Senior Control Systems Engineer — Hybrid (PLC/SCADA/Robotics)
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Placements24 seeks a Senior Control Systems Engineer to join our client in Nelspruit, offering a hybrid work arrangement. You will design, implement, and optimize advanced control systems for industrial processes, leading projects and ensuring reliability and safety of automated operations.
The role requires 7+ years in industrial control systems, expertise in PLC (Siemens, Rockwell), SCADA, and robotics, plus strong analytical skills and leadership for mentoring junior engineers in a
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or related field.
- 7+ years of experience in industrial control systems engineering.
- Proficient in PLC programming (Siemens/Rockwell) and SCADA systems.
- Experience with robotics, motion control and industrial networks.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work both remotely and on-site in Nelspruit.
Responsibilities
- Design and develop control system architectures including PLC/SCADA/HMI.
- Program and commission industrial automation equipment for processes.
- Troubleshoot complex control system issues to ensure uptime.
- Collaborate with clients and teams to define project requirements.
- Develop technical documentation and testing protocols.
- Mentor junior engineers and provide technical leadership.
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Job description
Placements24 seeks a Senior Control Systems Engineer to join our client in Nelspruit, offering a hybrid work arrangement. You will design, implement, and optimize advanced control systems for industrial processes, leading projects and ensuring reliability and safety of automated operations.
The role requires 7+ years in industrial control systems, expertise in PLC (Siemens, Rockwell), SCADA, and robotics, plus strong analytical skills and leadership for mentoring junior engineers in a
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