Robotic & Vision Specialist

RMG Recruitment (Pty) Ltd; Kariega; On-site; ZAR 700,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Job summary

RMG Recruitment (Pty) Ltd is seeking a highly skilled Robotic & Vision Specialist to join the Production team. The role focuses on maintaining and optimizing robotic and vision systems, ensuring maximum equipment availability and driving continuous technological advancement.

The ideal candidate has extensive experience in industrial automation, especially in automotive paint shop operations, with strong PLC and vision system expertise.

Qualifications

• Degree or National Diploma in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related field.
• Certified Robot Programming and PLC training (Siemens Step 7/TIA Portal).
• 8+ years in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience in Automotive Paint Shop operations and maintenance.
• Robotic paint and sealer application equipment experience.
• Strong background in automation, robotics, machine vision, PLCs, SCADA, motion control.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and optimize robotic and vision systems for production performance.
• Troubleshoot robotic, automation, and vision issues.
• Support new technologies and automation projects.
• Provide technical training for maintenance and engineering teams.
• Manage system upgrades and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensure spare parts planning and lifecycle management.
• Develop technical specifications and business cases for investments.
• Support breakdowns with standby duties.

Skills

Industrial Robotics

Machine Vision

PLC Programming

Siemens Step7

TIA Portal

Root Cause Analysis

Project Management

Automation Improvement

Motion Control

SCADA Systems

Education

Electrical Engineering diploma / Mechatronics

National Diploma

Tools

Siemens Step 7

TIA Portal

Robot Programming

HMI/SCADA

Job description

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Robotic & Vision Specialist to join our Production team. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining, optimizing, and supporting robotic and vision systems to ensure maximum equipment availability, improved operational efficiency, and continuous technological advancement

Responsibilities

• Maintain and optimize robotic and vision systems to ensure reliable production performance.
• Troubleshoot and resolve robotic, automation, and vision-related issues.
• Support the implementation of new technologies and automation projects.
• Provide technical expertise and training for maintenance and engineering teams.
• Manage system upgrades, modifications, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensure adequate spare parts planning and equipment lifecycle management.
• Develop technical specifications and business cases for future investments.
• Support production and maintenance teams during breakdown situations, including standby duties.

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications:

• Degree or National Diploma in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related field
• Certified Robot Programming and PLC (Siemens Step 7/TIA Portal) training.

Work Experience:

• Minimum of 8 years' experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Proven experience in Automotive Paint Shop operations and maintenance.
• Extensive experience with robotic paint and sealer application equipment.
• Strong background in industrial automation, robotics, machine vision systems, PLCs, SCADA systems, motion control and drives.
• Experience in leading automation improvement projects from concept through implementation.
• Experience in fault-finding, troubleshooting and optimizing automated production systems.
• Demonstrated project management experience within a manufacturing environment.

Technical & Behavioral Competencies:

• Advanced knowledge of Industrial Robotics and Machine Vision Systems.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Strong PLC programming and troubleshooting capability (Siemens Step 7/TIA Portal).
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of SCADA systems, motion control and drive technologies
• Ability to work independently and in cross-functional teams.
• Expert knowledge of robotic paint and sealer application equipment.
• Results driven with a continuous improvement mindset.
• Strong automation fault-finding, root cause analysis and problem-solving skills.