Remote ICS Engineer: PLC/SCADA & Automation Expert

Placements24; Cape Town; Hybrid; ZAR 900.000 - 1.500.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Work from home

Competitive salary

Medical insurance

Retirement fund contribution

Professional development

Zusammenfassung

Placements24 is seeking a highly motivated Remote Industrial Control Systems Engineer to design, implement, and support advanced control systems for manufacturing clients from a home office in South Africa.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Electrical or Computer Engineering, 6+ years in industrial controls, PLC/SCADA/HMI expertise, and strong communication for remote collaboration. You will work independently on projects worldwide.

Qualifikationen

• A Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in designing, implementing, and supporting industrial control systems.
• Extensive experience with major PLC platforms (e.g., Siemens S7, Rockwell ControlLogix) and SCADA systems (e.g., Wonderware, Ignition).
• Proficiency in HMI software development (e.g., FactoryTalk View, WinCC).
• Strong understanding of industrial networking protocols (e.g., Ethernet/IP, Profibus, Modbus).
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with a keen eye for detail.
• Proven ability to work independently and manage time effectively in a remote setting.
• Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal, for effective remote collaboration.
• Demonstrated experience with a variety of industrial processes.
• Must be legally authorized to work in South Africa and comfortable with a fully remote role based out of Cape Town , Western Cape.

Aufgaben

• Design, develop, and program PLC, SCADA, and HMI systems for various industrial applications.
• Create and maintain system documentation, including control narratives, logic diagrams, and functional specifications.
• Perform remote diagnostics, troubleshooting, and debugging of industrial control systems.
• Collaborate with clients and internal project teams to define system requirements and scope.
• Develop and implement custom software solutions and algorithms to meet specific client needs.
• Conduct remote testing and commissioning of control systems prior to client deployment.
• Provide technical support and training to clients and end-users via remote communication channels.
• Stay abreast of the latest trends and technologies in industrial automation and control systems.
• Ensure all designs comply with industry standards and best practices.
• Participate in project meetings and provide regular status updates to project managers and stakeholders.

Kenntnisse

PLC/SCADA/HMI expertise

Remote work capability

Communication skills

Independent work

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Computer Engineering

Tools

Siemens S7

Rockwell ControlLogix

Wonderware

Ignition

FactoryTalk View

WinCC

Jobbeschreibung

Placements24 is seeking a highly motivated Remote Industrial Control Systems Engineer to design, implement, and support advanced control systems for manufacturing clients from a home office in South Africa.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Electrical or Computer Engineering, 6+ years in industrial controls, PLC/SCADA/HMI expertise, and strong communication for remote collaboration. You will work independently on projects worldwide.