Remote Automation Engineer — PLC/SCADA & Robotics Expert

Placements24; Vereeniging; Hybrid; ZAR 800,000 - 1,600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement plan

Remote-friendly

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly skilled Remote Automation Engineer to join a distributed team. The role focuses on design, development, implementation and support of automated systems for diverse clients, with emphasis on PLCs, SCADA, robotics, and remote delivery.

You will collaborate with clients and internal teams through video conferencing and digital tools, troubleshoot remotely, develop test plans, and contribute to ongoing improvements in automation technology.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Computer Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years in industrial automation engineering.
• Proficiency with PLC programming for Siemens, Allen-Bradley, Omron.
• Experience with SCADA/HMI platforms.
• Knowledge of Ethernet/IP, Profinet, Modbus.
• Ability to design and implement complex automation solutions.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills.
• Experience with robotics programming is a plus.
• Familiarity with simulation tools.

Responsibilities

• Design, program, and troubleshoot PLC, HMI, and SCADA systems for various industrial applications.
• Develop and implement robotic solutions, including path programming and integration.
• Design and specify control system hardware and network architectures.
• Conduct remote system diagnostics, commissioning, and validation.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive technical documentation, including design specifications, program backups, and user manuals.
• Collaborate with clients via video conferencing and digital communication tools to define project requirements and provide updates.
• Work closely with project managers and other engineers to ensure timely project completion.
• Provide remote technical support and troubleshooting assistance to clients.
• Stay abreast of the latest advancements in automation technology and industry best practices.
• Develop and execute test plans for automation systems.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of internal engineering processes and standards.

Skills

PLC programming

SCADA/HMI

Robotics programming

Industrial networking

Remote work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Mechatronics or related field

Tools

Siemens PLC

Allen-Bradley PLC

Omron PLC

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a highly skilled Remote Automation Engineer to join a distributed team. The role focuses on design, development, implementation and support of automated systems for diverse clients, with emphasis on PLCs, SCADA, robotics, and remote delivery.

You will collaborate with clients and internal teams through video conferencing and digital tools, troubleshoot remotely, develop test plans, and contribute to ongoing improvements in automation technology.