Remote Industrial Systems Engineer

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; Hybrid; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Home office setup reimbursement

Flexible working hours

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Remote Industrial Systems Engineer to join the team. This fully remote role focuses on designing, implementing, and optimizing complex industrial systems across automation, control, and information technology domains.

You will analyze requirements, develop technical specifications, and troubleshoot remotely to ensure reliable operations. The ideal candidate has 6+ years of experience in industrial systems and strong SCADA/PLC expertise, with excellent

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related technical field.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in designing, implementing, and managing industrial systems.
• Strong expertise in control systems, automation, SCADA, and PLC programming.

Responsibilities

• Design and oversee the implementation of integrated industrial systems, including automation, control, and IT.
• Analyze system performance and identify opportunities for optimization, efficiency gains, and cost reduction.
• Develop technical specifications, blueprints, and documentation for industrial systems.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex system issues remotely, ensuring minimal downtime.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external vendors to manage system upgrades and new deployments.
• Ensure adherence to industry standards, safety regulations, and best practices in system design and operation.

Skills

Remote collaboration

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Team coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering / Electrical Engineering or related

Tools

SCADA

PLC programming

Control systems

System modeling & simulation tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced Remote Industrial Systems Engineer to join their team, contributing to the design, implementation, and optimization of complex industrial systems. This is a fully remote position, offering significant flexibility. You will be responsible for analyzing system requirements, developing innovative solutions, and ensuring the efficient and reliable operation of industrial infrastructure. This role is ideal for a self-motivated engineer who excels in a remote work environment and has a deep understanding of industrial systems, control logic, and operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and oversee the implementation of integrated industrial systems , including automation, control, and information technology.
• Analyze system performance and identify opportunities for optimization, efficiency gains, and cost reduction.
• Develop technical specifications, blueprints, and documentation for industrial systems.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex system issues remotely, ensuring minimal downtime.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external vendors to manage system upgrades and new deployments.
• Ensure adherence to industry standards, safety regulations, and best practices in system design and operation.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering , Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in designing, implementing, and managing industrial systems .
• Strong expertise in control systems , automation, SCADA, and PLC programming.
• Proficiency in system modeling and simulation tools.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills for remote collaboration.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects in a distributed team environment.

Benefits

• Highly competitive remote salary and annual bonus structure.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance benefits.
• Flexible working hours and the autonomy to work from anywhere.
• Reimbursement for home office setup and technology.
• Opportunities for advanced training and career development in a global context.