Senior Instrumentation and Control Engineer

Placements24; Randburg; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Health, retirement, and life insurance

Job summary

Placements24 in Randburg is seeking a Senior Instrumentation and Control Engineer to design, implement and maintain advanced control systems for energy projects. You will lead cross-disciplinary teams, ensure safety and reliability, and drive performance improvements across plant control architectures.

The role requires a strong background in DCS/PLC/SCADA, SIS, and HMI tools, with a focus on robust instrumentation integration and compliance with industry standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Chemical Engineering.
• 8+ years of experience in instrumentation and control engineering, preferably in the energy industry.
• Proficiency with various PLC/DCS platforms and HMI software.
• Strong understanding of process control theory, hazardous area classifications, and safety instrumented systems (SIS).
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Design, specify, and commission industrial control systems (DCS, PLC, SCADA) and instrumentation.
• Develop control strategies and logic to optimize process performance and safety.
• Oversee the installation, calibration, and maintenance of field instruments (sensors, transmitters, actuators).
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex issues related to instrumentation and control systems.
• Ensure compliance with relevant industry standards, safety regulations, and project specifications.

Skills

PLC/DCS platforms

HMI software

Process control theory

Hazardous area classifications

Safety Instrumented Systems (SIS)

Analytical problem-solving

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Chemical Engineering

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced Senior Instrumentation and Control Engineer to join their team in Randburg. This role is critical for ensuring the safe, efficient, and reliable operation of industrial processes within the energy sector. You will be responsible for the design, implementation, and maintenance of sophisticated control systems and instrumentation, ensuring optimal performance and adherence to stringent industry standards. This is a challenging and rewarding position for a seasoned engineer looking to contribute to complex projects in Gauteng's energy landscape.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, specify, and commission industrial control systems (DCS, PLC, SCADA) and instrumentation.
• Develop control strategies and logic to optimize process performance and safety.
• Oversee the installation, calibration, and maintenance of field instruments (sensors, transmitters, actuators).
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex issues related to instrumentation and control systems.
• Ensure compliance with relevant industry standards, safety regulations, and project specifications.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Chemical Engineering.
• 8+ years of experience in instrumentation and control engineering, preferably in the energy industry.
• Proficiency with various PLC/DCS platforms and HMI software.
• Strong understanding of process control theory, hazardous area classifications, and safety instrumented systems (SIS).
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.

Benefits

• Attractive salary package and performance-based incentives.
• Hybrid work model providing a balance between office and remote work.
• Comprehensive health, retirement, and life insurance benefits.
• Continuous professional development and training opportunities.
• Opportunity to work on state-of-the-art control systems in the energy sector.