Senior Automation & Robotics Engineer (PLC/SCADA)

Placements24; South Africa; Hybrid; ZAR 700,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonuses

Medical aid

Retirement benefits

Hybrid work arrangement

Training & certifications

Job summary

Placements24 seeks an experienced Automation Engineer to design, program and implement PLC systems and HMI/SCADA solutions for manufacturing and process industries from the Mahikeng hub in North West. You will work with clients to tailor automation solutions, provide remote and on-site support, and stay ahead of evolving automation trends.

The role requires strong PLC experience (Siemens TIA Portal, Rockwell Studio 5000) and SCADA/HMI know‑how, with a focus on safety and project execution.

Qualifications

• BEng/BSc in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or Computer Engineering.
• Minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience in industrial automation engineering.
• Proficiency in programming multiple PLC platforms (Siemens TIA Portal, Rockwell Studio 5000).
• Experience with SCADA/HMI software packages (Ignition, Wonderware, WinCC).
• Solid understanding of industrial communication protocols (Profibus, Ethernet/IP).
• Experience with robotics, VFDs, and servo systems is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design, program, and configure PLC systems for industrial applications.
• Develop and implement HMI/SCADA designs including screen development and data logging.
• Create and maintain system documentation and user manuals.
• Perform on-site or remote testing, commissioning, and troubleshooting.
• Collaborate with clients to define automation requirements and project scopes.
• Integrate automation with MES/ERP systems.

Skills

PLC programming

HMI/SCADA

Client communication

Project execution

Travel readiness

Education

BEng/BSc in Electrical Engineering/Mechatronics/CE

Tools

Siemens TIA Portal

Rockwell Studio 5000

Ignition

Wonderware

WinCC

Profibus

Ethernet/IP

Job description

Placements24 seeks an experienced Automation Engineer to design, program and implement PLC systems and HMI/SCADA solutions for manufacturing and process industries from the Mahikeng hub in North West. You will work with clients to tailor automation solutions, provide remote and on-site support, and stay ahead of evolving automation trends.

The role requires strong PLC experience (Siemens TIA Portal, Rockwell Studio 5000) and SCADA/HMI know‑how, with a focus on safety and project execution.