Senior Automation Engineer - Robotics & PLC (Remote)

Placements24; Durban; Híbrido; ZAR 900.000 - 1.500.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Fully remote position with global base

Access to cutting-edge automation tech

Professional development and certs

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Automation Engineer for a fully remote role in South Africa. You will design, develop, and implement automation systems including PLCs, robotics, and vision, for diverse manufacturing customers.

The ideal candidate has a bachelor's degree and 7+ years of experience in industrial automation, with strong PLC/HMI, robotics, and networking skills. You will collaborate with clients and internal teams to deliver reliable, scalable solutions.

Formación

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, CS, or related field.
• At least 7 years hands-on industrial automation experience.
• Proficient in PLC platforms (Siemens S7, Rockwell).
• Robotics programming and integration experience.
• Strong knowledge of industrial networking (EtherNet/IP, Profinet, Profibus).
• Experience with SCADA systems.
• Ability to work remotely and collaborate with global clients.

Responsabilidades

• Design, program, and commission PLC control systems for various industrial applications.
• Develop and integrate robotic systems into automated manufacturing lines.
• Create and maintain electrical schematics, P&IDs, and automation logic documentation.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex automation issues, remotely and on-site as needed.
• Collaborate with mechanical engineers and clients to define automation requirements.
• Implement machine vision systems, safety circuits, and HMI interfaces.
• Stay current with advancements in automation technology, robotics, and control systems.
• Provide technical support and training to clients and internal teams.

Conocimientos

Industrial automation

Robotics programming

Remote collaboration

Troubleshooting & diagnostics

Team communication

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Computer Science, or related field

Herramientas

Siemens S7

Rockwell ControlLogix/CompactLogix

HMI development tools

Descripción del empleo

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Automation Engineer for a fully remote role in South Africa. You will design, develop, and implement automation systems including PLCs, robotics, and vision, for diverse manufacturing customers.

The ideal candidate has a bachelor's degree and 7+ years of experience in industrial automation, with strong PLC/HMI, robotics, and networking skills. You will collaborate with clients and internal teams to deliver reliable, scalable solutions.