Senior Control Systems Engineer

Placements24; Pretoria; Hybrid; ZAR 850,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Hybrid work arrangement

Healthcare benefits

Paid time off

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Senior Control Systems Engineer to join their innovative team in Pretoria. This hybrid role focuses on designing, implementing, and optimizing advanced control systems for industrial automation and complex machinery.

You will enhance operational efficiency and product performance through sophisticated control strategies, collaborating with hardware and software colleagues in a dynamic Pretoria-based environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related field.
• Minimum 6 years of experience in control systems engineering, with a strong focus on industrial automation.
• Expertise in programming various PLC platforms (e.g., Siemens, Rockwell, Schneider Electric).
• Proficiency in SCADA/HMI software and industrial communication protocols (e.g., Modbus, Profibus).
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and debugging skills.
• Ability to manage projects and work effectively in a hybrid model.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement PLC, SCADA, and HMI systems for industrial applications.
• Create and maintain control system logic, algorithms, and software documentation.
• Perform system integration, testing, and commissioning of automated processes.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex control system issues, both remotely and on-site.
• Collaborate with hardware engineers and software developers to ensure seamless system integration.
• Stay updated on the latest advancements in automation technology and implement best practices.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Debugging

Project management

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering / Mechatronics

Tools

Siemens PLC

Rockwell PLC

Schneider Electric PLC

SCADA/HMI software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly skilled Senior Control Systems Engineer to join their innovative team in Pretoria . This hybrid role focuses on the design, implementation, and optimization of advanced control systems for industrial automation and complex machinery. You will play a key role in enhancing operational efficiency and product performance through sophisticated control strategies. The position requires a proactive individual who can collaborate effectively both in the office and remotely, contributing to cutting-edge technological solutions in the heart of Pretoria .

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement PLC, SCADA, and HMI systems for industrial applications.
• Create and maintain control system logic, algorithms, and software documentation.
• Perform system integration, testing, and commissioning of automated processes.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex control system issues, both remotely and on-site.
• Collaborate with hardware engineers and software developers to ensure seamless system integration.
• Stay updated on the latest advancements in automation technology and implement best practices.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related field.
• Minimum 6 years of experience in control systems engineering, with a strong focus on industrial automation.
• Expertise in programming various PLC platforms (e.g., Siemens, Rockwell, Schneider Electric).
• Proficiency in SCADA/HMI software and industrial communication protocols (e.g., Modbus, Profibus).
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and debugging skills.
• Ability to manage projects and work effectively in a hybrid model.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and annual bonus.
• Hybrid work arrangement promoting work-life integration.
• Comprehensive healthcare benefits package.
• Paid time off and opportunities for professional growth.
• Dynamic work environment with a focus on technological innovation in Pretoria.