Senior Electrical & Motion Control PLC Engineer

Communicate Ct; Paarl; On-site; ZAR 500 000 - 700 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Paarl is looking for an experienced engineer to design electrical circuits and develop PLC automation programs. The role involves performing on-site testing and providing technical support while traveling to both local and international clients. Candidates should have at least 5 years in PLC automation and 12 years in electrical circuit design. A diploma in Electrical or Mechatronic Engineering is required, along with proficiency in Siemens TIA Portal and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years in PLC automation commissioning.
• Minimum 12 years electrical circuit design experience is required.
• High computer literacy is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Design detailed electrical circuits based on standards.
• Develop PLC automation programs for machines.
• Perform electrical testing and commissioning on‑site.
• Update and maintain technical documentation.
• Provide technical support during build processes.
• Travel for commissioning and support of clients.

Skills

PLC automation commissioning

Siemens TIA Portal programming

CODESYS

Allen Bradley

Delta B&R

Electrical circuit design

Strong communication

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Ability to work independently

Education

Diploma in Electrical / Mechatronic Engineering

Tools

MS Word

Excel

Outlook

PowerPoint

E-Plan

Job description

A leading engineering firm in Paarl is looking for an experienced engineer to design electrical circuits and develop PLC automation programs. The role involves performing on-site testing and providing technical support while traveling to both local and international clients. Candidates should have at least 5 years in PLC automation and 12 years in electrical circuit design. A diploma in Electrical or Mechatronic Engineering is required, along with proficiency in Siemens TIA Portal and strong communication skills.