Senior Electrical Engineer - Industrial Automation & Control

Placements24; Benoni; Híbrido; ZAR 900 000 - 1 300 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Fully remote working arrangement

Competitive salary and benefits

Resumo da oferta

Placements24 seeks a Senior Electrical Engineer for a remote-first role focused on designing and implementing advanced electrical control systems for industrial clients. You will lead design, development, and troubleshooting of automation systems, PLCs, HMIs, and SCADA, collaborating with clients and internal teams from anywhere.

The position requires a deep understanding of industrial electrical principles, programming, and system integration, with exceptional remote communication skills and a

Qualificações

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or relating field.
• Minimum 7 years in electrical engineering with a focus on industrial automation and control systems.
• Proven PLC programming experience (Siemens TIA Portal, Rockwell Studio 5000) and HMI/SCADA (WinCC, FactoryTalk View).
• Strong understanding of industrial networks (Profibus, Profinet, Ethernet/IP) and VFD technology.

Responsabilidades

• Design and develop electrical control system architectures for industrial automation projects.
• Program and configure PLCs, HMIs, and SCADA systems.
• Specify electrical components, including motors, drives, sensors, and control panels.
• Develop electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and panel layouts using CAD software.
• Troubleshoot and debug control systems to resolve issues.
• Collaborate with mechanical engineers, software developers, and project managers remotely.
• Conduct FAT/SAT virtually or on-site as required.
• Ensure designs comply with standards, safety regulations, and client specs.
• Provide technical support and training to clients and internal teams.
• Mentor junior engineers.

Conhecimentos

Remote collaboration

Leadership

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Team communication

Formação académica

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Ferramentas

Siemens TIA Portal

Rockwell Studio 5000

WinCC

FactoryTalk View

Profibus

Profinet

Ethernet/IP

Electrical CAD/design software

Descrição da oferta de emprego

About the Role

Our client is a leader in industrial automation solutions and is seeking a highly skilled Senior Electrical Engineer to join their innovative, remote-first team. Operating from anywhere, this role will focus on designing and implementing advanced electrical control systems for industrial clients. While based remotely, the work will involve projects for clients across various sectors, potentially including those in **Benoni, Gauteng**. You will lead the design, development, and troubleshooting of complex automation systems, PLCs, HMIs, and SCADA solutions. This position requires a deep understanding of industrial electrical principles, programming, and system integration, along with excellent communication skills for effective remote collaboration with clients and internal teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop electrical control system architectures for industrial automation projects.
• Program and configure PLCs (e.g., Siemens, Allen-Bradley), HMIs, and SCADA systems.
• Specify electrical components, including motors, drives, sensors, and control panels.
• Develop electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and panel layouts using CAD software.
• Perform troubleshooting and debugging of control systems to resolve operational issues.
• Collaborate with mechanical engineers, software developers, and project managers in a remote setting.
• Conduct Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and Site Acceptance Testing (SAT) virtually or on-site as required.
• Ensure designs comply with industry standards, safety regulations, and client specifications.
• Provide technical support and training to clients and internal teams.
• Mentor junior electrical and automation engineers.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in electrical engineering with a strong focus on industrial automation and control systems.
• Proven expertise in PLC programming (Siemens TIA Portal, Rockwell Studio 5000) and HMI/SCADA software (e.g., WinCC, FactoryTalk View).
• Solid understanding of industrial networks (e.g., Profibus, Profinet, Ethernet/IP) and VFD technology.
• Experience with electrical design software for schematics and panel layouts.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, essential for remote teamwork.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.
• Professional Engineer (Pr. Eng.) registration is advantageous.

Benefits

• Fully remote working arrangement, offering exceptional flexibility.
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunity to work on diverse and cutting-edge automation projects.
• Continuous learning opportunities and professional development support.
• Be part of a highly skilled and collaborative remote engineering team.
• Flexible working hours to support work-life balance.
• Access to advanced simulation and design tools.