Senior Controls Engineer - Remote

Placements24; Vereeniging; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Career development

Competitive salary

Performance incentives

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Controls Engineer for a fully remote role supporting operations near Vereeniging, Gauteng. You will design, implement, and optimize control systems for automated machinery and industrial processes, leading projects in a distributed engineering environment.

The ideal candidate has deep expertise in control theory, PLC programming (Siemens/Rockwell), and system integration, with 7+ years in industrial automation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 7+ years of experience in industrial automation and control system engineering.
• Proficiency in programming Siemens and Rockwell PLC platforms and HMI/SCADA systems.
• Strong understanding of control theory, PID loops, and servo/motion control.
• Experience with industrial networking and fieldbus protocols.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and remote collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement control systems for industrial automation using PLCs, DCS, and HMI software.
• Create and maintain detailed logic, schematics, and documentation for control systems.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex issues related to control system hardware and software.
• Optimize system performance through advanced control strategies and parameter tuning.
• Collaborate with mechanical, electrical, and software engineers to ensure seamless integration.
• Lead technical reviews and provide guidance to junior engineers on control system design and implementation.

Skills

PLC programming

HMI/SCADA

Control theory

PID control

Servo/motion control

Industrial networking

Remote collaboration

Project leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Siemens PLC

Rockwell PLC

DCS

HMI software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced Senior Controls Engineer to join their innovative team on a fully remote basis, supporting their operations near Vereeniging . This pivotal role focuses on the design, implementation, and optimization of control systems for automated machinery and industrial processes. You will play a key part in developing sophisticated solutions that enhance efficiency, reliability, and performance across various applications. The ideal candidate will possess deep expertise in control theory, PLC programming, and system integration, coupled with the ability to lead complex projects and collaborate effectively within a distributed engineering environment serving the Gauteng industrial hub.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement control systems for industrial automation applications using PLCs, DCS, and HMI software.
• Create and maintain detailed logic, schematics, and documentation for control systems.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex issues related to control system hardware and software.
• Optimize system performance through advanced control strategies and parameter tuning.
• Collaborate with mechanical, electrical, and software engineers to ensure seamless system integration.
• Lead technical reviews and provide guidance to junior engineers on control system design and implementation.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering , Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum 7 years of experience in industrial automation and control system engineering.
• Proficiency in programming major PLC platforms (e.g., Siemens, Rockwell) and HMI/SCADA systems.
• Strong understanding of control theory, PID loops, and servo/motion control.
• Experience with network protocols and industrial communication.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and remote collaboration skills.

Benefits

• An attractive salary and performance incentives.
• Comprehensive benefits package tailored for remote employees.
• Significant opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
• The flexibility and autonomy of a fully remote position.
• Engage with cutting-edge automation technologies from anywhere.