Remote Senior Control Systems Engineer - Energy Automation

Placements24; Benoni; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Global projects

Health insurance

Learning & development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Remote Senior Control Systems Engineer to design, implement, and support advanced control systems for energy projects. You will work on PLC/DCS programming, HMI/SCADA development, and remote troubleshooting to ensure reliability and safety across international projects.

The ideal candidate has 8+ years in energy-oriented control systems, strong PLC/DCS platform experience, and solid cybersecurity knowledge for industrial networks.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical or related field required.
• 8+ years in control systems engineering with energy focus.
• Proficiency with major PLC/DCS platforms (Siemens, Rockwell, Honeywell, Emerson).
• Strong SCADA, Modbus, DNP3, and cybersecurity knowledge.
• Experience with industrial networks and remote work.

Responsibilities

• Design, configure, and program PLCs and DCS for energy applications.
• Develop HMI and SCADA systems.
• Implement and troubleshoot control strategies to optimize plant performance.
• Perform system integration, testing, and commissioning, often remotely.
• Develop and maintain system documentation (narratives, logic diagrams, P&IDs).
• Provide technical support and remote troubleshooting for installed systems.

Skills

PLCs & DCS programming

SCADA systems

HMI development

Remote troubleshooting

Cybersecurity principles

Industrial networks

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Siemens

Rockwell

Honeywell

Emerson

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading provider of automation solutions for the energy sector , is seeking a Remote Senior Control Systems Engineer . This position is fully remote, allowing you to contribute to cutting‑edge projects from anywhere. You will be responsible for the design, implementation, and support of sophisticated control systems used in power generation, transmission, and distribution. Your expertise will be critical in ensuring the reliability, efficiency, and safety of complex energy operations through advanced automation. This role offers the chance to work on challenging international projects and shape the future of energy grid management with a focus on innovation and remote collaboration.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, configure, and program Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) and Distributed Control Systems (DCS) for energy applications.
• Develop Human-Machine Interface (HMI) and Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) systems.
• Implement and troubleshoot control strategies to optimize plant performance and ensure operational stability.
• Perform system integration, testing, and commissioning of control systems, often remotely.
• Develop and maintain system documentation, including control narratives, logic diagrams, and P&IDs.
• Provide technical support and remote troubleshooting for installed control systems.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in control systems engineering, with a focus on the power industry or energy infrastructure.
• Proficiency with major PLC/DCS platforms (e.g., Siemens, Rockwell, Honeywell, Emerson).
• Strong understanding of SCADA systems, communication protocols (e.g., Modbus, DNP3), and cybersecurity principles.
• Experience with industrial networks and automation technologies.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and remote communication skills.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and performance-driven bonuses.
• Fully remote work arrangement with global project access.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Opportunities for continuous learning and professional development in automation.
• Engaging work on critical infrastructure projects within the evolving energy industry .