Scada Engineer (Solar PV) – Construction Industry

RPO Recruitment; Johannesburg; Presencial; ZAR 700.000 - 1.100.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

A reputable engineering contractor in Johannesburg is seeking a SCADA Engineer to develop specifications and integrate systems for renewable projects. The ideal candidate has a technical background in SCADA systems, PLC programming, and a willingness to travel. This full-time role offers a competitive salary based on experience.

Formación

• At least 3 years of SCADA experience in solar PV or renewable projects.
• Experience in PPC configuration and commissioning with Siemens and Schneider.
• Willingness to travel for site work and system commissioning.
• Solid understanding of Modbus TCP/IP, IEC 60870-5 (IEC DNP3), OPC UA.

Responsabilidades

• Develop specifications and concept designs for SCADA components.
• Review and integrate third-party SCADA systems with plant control systems.
• Ensure compliance with utility grid codes.
• Proficiency in PLC/HMI programming (TIA Portal EcoStruxure Codesys).
• PPC configuration and commissioning (Siemens Schneider DEIF etc.).
• Solid understanding of Modbus TCP/IP IECDNP3 OPC UA.
• Familiar with grid-tied logic and system-level control schematics.
• Willingness to travel for site work and system commissioning.
• Experience with solar PV or renewable projects; hybrid or BESS systems a plus.

Conocimientos

SCADA development

PLC/HMI programming

PPC configuration

Modbus TCP/IP

Educación

National Diploma or Bachelor's in Electrical, Electronic, or Control Engineering

Herramientas

TIA Portal

EcoStruxure

Codesys

OPC UA

IEC 60870-5

DNP3

Descripción del empleo

Overview

We are recruiting on behalf of a reputable contractor seeking a SCADA Engineer to join their Control Systems team in Johannesburg.

Responsibilities

• Developing specifications and concept designs for SCADA components and system architecture.
• Reviewing and integrating third-party SCADA systems with overall plant control systems.
• Configuring Power Plant Controllers (PPC) and ensuring compliance with utility grid codes.
• Proficiency in PLC / HMI programming (TIA Portal EcoStruxure Codesys).
• Proven experience in PPC configuration and commissioning (Siemens Schneider DEIF etc.).
• Solid understanding of Modbus TCP / IP IECDNP3 OPC UA.
• Familiar with grid-tied logic and system-level control schematics.
• Willingness to travel for site work and system commissioning.
• Experience with solar PV or renewable projects; experience in hybrid or BESS systems is a plus.

Qualifications

• National Diploma or Bachelors in Electrical, Electronic, or Control Engineering.
• At least 3 years of SCADA experience in solar PV or renewable projects.
• Experience in PPC configuration and commissioning (Siemens, Schneider, DEIF, etc.).
• Proficiency in PLC / HMI programming (TIA Portal, EcoStruxure, Codesys).
• Solid understanding of Modbus TCP / IP, IEC 60870-5 (IEC DNP3), OPC UA.
• Familiar with grid-tied logic and system-level control schematics.
• Willingness to travel for site work and system commissioning.

Employment Details

• Employment Type: Full-Time
• Location: Johannesburg
• Vacancy: 1
• Salary: Negotiable; our client is offering a highly competitive salary based on experience.

Contact

Apply for this role today contact Meghan du Plessis and Riana Hattingh at RPO Recruitment or on LinkedIn. You can also visit the RPO Recruitment website or email us your CV: emailprotected.

We will contact you telephonically in 3 days should you be suitable for this vacancy. If you are not suitable we will put your CV on file and contact you regarding any future vacancies that arise.