Senior Electrical Controls Engineer

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Life insurance

Retirement fund

International training

State-of-the-art facility

Job summary

Placements24 in Nelspruit is seeking a Senior Electrical Controls Engineer to lead the design, development, and maintenance of advanced electrical control systems for automated industrial processes. You will oversee PLC, HMI/SCADA projects and guide commissioning, testing and optimization in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

The role requires 7+ years in industrial electrical controls, expertise in Siemens/Allen-Bradley PLCs, motion control, and strong problem-solving abilities, with

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics or related field.
• 7+ years of experience in industrial electrical controls engineering and automation.
• Extensive PLC programming experience with ladder logic and structured text; familiarity with HMI/SCADA software.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop PLC, HMI, and SCADA systems for industrial automation.
• Program and configure Siemens and Allen-Bradley PLC platforms and associated software.
• Develop electrical schematics and control panel layouts to applicable standards.

Skills

PLC programming

HMI/SCADA

Ladder logic

Structured text

Profibus

Ethernet/IP

Motion control

Robotics

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Mechatronics

Tools

Siemens PLC

Allen-Bradley PLC

HMI software

SCADA software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an accomplished Senior Electrical Controls Engineer to join their advanced manufacturing division in Nelspruit. This critical role involves the design, development, implementation, and maintenance of sophisticated electrical control systems for automated industrial processes. You will lead the technical aspects of control system projects, ensuring optimal performance, reliability, and safety. The ideal candidate will possess deep expertise in industrial automation, PLC programming, and HMI development, contributing to the efficiency and innovation of our client's operations within the Mpumalanga region.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop PLC, HMI, and SCADA systems for industrial automation.
• Program and configure various PLC platforms (e.g., Siemens, Allen-Bradley) and associated software.
• Develop electrical schematics and control panel layouts according to industry standards.
• Lead the commissioning and troubleshooting of complex automated systems.
• Collaborate with mechanical engineering and operations teams to integrate control solutions.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior control engineers.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related field.
• 7+ years of experience in industrial electrical controls engineering and automation.
• Extensive experience with PLC programming (ladder logic, structured text) and HMI/SCADA software.
• Proficiency in industrial communication protocols (e.g., Profibus, Ethernet/IP).
• Strong understanding of servo systems, robotics, and motion control.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work under pressure.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary with significant performance incentives.
• Comprehensive medical aid, life insurance, and retirement fund.
• Opportunities for international training and professional certifications.
• State-of-the-art facility and access to advanced automation technologies.
• A challenging and rewarding career in Nelspruit with ample growth potential.