Lead Automation Engineer: PLC, Robotics & SCADA

Placements24; Klerksdorp; Sur place; ZAR 900 000 - 1 200 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Competitive salary

Medical aid

Provident fund

Performance-based incentives

Résumé du poste

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Automation Engineer in Klerksdorp, North West, to lead the design, implementation, and optimization of automated production systems in a high-volume manufacturing environment.

You will direct PLC programming, HMI/SCADA development, and robotics integration while mentoring junior engineers and collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive efficiency and quality improvements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
• 7+ years hands-on experience in industrial automation with emphasis on PLC programming (Siemens/Allen-Bradley).
• Proven experience with HMI/SCADA development and integration.
• Proficiency in robotics programming and integration (ABB/KUKA/Fanuc).
• Strong understanding of industrial networking, Profinet/EtherNet/IP, and cybersecurity.
• Demonstrated leadership and project management capabilities.

Responsabilités

• Lead the design, development, and implementation of automation solutions for manufacturing processes (PLC, HMI, SCADA).
• Select automation hardware/software components for optimal performance.
• Develop and test complex control logic for automated machinery.
• Troubleshoot intricate automation issues and identify root causes.
• Oversee installation, commissioning, and integration of new automation equipment.
• Collaborate with production, maintenance, and quality assurance teams.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers and technicians.
• Ensure projects meet industry standards, safety regs, and company best practices.

Connaissances

PLC programming

HMI/SCADA

Robotics programming

Industrial networking

Cybersecurity basics

Leadership

Project management

Communication

Formation

Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Mechatronics/Computer Eng.

Outils

Siemens PLC

Allen-Bradley PLC

ABB robotics

KUKA robotics

Fanuc robotics

Description du poste

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Automation Engineer in Klerksdorp, North West, to lead the design, implementation, and optimization of automated production systems in a high-volume manufacturing environment.

You will direct PLC programming, HMI/SCADA development, and robotics integration while mentoring junior engineers and collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive efficiency and quality improvements.