Senior I&C Electrical Engineer - Remote Leadership

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Flexible remote work arrangement

Professional development opportunities

Challenging, technology-driven projets

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer specializing in Instrumentation and Control (I&C) for a fully remote engagement. You will design and implement advanced I&C solutions for complex industrial projects, leading technical aspects and guiding junior engineers from a global, distributed team.

You will select instruments, valves, PLCs and DCS/SCADA platforms, develop robust control strategies, and ensure safety and reliability across projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Control Systems Engineering.
• Minimum 7 years in instrumentation and control design.
• Experience with PLC, DCS, SCADA and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and specification of instrumentation, control systems, and hardware for industrial processes.
• Develop P&ID diagrams, loop diagrams, cause & effect matrices, and instrument datasheets.
• Select instrumentation, control valves, and automation platforms (DCS, PLC) for various applications.
• Oversee implementation, testing, and commissioning of I&C systems, providing remote support.
• Provide technical guidance to junior I&C engineers and technicians.
• Ensure compliance with ISA, IEC standards and safety regulations.

Skills

Instrumentation

Control Systems

Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Control Systems Engineering

Tools

I&C design software

Simulation software

P&ID software

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer specializing in Instrumentation and Control (I&C) for a fully remote engagement. You will design and implement advanced I&C solutions for complex industrial projects, leading technical aspects and guiding junior engineers from a global, distributed team.

You will select instruments, valves, PLCs and DCS/SCADA platforms, develop robust control strategies, and ensure safety and reliability across projects.