Senior Controls Engineer – Industrial Automation Specialist

Placements24

Bloemfontein

On-site

ZAR 700,000 - 1,100,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Comprehensive health insurance

Retirement benefits

Professional development and certs

Travel opportunities and allowances

Diverse automation projects

Supportive team environment

Job summary

Placements24 in Bloemfontein is seeking a Senior Controls Systems Engineer to design, develop, and deploy advanced PLC-based automation solutions for complex machinery on site. You will lead control system development, integrate sensors and drives, and ensure robust performance.

Collaborating with mechanical and electrical engineering teams, you will configure HMI/SCADA packages, validate safety standards, and provide on-site client training and support on challenging automation projects.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Computer Engineering or related field.
7+ years of professional experience in controls systems engineering for industrial automation.
Experience programming PLCs (Siemens, Allen-Bradley, Mitsubishi) and implementing HMI/SCADA systems.

Responsibilities

Design, develop, and implement PLC logic for automation systems.
Develop and configure HMI/SCADA systems.
Integrate sensors, actuators, and drives into control systems.
Conduct system commissioning, testing, and troubleshooting on-site and at client sites.
Collaborate with mechanical and Electrical teams for seamless integration.
Maintain control system documentation and user manuals.
Optimize control systems for performance and reliability.
Provide technical support and training to clients and field engineers.
Stay updated on automation technology, control theory, and safety standards.