Senior Automation & Control Systems Engineer (Hybrid)

Placements24

Durban

Hybrid

ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work flexibility

Medical insurance

Retirement planning

Training opportunities

Annual bonus

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Automation & Control Systems Engineer in Durban to lead design, programming, commissioning and support of sophisticated control systems for diverse industrial clients.

The ideal candidate will have extensive PLC, HMI and SCADA expertise, plus hands-on experience in system integration, and a willingness to travel to client sites while working in a hybrid on-site/remote setup.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or related field.
At least 6 years in industrial automation and control systems.
Proficient with major PLC platforms (Siemens S7, Allen-Bradley) and HMI/SCADA software.
Strong understanding of industrial networking protocols (Profibus, Ethernet/IP).
Willingness to travel occasionally to client sites and excellent English communication.

Responsibilities

Design, develop, and implement PLC, HMI, and SCADA systems for industrial automation processes.
Program and configure automation hardware and software platforms (e.g., Siemens, Rockwell, Schneider Electric).
Develop and test control strategies to optimize machine and process performance.
Perform on-site commissioning of automation systems, including troubleshooting and fine-tuning.
Collaborate with clients to understand their requirements and provide technical solutions.
Create and maintain detailed project documentation, including control narratives, logic diagrams, and user manuals.
Provide technical support and training to clients and junior engineering staff.
Stay current with emerging trends and technologies in industrial automation.