Remote Grid Control Systems Engineer

Placements24; Durban; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid

Provident fund

Life insurance

Online training

Certifications

Virtual industry conferences

Remote team culture

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a talented Remote Control Systems Engineer for Energy Grid operations in South Africa. You will design, implement, and maintain SCADA/PLC-based control systems, ensuring stable, secure remote monitoring of the national grid from your home office.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in industrial control, with ladder logic expertise and knowledge of IEC 61850/Modbus. This remote role offers competitive compensation and robust benefits while working with a dispersed team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering or related discipline.
• 5+ years of experience with SCADA, HMI, and PLC systems.
• Proficiency in Ladder Logic and Structured Text.
• Knowledge of Modbus, DNP3, IEC 61850 protocols.
• Remote diagnosis and independent work capability.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement SCADA and control systems for grid monitoring and management.
• Configure and program PLCs and RTUs for grid control applications.
• Establish and maintain secure network communication for remote data acquisition and control.
• Develop testing procedures for new and existing systems.
• Monitor performance, troubleshoot remotely, and implement corrective actions.
• Create and maintain system documents including network diagrams and P&IDs.
• Collaborate with field technicians and other engineering disciplines via virtual channels.
• Participate in on-call rotation for emergency support of critical grid operations.
• Research and recommend new technologies to enhance grid control and automation.
• Ensure compliance with safety and cybersecurity standards for critical infrastructure.

Skills

SCADA

PLC programming

HMI

Network security

Remote troubleshooting

Remote collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related

Tools

Modbus

DNP3

IEC 61850

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a talented Remote Control Systems Engineer for Energy Grid operations in South Africa. You will design, implement, and maintain SCADA/PLC-based control systems, ensuring stable, secure remote monitoring of the national grid from your home office.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in industrial control, with ladder logic expertise and knowledge of IEC 61850/Modbus. This remote role offers competitive compensation and robust benefits while working with a dispersed team.