Senior Control Systems Engineer (Hybrid) - PLC/SCADA

Placements24

Bloemfontein

Hybrid

ZAR 700,000 - 1,100,000

Full time

32 hours ago

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Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Control Systems Engineer for a Welkom, Free State role in the industrial automation sector. The position focuses on designing, implementing, and maintaining PLC, HMI, and SCADA systems to optimize plant performance, safety, and reliability.

You will work on diverse projects and collaborate with clients and internal teams in a hybrid on-site/remote setup. The ideal candidate has 6+ years in control systems, hands-on PLC/HMI/SCADA experience, and strong

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or related field
Minimum 6 years' hands-on experience with designing, programming, and commissioning industrial control systems
Strong proficiency with PLC programming platforms (Siemens TIA Portal, Rockwell Studio 5000) and HMI/SCADA software
Experience with Profibus, Profinet, Ethernet/IP and instrumentation

Responsibilities

Design, develop, and implement PLC, HMI, and SCADA systems for industrial applications.
Configure and program automation software from vendors like Siemens, Rockwell, Wonderware.
Develop and maintain system documentation (P&IDs, FDS, testing procedures).
Conduct commissioning, testing, and troubleshooting on-site and remotely.
Collaborate with clients and internal teams to define control system requirements.
Provide technical support and training to clients and junior engineers.
Optimize existing control systems to improve performance and safety.
Stay current with automation tech and propose innovative solutions.
Manage project timelines and budgets for control system tasks.
Ensure all designs meet industry standards and safety regulations.