Senior Automation & Electrical Design Engineer (Hybrid)

Placements24; East London; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Relocation assistance

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Electrical Design Engineer with a specialization in Industrial Automation to join our team in East London, Eastern Cape. The role focuses on designing electrical control systems, programming PLCs, HMIs, and SCADA, and leading complex automation projects for diverse industrial clients.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years of experience in electrical design and industrial automation, with strong skills in Siemens TIA Portal, Rockwell Studio 5000, and motor control.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 7 years of experience in electrical design and industrial automation.
• Proficiency in PLC programming (Siemens TIA Portal, Rockwell Studio 5000), HMI development, and SCADA systems.

Responsibilities

• Design electrical schematics, control panel layouts, and wiring diagrams for automated industrial machinery and processes using CAD software.
• Program and configure PLCs (Siemens TIA Portal, Rockwell Studio 5000), HMIs, and SCADA systems to meet project specifications.
• Select appropriate electrical components, motors, drives, and control devices.
• Develop and implement system integration strategies for complex automation projects.
• Conduct site surveys and commissioning of automation systems, providing on-site support as needed.
• Troubleshoot and resolve electrical and automation issues during design, build, and commissioning phases.
• Ensure all designs comply with safety standards (IEC 60204-1) and industry best practices.
• Collaborate with mechanical engineers and project managers throughout the project lifecycle.
• Prepare technical documentation, including design reports, manuals, and test procedures.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and technicians.

Skills

PLC programming

HMI development

SCADA systems

Motor control

Electrical design

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Project management

Mentorship

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or related

Tools

Siemens TIA Portal

Rockwell Studio 5000

CAD software

VFDs

Servo drives

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Electrical Design Engineer with a specialization in Industrial Automation to join our team in East London, Eastern Cape. The role focuses on designing electrical control systems, programming PLCs, HMIs, and SCADA, and leading complex automation projects for diverse industrial clients.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years of experience in electrical design and industrial automation, with strong skills in Siemens TIA Portal, Rockwell Studio 5000, and motor control.