Remote Automation Engineer — PLC, Robotics & SCADA
Placements24
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Job summary
Placements24 in South Africa seeks an innovative Automation Engineer to join a remote-first team. You will design, implement and maintain automated systems that boost manufacturing efficiency and product quality, with a focus on PLC programming, robotics, and industrial control.
This role operates mainly remotely, collaborating across engineering and production to deliver scalable automation solutions. You should hold a Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering or Mechatronics, have at least four
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics or related field.
- Minimum of 4 years in industrial automation engineering.
- Proficiency with PLC programming (Siemens/Allen-Bradley) and robotics.
Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and program PLC systems, HMI interfaces, and robotic cells.
- Implement and optimize automated manufacturing processes for throughput and cost reduction.
- Provide remote technical support and troubleshooting for automation equipment.
- Collaborate with engineering and production to define automation requirements.
- Conduct feasibility studies and evaluate new automation technologies.
- Ensure reliability, safety, and efficiency of automated systems.
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Job description
Placements24 in South Africa seeks an innovative Automation Engineer to join a remote-first team. You will design, implement and maintain automated systems that boost manufacturing efficiency and product quality, with a focus on PLC programming, robotics, and industrial control.
This role operates mainly remotely, collaborating across engineering and production to deliver scalable automation solutions. You should hold a Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering or Mechatronics, have at least four
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