Senior Automation Electrical Engineer – PLC & Robot Control

Placements24; Gqeberha; On-site; ZAR 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and incentives

Medical aid and retirement fund

Continuous learning and development

Exposure to diverse industrial sectors

Supportive team environment

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Automation Electrical Engineer for our Port Elizabeth client. The role focuses on designing, implementing, and supporting sophisticated automated systems, ensuring electrical integrity across control systems, robotics, and machinery.

The ideal candidate has a strong background in industrial electrical systems and hands-on experience with automation technologies. The position involves designing schematics, specifying components, programming PLCs/HMI, overseeing

Qualifications

• 6+ years in industrial automation and electrical engineering.
• Experience programming PLCs (Siemens S7, Rockwell RSLogix) and developing HMI.
• Proficient with electrical CAD tools (AutoCAD Electrical or EPLAN).
• Strong knowledge of electrical codes and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Design electrical schematics and control panel layouts for automated manufacturing systems.
• Select and specify electrical components (PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, motors, sensors, safety devices).
• Program and configure PLCs and HMI/SCADA systems.
• Oversee installation, wiring and commissioning on the factory floor.
• Troubleshoot and perform root cause analysis on electrical and control issues.
• Collaborate with mechanical engineers, project managers and clients for seamless integration.
• Develop and maintain electrical documentation (drawings, manuals, test procedures).
• Ensure designs comply with safety standards and regulations.
• Provide technical training and support to maintenance and operations staff.

Skills

PLC programming

HMI development

Electrical CAD

VFDs and servo systems

Industrial networking

Electrical codes & standards

Analytical/problem solving

Communication & teamwork

Independent work

Mechatronics

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Mechatronics

Tools

AutoCAD Electrical

EPLAN

Siemens S7

Rockwell RSLogix

HMI/SCADA software

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Automation Electrical Engineer for our Port Elizabeth client. The role focuses on designing, implementing, and supporting sophisticated automated systems, ensuring electrical integrity across control systems, robotics, and machinery.

The ideal candidate has a strong background in industrial electrical systems and hands-on experience with automation technologies. The position involves designing schematics, specifying components, programming PLCs/HMI, overseeing