Senior Automation Engineer: PLCs, Robotics & SCADA

Placements24

Gqeberha

On-site

ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000

Full time

33 hours ago

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Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Industrial Automation Engineer for an on-site role in Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape. The candidate will design, implement, and maintain advanced automation systems to boost production efficiency, quality, and safety.

Expertise in PLC programming, robotics, SCADA, and related control technologies is essential to lead projects from conception to completion. The role requires hands-on leadership, cross-functional collaboration, and a proactive approach to

Qualifications

Extensive experience designing and implementing automation for manufacturing processes.
Strong knowledge of PLC programming, robotics, SCADA, and HMI.
Hands-on, on-site role requiring proactive problem-solving and collaboration with engineering teams.

Responsibilities

Design, develop, and implement automation solutions for manufacturing processes, including PLC programming, HMI development, and SCADA system configuration.
Specify, select, and integrate industrial robots, vision systems, and other automation hardware.
Troubleshoot and resolve complex automation system issues, ensuring minimal downtime.
Develop and maintain automation software documentation, including logic diagrams, P&IDs, and user manuals.
Collaborate with mechanical and electrical engineers to ensure seamless integration of automated systems.
Lead automation project planning, including scope definition, budgeting, and scheduling.