Junior Electrical Engineer - Controls Systems

Placements24

Gauteng

Hybrid

ZAR 300,000 - 420,000

Full time

8 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive starting salary

Comprehensive health insurance

Pension plan

Mentorship program

Hybrid work model

Job summary

Placements24 in Gauteng seeks a Junior Electrical Engineer with a focus on controls to join the Tembisa team. The role targets recent graduates and early-career engineers to design, program, and implement automated control solutions for industrial processes.

You will collaborate with senior engineers and gain hands-on exposure to diverse automation technologies. The position offers learning opportunities, a mentorship program, and a hybrid work arrangement with potential for growth in control

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Mechatronics.
Solid understanding of control theory and automation principles.
Familiarity with PLC programming languages (Ladder Logic, Structured Text) and HMI software.
Basic knowledge of industrial communication protocols (e.g., Modbus, Ethernet/IP).
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.

Responsibilities

Assist in the design and development of control system architectures, including PLC, HMI, and SCADA integration.
Program and configure PLCs (e.g., Siemens, Allen-Bradley) and HMIs for various industrial applications.
Perform system testing, troubleshooting, and commissioning of control systems on-site and remotely.
Develop and maintain technical documentation, including wiring diagrams, functional specifications, and user manuals.
Collaborate with mechanical and software engineers to ensure seamless integration of control solutions.
Support senior engineers in analyzing system performance and identifying areas for improvement.

Skills

PLC programming

HMI/SCADA

Electrical engineering

Mechatronics

Automation principles

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Mechatronics

Tools

Siemens PLC

Allen-Bradley PLC

HMI software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an enthusiastic Junior Electrical Engineer with a focus on controls systems to join their growing team in Tembisa . This role is ideal for a recent graduate or early-career engineer looking to gain hands‑on experience in designing, programming, and implementing automated control solutions for industrial processes. You will work closely with senior engineers to develop innovative systems that enhance efficiency and productivity. This position offers a fantastic learning opportunity within a supportive environment that encourages professional growth and exposure to diverse automation technologies.

Key Responsibilities

Assist in the design and development of control system architectures , including PLC, HMI, and SCADA integration.
Program and configure PLCs (e.g., Siemens, Allen-Bradley) and HMIs for various industrial applications.
Perform system testing , troubleshooting, and commissioning of control systems on-site and remotely.
Develop and maintain technical documentation, including wiring diagrams, functional specifications, and user manuals.
Collaborate with mechanical and software engineers to ensure seamless integration of control solutions.
Support senior engineers in analyzing system performance and identifying areas for improvement.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Mechatronics.
Solid understanding of control theory and automation principles.
Familiarity with PLC programming languages (Ladder Logic, Structured Text) and HMI software.
Basic knowledge of industrial communication protocols (e.g., Modbus, Profibus, Ethernet/IP).
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.

Benefits