Senior Control Systems Engineer — Hybrid (Stellenbosch)

Placements24; Stellenbosch; Hybrid; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement savings plan

Professional development opportunities

Hybrid work model

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Control Systems Engineer in Stellenbosch to lead design, development, and commissioning of PLC, HMI and SCADA systems for diverse industrial applications.

The role requires 8+ years in control systems engineering, with deep PLC/HMI/SCADA expertise and strong problem-solving skills. Travel domestically and internationally may be required; hybrid work arrangement in Stellenbosch is offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Mechatronics.
• Minimum 8 years of progressive experience in control systems engineering.
• In-depth knowledge of PLC platforms (Siemens TIA Portal, Rockwell Studio 5000) and HMI/SCADA software.
• Experience with industrial communication protocols (Profibus, Modbus, Ethernet/IP).
• Strong understanding of process control principles and automation hardware.
• Proven ability to manage projects from conception to completion.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving and communication skills.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally.

Responsibilities

• Design, program, and commission PLC, HMI, and SCADA systems for various industrial applications.
• Develop and implement advanced control algorithms to optimize process performance and efficiency.
• Integrate automation systems with existing plant infrastructure and enterprise software.
• Perform system diagnostics, troubleshooting, and root cause analysis of control system failures.
• Create and maintain detailed technical documentation, including control narratives and diagrams.
• Collaborate with clients, project managers, and engineers to define project scope and requirements.
• Provide technical support and training to clients and internal teams.
• Stay updated on advancements in control systems technology.
• Lead and mentor junior engineers within the team.
• Conduct site surveys and commissioning activities as required.

Skills

Project leadership

Analytical thinking

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Mechatronics

Tools

Siemens TIA Portal

Rockwell Studio 5000

HMI/SCADA software

Profibus

Modbus

Ethernet/IP

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Control Systems Engineer in Stellenbosch to lead design, development, and commissioning of PLC, HMI and SCADA systems for diverse industrial applications.

The role requires 8+ years in control systems engineering, with deep PLC/HMI/SCADA expertise and strong problem-solving skills. Travel domestically and internationally may be required; hybrid work arrangement in Stellenbosch is offered.