understanding of electrical schematics, industrial networks, and instrumentation.
• Experience with SCADA system implementation and configuration.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities and systematic troubleshooting in Benoni.

Responsibilities

• Design, program, and troubleshoot PLC and HMI systems for automated manufacturing processes.
• Develop and implement SCADA systems for monitoring, data acquisition, and process control.
• Specify and select industrial control hardware, including sensors, actuators, drives, and instrumentation.
• Collaborate with mechanical engineers and production teams to integrate control systems into new and existing machinery.
• Develop and maintain technical documentation, including control system diagrams, code, and operating manuals.
• Ensure all control systems comply with safety standards, industry best practices, and environmental regulations.

Skills

PLC programming

HMI programming

SCADA systems

Electrical schematics

Instrumentation knowledge

Troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Mechatronics

Tools

Siemens PLC

Rockwell/Allen-Bradley

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a prominent industrial manufacturing firm, is seeking a talented Industrial Controls Engineer to enhance their operational efficiency in Benoni . This role is central to the design, implementation, and optimization of automated control systems for manufacturing processes. You will work with Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs), Human-Machine Interfaces (HMIs), and Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) systems to ensure seamless, reliable, and safe production. The ideal candidate has a strong background in automation, electrical engineering, and a passion for driving innovation in industrial settings.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, program, and troubleshoot PLC and HMI systems for automated manufacturing processes.
• Develop and implement SCADA systems for monitoring, data acquisition, and process control.
• Specify and select industrial control hardware, including sensors, actuators, drives, and instrumentation.
• Collaborate with mechanical engineers and production teams to integrate control systems into new and existing machinery.
• Develop and maintain technical documentation, including control system diagrams, code, and operating manuals.
• Ensure all control systems comply with safety standards, industry best practices, and environmental regulations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related field.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in industrial controls engineering and automation.
• Proficiency in programming major PLC platforms (e.g., Siemens, Rockwell/Allen-Bradley) and HMI software.
• Strong understanding of electrical schematics, industrial networks, and instrumentation.
• Experience with SCADA system implementation and configuration.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities and a systematic approach to troubleshooting complex systems in Benoni .

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous retirement savings plan with employer matching.
• Paid time off, including annual leave and sick days.
• Opportunities for professional development, certifications, and attending industry conferences.