Plant Automation Engineer: PLC, Robotics & HMI Expert

Placements24; Randburg; On-site; ZAR 550,000 - 750,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Pension fund

Training opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an Automation Specialist in Randburg, Gauteng to design, implement, and maintain automated systems across the plant. You will work with PLCs, HMIs, robotics, and SCADA to drive efficiency and reliability.

The role requires strong technical aptitude, 4+ years in industrial automation, and a commitment to safety and continuous improvement. On-site position with competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical Engineering or Mechatronics.
• Experience in industrial automation and control systems.

Responsibilities

• Design, program, and commission PLC systems for manufacturing processes.
• Develop and maintain HMI screens for operator control and monitoring.
• Integrate and troubleshoot industrial robots and automated machinery.
• Perform root cause analysis to minimize downtime.
• Implement and update control system software and firmware.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards for automation systems.
• Collaborate with engineering and production to identify automation opportunities.
• Create technical documentation including electrical schematics.

Skills

PLC programming

HMI development

SCADA systems

Industrial networks

Robotics integration

Electrical drawings

Troubleshooting

Education

Electrical Engineering or Mechatronics degree

Tools

Siemens PLC

Rockwell/Allen-Bradley

HMI software

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an Automation Specialist in Randburg, Gauteng to design, implement, and maintain automated systems across the plant. You will work with PLCs, HMIs, robotics, and SCADA to drive efficiency and reliability.

The role requires strong technical aptitude, 4+ years in industrial automation, and a commitment to safety and continuous improvement. On-site position with competitive benefits.