Senior Automation Engineer - Remote (PLCs/SCADA/HMI)
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Placements24 is seeking a Senior Automation Engineer for a fully remote role based anywhere in South Africa. You will design, develop, and implement advanced automation systems, with strong PLC, SCADA, and HMI expertise, driving efficiency and innovation across industrial processes.
You will lead lifecycle from concept to commissioning, mentor juniors, liaise with clients, and stay ahead on automation standards.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Computer Science, or related discipline.
- 7+ years hands-on experience in industrial automation engineering.
- Proven PLC programming experience (Siemens, Rockwell/AB, Mitsubishi).
- Strong SCADA design, implementation, and HMI development experience.
- Familiarity with Python or VBA scripting for automation tasks.
Responsibilities
- Design, program, and commission PLC, SCADA, and HMI systems for industrial applications.
- Develop automation strategies to improve process efficiency, quality, and safety.
- Troubleshoot and debug automation systems; resolve complex technical issues.
- Collaborate with mechanical, electrical, and software teams across projects.
- Create and maintain detailed design specs, code, and user manuals.
- Conduct risk assessments and implement safety controls in automation systems.
- Provide remote technical support and client training.
- Mentor junior automation engineers and contribute to technical strategy.
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Job description
Placements24 is seeking a Senior Automation Engineer for a fully remote role based anywhere in South Africa. You will design, develop, and implement advanced automation systems, with strong PLC, SCADA, and HMI expertise, driving efficiency and innovation across industrial processes.
You will lead lifecycle from concept to commissioning, mentor juniors, liaise with clients, and stay ahead on automation standards.
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