Industrial Automation Engineer (PLC & SCADA) in Centurion
Network Engineering · Centurion, Gauteng
Overview
A great opportunity for a qualified engineer with automation experience to join a dynamic team in Centurion. You will work on PLC programming, SCADA development, and control system integration across industries like manufacturing, FMCG, mining, and water treatment. If you are ready to take on more responsibility in system design and project execution, this permanent full time role could be your next career move.
About the role
We are recruiting ambitious Industrial Automation Engineers on behalf of our clients. In this role, you will design, program, and integrate industrial control systems, working with PLCs, SCADA, and HMI platforms. You will be involved in the full project lifecycle from control system design and electrical panel design to FAT, SAT, commissioning, and site support. You will also troubleshoot systems, optimise processes, and implement continuous improvement initiatives. Industries you may work in include manufacturing, FMCG, mining, water treatment, packaging, and process plants.
This is a permanent full time position based in Centurion, offering the chance to work on larger automation and control projects with increased technical responsibility and project ownership.
To apply, email your CV to Karabo Mnguni at kmnguni@networkrecruitment.co.za or call 081 749 5730 for more information. If you have not had any response in two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful. Your profile will be kept on our database for future roles.
Requirements
- BEng or BSc in Electrical Engineering
- Mechatronics Engineering degree advantageous
- Registered or eligible for ECSA registration advantageous
- Experience in industrial automation and control systems
- PLC programming experience with Siemens, Allen Bradley, Schneider, Beckhoff, Mitsubishi, or similar
- SCADA and HMI development experience
- Control system design and integration skills
- Experience with FAT, SAT, commissioning, and site support
- Electrical control panel design and troubleshooting abilities
- Knowledge of industrial networking and communication protocols
- Familiarity with Siemens TIA Portal, Allen Bradley Studio 5000, WinCC, Wonderware or AVEVA, Ignition SCADA, FactoryTalk, Modbus, Profibus, Profinet, Ethernet/IP, industrial IoT, VSDs, and motion control systems
- Strong analytical and problem solving ability
Responsibilities
- Design and integrate industrial control systems
- Program PLCs and develop SCADA and HMI applications
- Design electrical control panels and troubleshoot issues
- Conduct factory acceptance testing (FAT), site acceptance testing (SAT), commissioning, and provide site support
- Optimise processes and drive continuous improvement
- Work with industrial networking and communication protocols
- Collaborate on automation projects across manufacturing, FMCG, mining, water treatment, packaging, and process plant environments
Job details
- Organisation
- Network Engineering
- Location
- Centurion, Gauteng
- Job type
- Full time
- Experience level
- Mid
- Education
- Bachelor
- Category
- Construction & Engineering
- Application Email
- kmnguni@networkrecruitment.co.za
- Application Method
- Apply via email
Success Guide
If you are an engineer with a passion for automation, this role offers a real chance to grow your technical skills and take on more responsibility. Make sure your CV clearly shows your hands on experience with PLCs and SCADA systems, and highlight any specific projects you have worked on. Since the recruiter is looking for ambitious engineers, tailor your application to show how you have solved problems and improved processes in previous roles. A cover letter that explains why you are ready for the next step could set you apart. Good luck!
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