Senior Instrumentation Engineer - DCS/PLC Expert & Mentor

Placements24

Stellenbosch

On-site

ZAR 950,000 - 1,500,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Provident fund

Annual bonus

Job summary

Placements24 in Stellenbosch seeks a seasoned Senior Instrumentation Engineer to lead the design, calibration, and maintenance of instrumentation and control systems across our industrial operations. You will ensure accurate process measurements and safe control loops while mentoring junior engineers and driving continuous improvement.

You will spearhead DCS/PLC projects, optimize plant performance, and ensure compliance with safety standards.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or related field.
Minimum of 7 years of instrumentation and control experience in industrial/ process environments.
Strong knowledge of sensors (pressure, temperature, flow, level), control valves, and instrumentation types.
Experience with DCS/PLC programming and configuration.
Familiarity with fieldbus protocols (HART, Fieldbus, Modbus) and SIS concepts.

Responsibilities

Design and specify instrumentation and control systems for new plant installations and upgrades.
Develop calibration procedures to ensure instrument accuracy and reliability.
Troubleshoot and resolve complex instrumentation issues.
Lead DCS and PLC projects, including scope, budgeting, and resources.
Mentor junior engineers and technicians; review drawings and schematics.
Collaborate with process engineers to optimize plant performance and safety.
Support adherence to standards, safety regulations, and quality systems.