Senior Control Systems Engineer

Placements24; Bloemfontein; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Top-tier salary

Fully remote work

Professional development opportunities

Leadership training

Global project exposure

Job summary

Placements24 in Bloemfontein invites a Senior Control Systems Engineer to join a globally distributed, fully remote team. You will design, implement and optimize advanced control systems for industrial processes, driving performance, reliability and safety across automated applications.

The role emphasizes leadership, mentoring, and remote collaboration, with opportunities to work on cutting-edge automation projects worldwide and to pursue certifications and professional development.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation Engineering, or related field.
• 10+ years of experience in industrial control systems engineering.
• Expertise across PLC/DCS platforms (Siemens TIA Portal, Rockwell Studio 5000, Emerson DeltaV).
• Strong knowledge of process control theory, instrumentation, and industrial protocols.
• Experience with simulation and modeling of control systems.
• Excellent leadership, problem-solving, and communication for a remote environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and development of complex control system architectures (PLC/DCS/SCADA).
• Develop and implement advanced control algorithms to optimize efficiency.
• Oversee commissioning and validation of new systems and modifications.
• Provide remote expert troubleshooting for control system issues.
• Mentor junior control systems engineers for technical growth.
• Conduct system audits and recommend upgrades for performance.

Skills

Leadership

Problem solving

Communication

Remote work

Mentoring

Education

Master's degree in Electrical/Automation Engineering

Tools

Siemens TIA Portal

Rockwell Studio 5000

Emerson DeltaV

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly experienced Senior Control Systems Engineer to join their globally distributed team, with a focus on projects related to operations in Bloemfontein . This pivotal role involves the design, implementation, and optimization of advanced control systems for industrial processes. You will leverage your expertise to enhance system performance, reliability, and safety across various automated applications. This is an outstanding opportunity for a senior professional to drive innovation and provide technical leadership in a fully remote capacity, contributing significantly to the company's automated solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of complex control system architectures, including PLCs, DCS, and SCADA systems.
• Develop and implement advanced control algorithms and logic to optimize process efficiency and product quality.
• Oversee the commissioning and validation of new control systems and modifications to existing ones.
• Provide expert technical support and troubleshooting for control system issues, remotely resolving complex problems.
• Mentor and guide junior control systems engineers, fostering their technical growth and development.
• Conduct system audits and recommend upgrades or enhancements to improve performance and maintainability.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation Engineering, or a related field.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in industrial control systems engineering.
• Expertise in multiple PLC/DCS platforms (e.g., Siemens TIA Portal, Rockwell Studio 5000, Emerson DeltaV).
• Strong understanding of process control theory , instrumentation, and industrial communication protocols.
• Experience with simulation and modeling of control systems.
• Excellent leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills suitable for a remote environment.

Benefits

• Top-tier salary and comprehensive executive benefits package.
• Fully remote work arrangement, offering unparalleled flexibility.
• Extensive opportunities for professional development, certifications, and leadership training.
• Chance to work on high-impact, cutting-edge automation projects worldwide.
• Supportive and collaborative remote team culture focused on mutual success.