Mechatronics Automation Engineer - Uptime & Controls

G-Core Capital; KwaZulu-Natal; On-site; ZAR 350,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

G-Core Capital seeks skilled engineers to drive Automation & Controls, Maintenance & Reliability, and Software & Manufacturing IT initiatives in KwaZulu-Natal. The role covers PLC programming, robot integration, machine automation, panel wiring, and continuous improvement projects across manufacturing lines.

The ideal candidate has 3-5 years in PLC and software/electronic development, plus a relevant degree in Mechatronics, Electrical, Electronic or Automation Engineering.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years experience in PLC and computer programming environment
• 1-2 years software/electronic development experience
• BSc/BEng/BTech degree in Mechatronics, Electrical, Electronic or Automation Engineering

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement automation and control projects
• Maintain machine uptime and reliability across production lines
• Troubleshoot and fault-find automation equipment
• Manage mechatronics spares and maintenance planning
• Support across manufacturing IT and software initiatives

Skills

PLC programming RSLogix 500/ RSLogix 5

Robot programming Fanuc/Yaskawa/Denso

Machine automation & controls

Industrial software programming

Manufacturing IT infra & database

Education

BSc/BEng/BTech in Mechatronics/Electrical/Electronic/Automation

Job description

G-Core Capital seeks skilled engineers to drive Automation & Controls, Maintenance & Reliability, and Software & Manufacturing IT initiatives in KwaZulu-Natal. The role covers PLC programming, robot integration, machine automation, panel wiring, and continuous improvement projects across manufacturing lines.

The ideal candidate has 3-5 years in PLC and software/electronic development, plus a relevant degree in Mechatronics, Electrical, Electronic or Automation Engineering.