Remote ICS Engineer - PLC/SCADA & Automation Expert

Placements24; George; Hybrid; ZAR 700,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Life insurance

Retirement savings

Home office allowance

Online training

Flexible remote work

Career progression

Team building

Job summary

Placements24 seeks an experienced Remote Industrial Control Systems Engineer to design, implement, and support PLC, SCADA, and HMI systems across diverse industrial applications from a fully remote capacity.

You will configure networks (Ethernet/IP, Profibus, Modbus), develop robust control logic, and provide remote diagnostics and project collaboration with global clients. A strong background in PLC/SCADA and remote work is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Eng, Mechatronics, CS or related field.
• 5+ years in industrial control system design, programming and implementation.
• Proficiency with PLC platforms: Siemens, Rockwell/AB, Schneider Electric.
• Extensive SCADA/HMI experience: Wonderware, Ignition, WinCC.
• Strong understanding of industrial networking, cybersecurity, and data acquisition.
• Analytical, problem-solving and debugging skills.
• Ability to work independently on multiple remote projects.
• Excellent written and verbal communication for remote collaboration.
• Experience with VFDs, servo drives, and robotics integration is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement PLC, SCADA, and HMI systems for diverse industrial applications.
• Configure and maintain industrial networks and communication protocols (Ethernet/IP, Profibus, Modbus).
• Develop and test control logic, ensuring robust operation of automated processes.
• Provide remote technical support, troubleshooting, and diagnostics for installed systems.
• Collaborate with clients and internal teams to define project requirements and deliver customized solutions.
• Conduct remote system integration, commissioning, and validation activities.
• Create and maintain documentation including design specs, programming code, and user manuals.
• Stay abreast of advancements in automation tech and recommend improvements.
• Participate in virtual project meetings and provide expert technical consultation.

Skills

Remote work

Project management

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Debugging

Independent worker

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Computer Science, or related field

Tools

Siemens PLC

Rockwell/Allen-Bradley PLC

Schneider Electric PLC

Wonderware SCADA

Ignition SCADA

WinCC SCADA

Ethernet/IP

Profibus

Modbus

Job description

Placements24 seeks an experienced Remote Industrial Control Systems Engineer to design, implement, and support PLC, SCADA, and HMI systems across diverse industrial applications from a fully remote capacity.

You will configure networks (Ethernet/IP, Profibus, Modbus), develop robust control logic, and provide remote diagnostics and project collaboration with global clients. A strong background in PLC/SCADA and remote work is essential.