Senior Control & Instrumentation Engineer

Placements24; Randburg; Híbrido; ZAR 900.000 - 1.500.000; Tempo integral

Benefícios oferecidos por esta vaga

Highly competitive salary

Hybrid work arrangement

Professional development

Health, dental and vision insurance

Retirement savings plan

Resumo da vaga

WhatJobs Direct in Randburg, Gauteng, is seeking a Senior Control & Instrumentation Engineer for a hybrid role combining on-site project involvement with remote design and analysis. You will lead control system design, instrumentation implementation, and safety‑critical SIS projects across industrial processes.

The ideal candidate has 8+ years in control systems engineering, delivers robust P&IDs, and mentors junior engineers while collaborating with project managers and clients.

Qualificações

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Chemical, Mechatronics, or related field.
• 8+ years in control systems engineering and instrumentation in industry.
• Experience with major PLC/DCS platforms and safety systems.
• Strong knowledge of process control theory and tuning.
• Experience with Fieldbus, Profinet, Ethernet/IP.
• Excellent analytical and leadership skills.
• Effective communication for client interaction and teamwork.
• Ability to work in a hybrid model with on-site Randburg presence.

Responsabilidades

• Design, develop, and implement robust control strategies and instrumentation.
• Specify, procure hardware and software for control systems.
• Develop P&IDs, FDS, and control philosophies.
• Configure PLCs, DCS, and SIS systems.
• Oversee installation, commissioning, testing of systems.
• Troubleshoot complex control and instrumentation issues.
• Provide technical leadership and mentor junior engineers.
• Collaborate with project managers, clients, and other disciplines.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and safety regulations.
• Stay updated on automation and instrumentation developments.

Conhecimentos

Senior leadership

Project management

Problem solving

Hybrid collaboration

Formação

Bachelor's degree

Ferramentas

Siemens

Emerson DeltaV

Honeywell Experion

PLC / DCS platforms

Descrição da vaga

About the Role

Our client, WhatJobs Direct, is seeking an experienced Senior Control & Instrumentation Engineer to join our dedicated team. This hybrid role, based in Randburg, Gauteng , offers a dynamic blend of on-site project involvement and remote design and analysis capabilities. You will be responsible for the design, implementation, and optimization of advanced control systems and instrumentation solutions for various industrial processes. This position requires a deep technical understanding of process control, automation technologies, and instrumentation hardware. As a senior engineer, you will lead challenging projects, mentor junior engineers, and contribute significantly to our innovation pipeline. We are committed to delivering state-of-the-art solutions that enhance efficiency, safety, and productivity for our clients. The ideal candidate is a forward-thinking professional with excellent problem-solving skills and a passion for technological advancement. This role provides an excellent platform for career growth within a reputable organization operating in the Randburg area and beyond.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement robust control strategies and instrumentation systems for complex industrial processes.


• Specify, select, and procure control system hardware, instrumentation, and associated software.


• Develop P&IDs (Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams), functional design specifications, and control philosophies.


• Configure and program PLCs, DCS (Distributed Control Systems), and safety instrumented systems (SIS).


• Oversee the installation, commissioning, and testing of control and instrumentation systems.


• Troubleshoot and diagnose complex issues within control systems and instrumentation loops.


• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineering staff.


• Collaborate closely with project managers, clients, and other engineering disciplines.


• Ensure all designs and implementations comply with industry standards, codes, and safety regulations.


• Stay current with emerging technologies in automation, process control, and instrumentation.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a closely related field.


• Minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in control systems engineering and instrumentation within an industrial setting.


• Proven experience with major PLC/DCS platforms (e.g., Siemens, Emerson DeltaV, Honeywell Experion) and safety systems (e.g., SIL-rated systems).


• Expertise in specifying and troubleshooting a wide range of industrial instrumentation (pressure, temperature, flow, level, analytical).


• Strong understanding of process control theory and tuning methodologies.


• Experience with industrial communication protocols (e.g., Fieldbus, Profinet, Ethernet/IP).


• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and design skills.


• Strong leadership and project management capabilities.


• Effective communication and interpersonal skills for client interaction and team collaboration.


• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid model, with regular on-site presence required in Randburg, Gauteng , and remote capabilities.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and bonus structure.


• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.


• Retirement savings plan with company contributions.


• Significant opportunities for professional development and career advancement.


• Exposure to cutting‑edge technologies and challenging projects.


• Flexible hybrid work arrangement.


• Generous paid time off.