Mechatronic Engineer: Hands-On, Factory-to-Cloud

Hopscotch; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 540,000; Full time

Job summary

IBCO in Cape Town is seeking two Mechatronic Engineers to take day-to-day ownership of sites, installing hardware and commissioning equipment to keep operations reliable. You will work on-site with scanners, cameras and sensors, coordinating with outsourced software development to upgrade the system.

Ideal candidates have hands-on mechatronics or related technical background, strong fault-finding skills, and the ability to collaborate with suppliers and developers.

Qualifications

• Qualification or experience in mechatronics, electronics, industrial automation or related technical field.
• Hands-on, curious and keen to build real-world experience across hardware, connectivity and software.
• Strong technical aptitude and fault-finding ability.
• Good communication skills and a self-driven approach.

Responsibilities

• Install and commission hardware on site.
• Keep the system backend up to date and live.
• Carry out remote fixes when issues come up.
• Work with the developer to manage upgrades.
• Work with suppliers to order parts and components.
• Grow into the technical side of the business including visiting clients, product design and costings.

Skills

Mechatronics

Electronics

Industrial automation

Hardware

Coding exposure

Communication skills

Self-driven

Education

Technical qualification in mechatronics/electronics/automation

Tools

Scanners

Cameras

Sensors

Controllers

Job description

IBCO in Cape Town is seeking two Mechatronic Engineers to take day-to-day ownership of sites, installing hardware and commissioning equipment to keep operations reliable. You will work on-site with scanners, cameras and sensors, coordinating with outsourced software development to upgrade the system.

Ideal candidates have hands-on mechatronics or related technical background, strong fault-finding skills, and the ability to collaborate with suppliers and developers.