Remote Lead Control Systems Engineer: Industrial Automation

Placements24

Vereeniging

Hybrid

ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000

Full time

10 days ago

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Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Lead Control Systems Engineer to spearhead industrial automation initiatives in a fully remote role. You will design, implement, and maintain sophisticated control systems for diverse processes, with a focus on energy. Lead a remote team of engineers and guide technical direction.

The role emphasizes mentoring, system integration, and delivering reliable automation solutions for clients in a remote capacity.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering or related field.
Minimum of 10 years of experience in control systems engineering and industrial automation.
Extensive experience with PLC programming (Siemens, Rockwell), SCADA, and HMI development.
Strong knowledge of process control theory and automation technologies.
Experience leading engineering teams and managing project deliverables in a remote capacity.

Responsibilities

Lead design, development, and implementation of control systems (PLC, SCADA, DCS) for industrial applications.
Develop and maintain system architecture, software code, and hardware configurations for automated processes.
Oversee the testing, commissioning, and troubleshooting of control systems to ensure optimal performance and reliability.
Provide technical leadership and mentorship to a team of control systems engineers working remotely.
Collaborate with clients and project teams to define system requirements and deliver tailored automation solutions.
Ensure compliance with industry standards and safety regulations in all control system designs.