Senior Electrical Instrumentation Engineer — Remote Impact

Placements24; Vereeniging; Hybrid; ZAR 1,994,000 - 2,991,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Home office allowance

Professional development budget

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Electrical Instrumentation Engineer for a fully remote role. You will design, implement, and support instrumentation and control systems for diverse industrial clients worldwide, leveraging expertise in sensors, PLC/DCS programming, and P&ID development.

The role requires at least 6 years in electrical instrumentation and strong remote collaboration skills. A high-speed internet connection and a suitable home office setup are expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics or related field required.
• Minimum 6 years of experience in electrical instrumentation and control systems engineering.
• Strong knowledge of instrumentation technologies (flow, pressure, temperature, level) and control systems.
• Experience with PLC/DCS programming and configuration.
• Proficient in reading and interpreting P&IDs, electrical schematics, and instrumentation drawings.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage time in a remote environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication for remote collaboration.
• Experience with hazardous area classifications and intrinsic safety is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design and specify electrical instrumentation for industrial process control applications, including sensors, transmitters, control valves, and actuators.
• Develop P&ID diagrams, loop diagrams, and instrument datasheets.
• Configure and program instrumentation systems and associated control logic.
• Provide remote technical support for installation, commissioning, and calibration of instrumentation.
• Troubleshoot complex instrumentation and control system issues.
• Ensure compliance with ISA/IEC standards and safety regulations.
• Collaborate with clients and project teams remotely to define requirements and provide solutions.
• Develop and deliver training materials on instrumentation and control systems.
• Stay current with advancements in instrumentation technology and process automation.

Skills

PLC/DCS programming

P&ID reading

Instrumentation knowledge

Remote collaboration

Analytical skills

Strong communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics

Tools

Instrument drawings

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Electrical Instrumentation Engineer for a fully remote role. You will design, implement, and support instrumentation and control systems for diverse industrial clients worldwide, leveraging expertise in sensors, PLC/DCS programming, and P&ID development.

The role requires at least 6 years in electrical instrumentation and strong remote collaboration skills. A high-speed internet connection and a suitable home office setup are expected.