Senior Control Systems Engineer

Placements24; Rustenburg; Hybrid; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Professional development

Remote-friendly

Job summary

Placements24 in Rustenburg is seeking a highly skilled Senior Control Systems Engineer to design, implement, and maintain industrial control systems for energy generation and distribution. You will optimize PLC/SCADA/DCS based processes and collaborate with operations and maintenance teams to ensure safe, efficient performance.

The role offers opportunities to work with Siemens and Allen-Bradley platforms, competitive compensation, and remote-friendly arrangements to support work-life balance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Electronic, or Mechatronic Engineering.
• 8+ years hands-on experience in control systems engineering in an industrial/energy environment.
• Proficiency in PLC platforms (Siemens, Siemens, Allen-Bradley) and SCADA systems.
• Strong knowledge of industrial communication protocols and instrumentation.
• Experience with process optimization and automation strategies.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and program industrial control systems (PLC, SCADA, DCS) for energy-related applications.
• Oversee the installation, configuration, and testing of new control systems and upgrades.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex issues related to control system hardware and software in real-time.
• Develop and maintain system documentation, including functional specifications, logic diagrams, and user manuals.
• Collaborate with operations and maintenance teams to ensure seamless integration and operation of control systems.
• Stay abreast of the latest advancements in control systems technology and automation solutions.

Skills

PLC programming

SCADA systems

Industrial automation

Process optimization

Diagnostics

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Electronic/Mechatronic Engineering

Tools

Siemens PLC

Allen-Bradley PLC

SCADA software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly skilled Senior Control Systems Engineer to enhance their operations in Rustenburg . This role is pivotal in designing, implementing, and maintaining sophisticated control systems that are critical for the efficiency and safety of energy generation and distribution processes. You will leverage your expertise in automation and instrumentation to optimize system performance and drive technological advancements. This is an excellent opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology and contribute significantly to the energy infrastructure in the North West province.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and program industrial control systems (PLC, SCADA, DCS) for energy-related applications.
• Oversee the installation, configuration, and testing of new control systems and upgrades.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex issues related to control system hardware and software in real-time.
• Develop and maintain system documentation, including functional specifications, logic diagrams, and user manuals.
• Collaborate with operations and maintenance teams to ensure seamless integration and operation of control systems.
• Stay abreast of the latest advancements in control systems technology and automation solutions.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Electronic, or Mechatronic Engineering.
• A minimum of 8 years of hands-on experience with control systems engineering in an industrial or energy environment.
• Proficiency in programming various PLC platforms (e.g., Siemens, Allen-Bradley) and SCADA systems.
• Strong knowledge of industrial communication protocols and instrumentation.
• Experience with process optimization and automation strategies.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and diagnostic skills.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary with performance-based incentives.
• Comprehensive health insurance and retirement savings plan.
• Extensive opportunities for professional development and certifications.
• Flexible working arrangements, including remote work options, to support work-life balance.
• Join a leading company at the forefront of energy technology in Rustenburg .