Senior Instrumentation and Control Engineer

Placements24; Rustenburg; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote position

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Home office setup allowance

Access to online training and virtual

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Senior Instrumentation and Control Engineer to join our remote team supporting critical energy operations. The role focuses on design, implementation, and maintenance of advanced control systems while collaborating with on-site engineers for reliability and safety.

The ideal candidate has 6+ years in instrumentation and control within energy or process industries, with strong PID tuning, system integration, and expertise across Siemens, Rockwell, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Control Engineering, or related discipline.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in instrumentation and control engineering, preferably in energy/process industries.
• Strong knowledge of process control strategies, PID tuning, and system integration.
• Experience with PLC/DCS platforms (Siemens, Rockwell, Honeywell) and SCADA systems.
• Proficiency in developing P&IDs, loop diagrams, and functional design specifications.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and remote communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement instrumentation and control systems for industrial processes (PLC, DCS, SCADA).
• Specify, select, and procure instruments, control valves, transmitters, and related hardware.
• Develop and maintain control logic, ladder logic diagrams, and cause & effect matrices.
• Conduct system troubleshooting, diagnostics, and root cause analysis for control system failures.
• Ensure systems meet safety standards, regulatory requirements, and performance specs.
• Collaborate with project teams, operations, and maintenance for project execution and continuous improvement.

Skills

PID tuning

Process control

System integration

Remote communication

Troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering/Control Engineering

Tools

Siemens PLC

Rockwell PLC

Honeywell DCS

SCADA systems

Job description

About the Role

Our client is actively seeking an experienced Senior Instrumentation and Control Engineer to join their innovative team, working remotely to support critical operations in the energy industry. This role is pivotal in ensuring the precision, safety, and efficiency of industrial processes through the design, implementation, and maintenance of sophisticated control systems. As a remote team member, you will collaborate closely with on-site engineers and technicians, leveraging cutting-edge technology to optimize plant performance and reliability. This is an outstanding opportunity for a highly skilled engineer to contribute to major energy projects from anywhere, driving technological advancements in a challenging and rewarding field within a company that prioritizes remote talent and professional growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement instrumentation and control systems for industrial processes, including PLC, DCS, and SCADA systems.
• Specify, select, and procure instruments, control valves, transmitters, and other related hardware.
• Develop and maintain control logic, ladder logic diagrams, and cause & effect matrices.
• Conduct system troubleshooting, diagnostics, and root cause analysis for control system failures.
• Ensure systems meet all relevant safety standards, regulatory requirements, and performance specifications.
• Collaborate with project teams, operations, and maintenance personnel to support project execution and continuous improvement initiatives.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Control Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in instrumentation and control engineering, preferably within the energy or process industries.
• Strong knowledge of process control strategies, PID tuning, and system integration.
• Experience with various PLC/DCS platforms (e.g., Siemens, Rockwell, Honeywell) and SCADA systems.
• Proficiency in developing P&IDs, loop diagrams, and functional design specifications.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and remote communication skills.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and potential for performance bonuses.
• Fully remote position offering significant work-life balance flexibility.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous allowance for home office setup and technology.
• Access to online training platforms and virtual conferences for professional development.