Senior Automation Engineer - Hybrid (PLC/SCADA & Robotics)

Placements24; Bloemfontein; Hybrid; ZAR 900.000 - 1.400.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Hybrid work model

Relocation assistance

Career growth opportunities

Zusammenfassung

Placements24 in Bloemfontein is seeking a Senior Automation Engineer to lead the design, implementation, and maintenance of advanced automation systems across our manufacturing plants.

The role focuses on PLC/SCADA/HMI, robotics, and safety compliance, with a hybrid work setup balancing on-site collaboration with remote flexibility. You will drive improvements with cross-functional teams and document systems comprehensively.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Mechatronics.
• 7+ years in industrial automation engineering.
• Strong PLC/SCADA/HMI and robotics experience.

Aufgaben

• Design, develop, program, and commission PLC, SCADA, and HMI systems.
• Implement and maintain robotic systems and integration.
• Troubleshoot automation issues to minimize downtime.
• Develop validation protocols for new systems and upgrades.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities.
• Ensure safety standards and industry regulations compliance.
• Provide training and support to maintenance and operations.
• Manage automation projects including budget and schedule.
• Research and evaluate new automation technologies.
• Maintain documentation including P&IDs, diagrams, and manuals.

Kenntnisse

PLC programming

HMI/SCADA

Industrial robotics

Electrical schematics

Control panel design

Industrial networks

Troubleshooting

Project management

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Mechatronics

Tools

Siemens PLC

Allen-Bradley PLC

SCADA systems

HMI development tools

Jobbeschreibung

Placements24 in Bloemfontein is seeking a Senior Automation Engineer to lead the design, implementation, and maintenance of advanced automation systems across our manufacturing plants.

The role focuses on PLC/SCADA/HMI, robotics, and safety compliance, with a hybrid work setup balancing on-site collaboration with remote flexibility. You will drive improvements with cross-functional teams and document systems comprehensively.