On‑Site Industrial Automation Engineer — Field Service Pro

Placements24

Upington

On-site

ZAR 350,000 - 550,000

Full time

19 hours ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle
Travel allowances
Per diem rates
Ongoing training

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Field Service Engineer to deliver on-site technical support, installation, maintenance, and repair of sophisticated industrial automation systems in Upington, Northern Cape, ZA and surrounding areas. The role requires extensive travel, diagnosing complex issues, and providing excellent customer service.

Candidates should have a technical degree, 3-5 years field service experience, and proficiency with PLC/HMI platforms.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor-level technical degree or diploma in Electrical, Mechatronics, Industrial Automation or a related field.
  • 3-5 years field service experience in industrial automation or control systems.
  • Strong PLC/HMI troubleshooting and programming skills.

Responsibilities

  • Install, configure, and commission industrial automation systems on customer sites.
  • Perform preventive maintenance to ensure optimal performance.
  • Diagnose and fix complex mechanical, electrical, software, and network issues in the field.
  • Provide timely on-site repairs and replacements ensuring high-quality workmanship.
  • Travel to customer facilities and support client teams as needed.
  • Create clear service reports and document work performed and parts used.

Skills

PLC programming
HMI software
Diagnostics
Customer service

Education

Bachelor's degree or diploma in Electrical/Mechatronics/Industrial Automation

Tools

Siemens PLC
Rockwell PLC

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Field Service Engineer to deliver on-site technical support, installation, maintenance, and repair of sophisticated industrial automation systems in Upington, Northern Cape, ZA and surrounding areas. The role requires extensive travel, diagnosing complex issues, and providing excellent customer service.

Candidates should have a technical degree, 3-5 years field service experience, and proficiency with PLC/HMI platforms.

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