Automation Engineer (PLCs, HMIs, robotics, and test frameworks)

BCX Zambia; Gqeberha; Hybrid; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automation company is seeking a candidate for a role focused on the development of specialized plant control solutions. Ideally, you will bring at least 5 years' experience within the industrial automation environment. Responsibilities include PLC programming, automation solutions maintenance, and end-user training on systems. A hybrid work setup is offered alongside the potential for billable client engagements. Minimum qualifications include a relevant engineering diploma and a reliable vehicle.

Qualifications

• 5 years’ experience in Industrial Automation Environment.
• Grade 12 & 7 years’ experience in Industrial Automation Environment.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for development of specialised plant control solutions.
• Deployment and maintenance of complex plant automation solutions.
• Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) configuration and programming.
• Complex automation solutions and systems testing.
• Database Design and Administration.
• End user training on new and upgraded applications/systems.

Skills

Problem solving

Teamwork

Project Management

Industrial Information Technology (IIT)

Plant Control and Automation Solutions (PCS)

Manufacturing Operations Management (MOM)

Education

NQF 6: 3-year Degree/ Diploma/ National Diploma in Engineering

NQF 4: Grade 12 National Diploma

Job description

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Date: 19 Jan 2026

Location: Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape, ZA

Company: BCXP

Business Unit: Digital Platform Solutions

Department: IOT

Job Grade: S5

Reports to: Senior Manager

Core Description

Responsible for development of specialised plant control solutions. Identifies and rectifies complex operational exceptions and error conditions and deals sensibly and responsibly with unexpected events or incidents. Responds to complex enquiries by users, specialists or others and can deal effectively with a broad range of problems of moderate complexity, only escalating those which need specialist or management attention. Provides senior technical consulting on plant automation related solutions to customers and field service engineers.

Key Deliverables / Primary Functions

• Deployment and maintenance of complex plant automation solutions
• Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) configuration and programming
• Complex automation solutions and systems testing
• Database Design and Administration
• Automation systems and applications support
• Research
• Documentation
• Pre-Sales Support
• Continuous Business Improvement
• Preparation of quotations and costing sheets
• People and project management
• End user training on new and upgraded applications/systems
• Compliance with Health and Safety compliance standards

Core Functional Skills & Capabilities

• Problem solving
• Teamwork
• Project Management
• Industrial Information Technology (IIT)
• Plant Control and Automation Solutions (PCS)
• Manufacturing Operations Management (MOM)

Core Behavioural Competencies

• Job Match
• Achieving personal work goals & objectives
• Analysing
• Applying expertise & Technology
• Deciding & Initiating Action
• Delivering Results & Meeting customer expectations

Minimum Qualifications

• NQF 6: 3 year Degree/ Diploma/ National Diploma in Engineering
• NQF 4: Grade 12 National Diploma

Experience

5 years’ experience in Industrial Automation Environment OR Grade 12 & 7 years’ experience in Industrial Automation Environment.

Additional Education - Preferred / Advantage

• Work experience within Wonderware, Siemens and others will be a distinct advantage

Certifications

None

Professional Memberships in Relevant Industry

None

Level of Engagement & Span of Control

Span of Control: 0

Level of Engagement: Engagement will all levels within the organisation, internal and external to the business.

Special Requirements / Employment Condition

Drivers Licence and Reliable Vehicle - both required

Workplace / Physical Requirements

• Client Roaming
• Hybrid Remote Worker
• Billable

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