Remote Senior Controls Engineer - PLC/SCADA & Motion

Placements24

Vereeniging

Hybrid

ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,500,000

Full time

6 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance bonuses

Flexible hours

Remote-first culture

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Controls Engineer to lead the design and implementation of advanced PLC-based control systems for diverse industrial applications. This remote role offers the chance to work on cutting-edge automation projects from anywhere, collaborating with global teams.

You will develop PLC logic, create intuitive HMI/SCADA interfaces, integrate PLCs, VFDs, sensors and robotics, and mentor junior engineers while staying ahead of industry trends in smart manufacturing.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Computer Engineering, or related field.
Minimum 8 years' progressive experience in industrial automation and controls engineering.
Extensive PLC programming and HMI/SCADA development experience with Siemens and Rockwell.

Responsibilities

Design, develop, program, and commission PLC-based control systems for industrial automation projects.
Create intuitive HMI/SCADA interfaces for monitoring and operation.
Integrate PLCs, VFDs, servos, sensors, and robots from leading manufacturers.
Develop and implement motion and process control strategies.
Perform diagnostics, troubleshooting, and performance optimization.
Collaborate with mechanical and electrical teams for seamless integration.
Create and maintain electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and system docs.
Provide remote technical support to clients and field technicians.
Stay updated with trends in industrial automation and control systems.
Mentor junior engineers and contribute to the knowledge base.