Senior Control Systems Engineer — Mining Automation Lead

Placements24; Upington; Presencial; ZAR 1.200.000 - 1.800.000; Tempo integral

Benefícios oferecidos por esta vaga

Competitive salary package

Performance-based bonuses

Medical aid and retirement fund

Professional development opportunities

Training and education support

Resumo da vaga

Placements24 in Upington, Northern Cape, is seeking a Senior Control Systems Engineer to design, implement, and maintain industrial automation and control systems across our mining operations. You will help optimize plant performance and reliability through advanced PLC/DCS/HMI solutions and rigorous maintenance planning.

The role requires 6–8 years in automation, strong PLC/DCS experience (Siemens, Rockwell, ABB, Emerson), and a degree in Electrical/Control/Mechatronics engineering.

Qualificações

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Control/Mechatronics engineering required.
• 6–8 years in industrial automation, preferably mining.
• Proven experience with PLC/DCS platforms (Siemens, Rockwell, ABB, Emerson).
• Registration or eligibility for registration with the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA) preferred.

Responsabilidades

• Design, configure, and commission PLCs, DCS, and HMIs.
• Develop and maintain control system software for safety and reliability.
• Troubleshoot automation hardware and software.
• Implement advanced control strategies to improve process efficiency and product quality.
• Collaborate with process engineers, operations teams, and maintenance personnel to identify automation opportunities and requirements.
• Develop and manage preventative maintenance programs for control systems and instrumentation.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards for industrial control systems in Upington.
• Provide technical support and training to junior engineers and technicians.
• Stay updated on advancements in automation technologies.
• Participate in capital projects related to automation and control systems.

Conhecimentos

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Communication

Formação

Electrical Engineering

Control Systems Engineering

Mechatronics

Ferramentas

Siemens S7

Rockwell

ABB

Emerson

SCADA

Descrição da vaga

Placements24 in Upington, Northern Cape, is seeking a Senior Control Systems Engineer to design, implement, and maintain industrial automation and control systems across our mining operations. You will help optimize plant performance and reliability through advanced PLC/DCS/HMI solutions and rigorous maintenance planning.

The role requires 6–8 years in automation, strong PLC/DCS experience (Siemens, Rockwell, ABB, Emerson), and a degree in Electrical/Control/Mechatronics engineering.