Senior Remote Controls & Instrumentation Technician

Placements24

East London

Hybrid

ZAR 600,000 - 900,000

Full time

4 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work arrangement
Competitive compensation
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Retirement savings plan
Paid holidays
Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 seeks an experienced Remote Industrial Controls and Instrumentation Technician. This fully remote role focuses on expert remote support, troubleshooting, and maintenance guidance for complex control systems worldwide.

You will analyze data, guide field technicians, and ensure documentation is thorough. A background in electrical or instrumentation engineering and 6+ years of relevant experience are required.

Qualifications

  • Degree in Electrical or Instrumentation Engineering (Bachelor's or Master's).
  • 6+ years in industrial controls/instrumentation with troubleshooting focus.
  • Strong knowledge of PLC (Siemens, Rockwell), DCS, and SCADA software.

Responsibilities

  • Provide remote technical support and diagnostics for industrial control systems (PLC, DCS, SCADA).
  • Troubleshoot instrumentation, sensors, and control loops remotely.
  • Guide on-site or third-party technicians through repairs and calibrations.
  • Analyze system data and performance logs to identify issues and recommend preventive actions.
  • Develop and maintain documentation for control systems and instrumentation.
  • Collaborate with engineering and field service teams to resolve challenges.
  • Assist in remote configuration and software updates for control systems and instruments.

Skills

Remote diagnostics
Troubleshooting
Analytical thinking
Communication skills
Independent worker

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical or Instrumentation Engineering

Tools

Siemens PLC
Rockwell PLC
DCS
SCADA software

Job description

Placements24 seeks an experienced Remote Industrial Controls and Instrumentation Technician. This fully remote role focuses on expert remote support, troubleshooting, and maintenance guidance for complex control systems worldwide.

You will analyze data, guide field technicians, and ensure documentation is thorough. A background in electrical or instrumentation engineering and 6+ years of relevant experience are required.

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