Senior Onsite Control Systems Engineer – Energy Automation

Placements24

Stellenbosch

On-site

ZAR 700,000 - 1,000,000

Full time

33 hours ago
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Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Control Systems Engineer for an on-site role in Stellenbosch, Western Cape. You will design, implement, and maintain PLC/DCS systems, develop SCADA solutions, and collaborate with electrical and mechanical engineers to optimize industrial processes in the energy sector.

You will ensure safety, reliability, and efficiency while documenting systems and staying current with the latest automation technologies.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics or related field.
  • Minimum 5 years in industrial automation and control systems engineering.
  • Proficiency in PLC programming and HMI/SCADA development.
  • Experience with industrial communication protocols (Modbus, Profibus, Ethernet/IP).
  • Strong ability to read P&IDs and electrical schematics.

Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, program, and commission PLCs and DCS.
  • Develop and maintain SCADA systems for monitoring/ control.
  • Troubleshoot control systems hardware and software issues.
  • Implement automation strategies to improve process efficiency, safety and reliability.
  • Collaborate with electrical and mechanical engineers to integrate control systems.
  • Create and maintain technical documentation (P&IDs, diagrams, manuals).
  • Stay updated on industrial automation advancements and safety standards.

Skills

PLC programming
SCADA development
Industrial automation
Instrumentation & control
P&ID reading

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering
Bachelor's degree in Mechatronics

Tools

Siemens
Rockwell
Ignition
Wonderware

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Control Systems Engineer for an on-site role in Stellenbosch, Western Cape. You will design, implement, and maintain PLC/DCS systems, develop SCADA solutions, and collaborate with electrical and mechanical engineers to optimize industrial processes in the energy sector.

You will ensure safety, reliability, and efficiency while documenting systems and staying current with the latest automation technologies.

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