Senior Remote Control Systems Engineer – Mining Automation

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement savings plan

Performance-based incentives

Remote work

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly skilled Senior Control Systems Engineer for a remote-first team delivering advanced automation solutions to mining operations worldwide. You will design, develop, and implement PLC/DCS logic and SCADA HMI applications, configure industrial networks, and optimize plant performance.

The role requires 8–10 years in industrial automation, experience with major PLC platforms (Rockwell, Siemens, Schneider), and strong problem-solving skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Computer Engineering, or related field.
• 8–10+ years in industrial automation and control systems engineering.
• Extensive experience with programming and configuration of major PLC platforms (Rockwell/AB, Siemens, Schneider).
• Proficiency in SCADA configuration and HMI development (Wonderware, Ignition, FactoryTalk View).
• Strong understanding of industrial networking protocols and cybersecurity principles.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement PLC/DCS logic and SCADA HMI applications for mining equipment and processes.
• Configure and maintain industrial communication networks (Ethernet/IP, Profibus, Modbus).
• Develop advanced process control strategies to optimize plant performance, throughput, and quality.
• Perform system diagnostics, troubleshooting, and root cause analysis for automation issues.
• Collaborate with project managers, site engineers, and clients to define automation requirements.

Skills

PLC Programming

SCADA Systems

Industrial Networking

Process Control

Remote Collaboration

Team Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Mechatronics/Computer Engineering

Tools

Rockwell/Allen-Bradley

Siemens

Schneider Electric

Wonderware

Ignition

FactoryTalk View

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a highly skilled Senior Control Systems Engineer for a remote-first team delivering advanced automation solutions to mining operations worldwide. You will design, develop, and implement PLC/DCS logic and SCADA HMI applications, configure industrial networks, and optimize plant performance.

The role requires 8–10 years in industrial automation, experience with major PLC platforms (Rockwell, Siemens, Schneider), and strong problem-solving skills.