Lead Remote Principal Control Systems Engineer

Placements24; Durban; Hybrid; ZAR 1.200.000 - 2.400.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Salary commensurate with seniority

Health and retirement benefits

Generous paid time off

Home office stipend

Zusammenfassung

Placements24 is seeking a Principal Control Systems Engineer for its remote engineering division. This senior role leads the design, development, and implementation of complex industrial control systems, defines architectures, and ensures reliable automation for clients globally.

You will mentor junior engineers, collaborate with cross-functional teams, specify hardware and develop PLC/SCADA/HMI configurations, and stay ahead of industry trends to deliver scalable, future-proof solutions.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor's or Master's in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or Computer Engineering required.
• 10+ years in control systems engineering with a focus on industrial automation.
• Expert proficiency with major PLC platforms and SCADA/HMI development.

Aufgaben

• Lead design, development, and implementation of advanced control systems for industrial applications.
• Architect control systems ensuring scalability, reliability, and maintainability.
• Specify and select hardware including controllers, sensors, actuators, and networking equipment.
• Develop PLC logic, SCADA configurations, and HMI interfaces for automation platforms.
• Develop and manage project timelines, budgets, and resources for control projects.
• Mentor and guide junior engineers in a remote setting.

Kenntnisse

Leadership

Remote collaboration

Analytical thinking

Project management

Team mentoring

Ausbildung

Bachelor's or Master's in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Computer Engineering

Tools

Siemens PLC

Rockwell PLC

ABB PLC

SCADA

HMI

Modbus

Profibus

EtherNet/IP

Jobbeschreibung

Placements24 is seeking a Principal Control Systems Engineer for its remote engineering division. This senior role leads the design, development, and implementation of complex industrial control systems, defines architectures, and ensures reliable automation for clients globally.

You will mentor junior engineers, collaborate with cross-functional teams, specify hardware and develop PLC/SCADA/HMI configurations, and stay ahead of industry trends to deliver scalable, future-proof solutions.