Principal Automation Engineer – Stellenbosch | Global Forums

Placements24; Stellenbosch; Hybrid; ZAR 2.000.000 - 2.800.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

premium health coverage

significant retirement fund

performance-based incentives

advanced training

certifications

attendance at global industry forums

Zusammenfassung

Placements24 seeks a Principal Industrial Automation Engineer to lead design, development, and implementation of advanced automation across production lifecycles in Stellenbosch, Western Cape, ZA. You will drive efficiency, quality, and cost reductions through intelligent automation.

The role requires 10+ years in industrial automation, expertise with PLCs (Siemens S7, Allen-Bradley ControlLogix), SCADA, MES, and BI/data analytics, plus leadership capabilities in a high-volume setting.

Qualifikationen

• Requires a Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in industrial automation with leadership focus.
• Deep knowledge of PLC platforms, SCADA, HMI, robotics, MES, and data analytics.

Aufgaben

• Lead design and implementation of advanced automation systems for complex manufacturing processes.
• Develop roadmaps for automation technology adoption aligned with business objectives.
• Oversee integration of PLCs, HMIs, robotics, and control systems.
• Conduct assessments to identify modernization opportunities in automation infrastructure.
• Manage automation projects from concept to commissioning within budget and schedule.
• Develop control strategies and algorithms to optimize throughput and consistency.
• Implement data acquisition systems for real-time monitoring and analysis.
• Ensure safety, security, and reliability standards across solutions.
• Mentor automation engineers and technicians, guiding professional development.
• Collaborate with engineering, operations, and IT for seamless integration.

Kenntnisse

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Problem solving

Stakeholder management

Project management

Ausbildung

Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or related

Tools

Siemens S7

Allen-Bradley ControlLogix

SCADA systems

HMI development

MES

IIoT

Jobbeschreibung

Placements24 seeks a Principal Industrial Automation Engineer to lead design, development, and implementation of advanced automation across production lifecycles in Stellenbosch, Western Cape, ZA. You will drive efficiency, quality, and cost reductions through intelligent automation.

The role requires 10+ years in industrial automation, expertise with PLCs (Siemens S7, Allen-Bradley ControlLogix), SCADA, MES, and BI/data analytics, plus leadership capabilities in a high-volume setting.