Instrumentation & Control Engineer

Placements24; Free State; Híbrido; ZAR 900.000 - 1.300.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Medical aid

Provident fund

Annual performance bonuses

Laptop and mobile phone

Pension fund

Professional development

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 is seeking an Instrumentation & Control Engineer to join their Upington operations. You will design, implement, calibrate, and maintain instrumentation and control systems across industrial processes, ensuring safe, efficient operation.

The role requires experience with DCS/PLC, P&IDs, SIS concepts, and involvement in HAZOP; hybrid work, travel to site, and collaboration with operations and maintenance teams.

Formación

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Chemical, or Mechanical engineering with control systems specialization (required).
• 4–6 years in instrumentation and control engineering in an industrial setting (mining, chemical, power).
• Strong knowledge of PID control and process control principles.
• Experience with DCS/PLC programming (Honeywell, Emerson, Siemens/AB).
• Ability to read P&IDs, loop diagrams, and electrical schematics.

Responsabilidades

• Design, specify and select instrumentation for measuring process variables (flow, pressure, temperature, level).
• Develop and maintain control strategies using DCS/PLC/SCADA systems.
• Calibrate instrumentation and troubleshoot control system failures.
• Create logic for control loops and SIS; participate in HAZOP studies.
• Prepare and update P&IDs, loop diagrams, and safety requirements.

Conocimientos

Process control theory

Analytical skills

Teamwork

Travel willingness

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering with control systems

Herramientas

Honeywell Experion

Emerson DeltaV

Siemens PLC

Allen-Bradley PLC

P&IDs

Descripción del empleo

About the Role

Our client, a prominent player in the process industries, is seeking a skilled Instrumentation & Control Engineer to join their team. This role, based in Upington, Northern Cape , operates on a hybrid model, offering a balance between essential site-based work and remote responsibilities. You will be responsible for the design, implementation, calibration, and maintenance of instrumentation and control systems across various industrial processes. Your expertise will be crucial in ensuring the safe, efficient, and reliable operation of plant equipment through precise measurement and control. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of process control theory, instrumentation hardware, and control system software (DCS/PLC). You will work closely with operations, maintenance, and engineering teams to optimize process performance and troubleshoot control system issues. We are looking for a proactive problem-solver with excellent analytical skills and a commitment to safety and operational excellence. This position offers the opportunity to work on challenging projects within a critical industrial sector, contributing directly to the efficiency and output of our client’s operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, specify, and select instrumentation for measuring process variables such as flow, pressure, temperature, and level.
• Develop and maintain control strategies using DCS, PLC, and SCADA systems.
• Configure and calibrate various types of instrumentation, ensuring accuracy and reliability.
• Troubleshoot and repair instrumentation and control system failures.
• Develop and implement logic for control loops and safety instrumented systems (SIS).
• Create and update P&IDs (Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams), loop diagrams, and cause & effect matrices.
• Collaborate with operations and maintenance teams to optimize process control and minimize downtime.
• Ensure all instrumentation and control systems comply with relevant industry standards and safety regulations (e.g., IEC 61511).
• Participate in HAZOP studies and provide input on safety instrumented systems.
• Manage instrumentation-related projects and modifications.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or Mechanical Engineering with a specialization in control systems.
• Minimum of 4-6 years of experience in instrumentation and control engineering within an industrial setting (e.g., mining, chemical, power generation).
• Strong knowledge of process control principles, including PID control.
• Experience with DCS (e.g., Honeywell Experion, Emerson DeltaV) and PLC programming (e.g., Siemens, Allen-Bradley).
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting P&IDs, loop diagrams, and electrical schematics.
• Experience with calibration procedures and equipment.
• Knowledge of field instrumentation technologies and standards.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities, suitable for a hybrid work environment.
• Willingness to travel to site locations as required.
• Understanding of functional safety standards (e.g., IEC 61508/61511) is a significant advantage.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package based on experience and qualifications.
• Medical aid and provident fund contributions.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• Exposure to advanced process control technologies.
• Hybrid work model promoting work-life balance.
• Collaborative work environment with experienced professionals.
• Potential for career growth and advancement.
• Annual performance bonuses.
• Company-provided laptop and mobile phone.
• Contribution to pension fund.