Mechatronic Engineer

Reunert Limited; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 620,000; Full time

Job summary

Reunert Limited in Johannesburg seeks an Automation Engineer to review processes for automation, select equipment, and program hardware and software. The role includes prototyping, testing, and documentation to support safe, compliant systems.

You will work on troubleshooting, data analysis, and continuous improvement in a manufacturing environment, collaborating with cross-functional teams. Candidates should hold a BTech/Bachelor in Mech/Electrical/Mechatronics and be proficient in LabVIEW,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or B-Tech in mechanical, electrical, or mechatronics engineering.
• Experience in automation.
• Proficient in LabVIEW and MATLAB with familiarity in control systems.

Responsibilities

• Review and identify processes for automation.
• Equipment selection based on performance, reliability, cost, and compatibility.
• Programming and control: hardware, software, and firmware.
• Prototyping and testing: build prototypes to evaluate performance and validate designs.
• Troubleshooting and maintenance: diagnose and rectify issues in automation systems.
• Documentation and reporting: document design decisions and create user manuals and specs.
• Compliance and standards: ensure designs align with safety certification bodies.

Skills

LabVIEW

MATLAB

Control systems

Automation technologies

Analytical skills

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's/BTech in Mechanical / Electrical / Mechatronics

Job description

Main Purpose

The purpose of this position is to review and identify processes requiring automation. This position reports to the Process Engineering Manager.

Duties & Responsibilities

Main Responsibilities:

• Review and identify processes for automation.
• Equipment selection based on performance, reliability, cost, and compatibility.
• Programming and Control: Hardware, software, and firmware.
• Prototyping and Testing: Build prototypes of identified processes to evaluate their performance and validate their designs by collecting data, analyzing results, and making improvements based on the findings.
• Troubleshooting and maintenance: Diagnose and rectify issues related to automation systems. Identify faults and implement corrective measures to ensure the systems operate optimally. Routine maintenance and calibration tasks may be required.
• Research and Innovation: Remain up to date with the latest technologies.
• Documentation and Reporting: Document design decisions, system configurations, and modifications made during the development process. Create technical documentation in the form of user manuals and specifications to assist maintenance and future improvements.
• Compliance and Standards: Ensure that designs and automation testing systems comply with all independent safety certification bodies.

Desired Experience & Qualification

• Bachelor's degree or B-Tech in Mechanical, Electrical, or Mechatronics Engineering.
• Experience in Automation.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in various technical areas, including software programming languages (e.g., LabVIEW, MATLAB) and familiarity with control systems and automation technologies.
• Analytical and Problem-solving Skills.
• Project Management Knowledge.
• Manufacturing experience will be advantageous.
• Ability to work well under pressure.
• Ability to work independently or in a team.