Senior Remote Automation Engineer – Process Control

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

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Performance bonus

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Professional development

Home office allowance

Paid time off

Stock options

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Senior Automation Engineer to design, develop, and support advanced automation systems for global clients. The role emphasizes PLC/HMI/SCADA expertise, remote collaboration, and leadership of complex projects from design through deployment.

You will mentor junior engineers, collaborate with clients to define requirements, and stay at the forefront of automation technology to improve safety, efficiency, and productivity in a fully remote setup across South Africa.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or Computer Engineering.
• Minimum 7 years of hands-on industrial automation experience.
• Expertise with Siemens S7, Rockwell Logix, Mitsubishi PLCs.
• Strong knowledge of HMI/SCADA (Wonderware, Ignition, FactoryTalk View).
• Proficient in Ladder Logic, Structured Text, and Function Block Diagram.
• Solid understanding of Profinet, EtherNet/IP, Modbus TCP/IP.
• Proven project leadership and mentorship abilities.
• Excellent communication and remote-work capable.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement automation and process control systems using PLCs, HMIs, SCADA, and other relevant technologies.
• Program and configure industrial control systems, ensuring adherence to best practices and client specifications.
• Develop detailed technical documentation, including system architecture, logic diagrams, and operating manuals.
• Conduct system testing, commissioning, and validation to ensure functionality and performance.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex automation issues, providing remote support and, if necessary, on-site assistance for critical deployments.
• Collaborate with clients to define project requirements, scope, and deliverables.
• Mentor and guide junior automation engineers, providing technical expertise and support.
• Stay current with advancements in automation technology, industry standards, and safety regulations.
• Manage project timelines and resources effectively for assigned automation projects.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within the automation engineering department.

Skills

PLC programming and control

SCADA/HMI development

Remote collaboration

Project leadership/mentorship

Analytical problem-solving

Client communication

Education

Electrical Engineering degree

Mechatronics degree

Computer Engineering degree

Tools

Siemens S7 PLC

Rockwell Logix

Mitsubishi PLCs

Wonderware

Ignition

FactoryTalk View

Job description

Placements24 seeks a Senior Automation Engineer to design, develop, and support advanced automation systems for global clients. The role emphasizes PLC/HMI/SCADA expertise, remote collaboration, and leadership of complex projects from design through deployment.

You will mentor junior engineers, collaborate with clients to define requirements, and stay at the forefront of automation technology to improve safety, efficiency, and productivity in a fully remote setup across South Africa.