Remote Senior Process Automation Engineer

Placements24; Randburg; Hybrid; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Annual bonus

Global health insurance

Home office allowance

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Senior Process Automation Engineer to join our fully remote team. You will design, implement, and maintain automation systems for chemical manufacturing using DCS/PLC, SCADA, and data integration to boost safety and efficiency.

Collaborating with global engineers and operators, you will drive upgrades, ensure cybersecurity compliance, and lead projects from concept to commissioning.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in process automation engineering within the chemical industry.
• Proficiency with major DCS/PLC platforms (e.g., Siemens, Rockwell, Honeywell).
• Strong understanding of control theory, instrumentation, and SCADA systems.
• Experience with scripting languages and data analysis tools is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design and configure advanced process control systems (DCS/PLC) for chemical plants.
• Develop and maintain automation software, including PLC programming, HMI development, and SCADA systems.
• Implement data acquisition and analysis solutions to monitor process performance and identify improvement opportunities.
• Collaborate with engineers and operators globally to troubleshoot automation issues and implement solutions.
• Ensure automation systems comply with safety standards and cybersecurity best practices.
• Lead projects for the integration of new automation technologies and upgrades to existing systems.

Skills

Control systems

PLC programming

Data integration

SCADA/HMI

Remote collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or Electrical Engineering

Tools

Siemens

Rockwell

Honeywell

SCADA

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced Senior Process Automation Engineer to join their fully remote team. This role is pivotal in designing, implementing, and maintaining sophisticated automation systems that optimize our chemical manufacturing processes. You will leverage your expertise in control systems, PLC programming, and data integration to enhance efficiency, reliability, and safety across our operations. The ideal candidate is a self-starter, highly proficient in automation technologies, and adept at collaborating remotely with cross-functional teams to drive innovation and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and configure advanced process control systems (DCS/PLC) for chemical plants.
• Develop and maintain automation software, including PLC programming, HMI development, and SCADA systems.
• Implement data acquisition and analysis solutions to monitor process performance and identify improvement opportunities.
• Collaborate with engineers and operators globally to troubleshoot automation issues and implement solutions.
• Ensure automation systems comply with safety standards and cybersecurity best practices.
• Lead projects for the integration of new automation technologies and upgrades to existing systems.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering , Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in process automation engineering within the chemical industry.
• Proficiency with major DCS/PLC platforms (e.g., Siemens, Rockwell, Honeywell).
• Strong understanding of control theory, instrumentation, and SCADA systems .
• Experience with scripting languages and data analysis tools is a plus.
• Excellent remote communication, collaboration, and project management skills.

Benefits

• Highly competitive remote salary and annual bonus.
• Comprehensive global health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous allowance for home office setup and professional development.
• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge automation projects without geographical constraints.
• A flexible and forward-thinking remote work culture.