Project Engineer: Control Systems / Automation

Job Mail • English • Electrical & Electronic Engineering • Travel required • Bachelor's Degree • 4 hours ago
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≈ $21k – $42k per year (Estimated)
Location
In office (Johannesburg)
Seniority
Middle · 3+ years exp
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Full-Time
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Duties & Responsibilities
  • Manage the day-to-day technical scope and deliverables on one or more control systems projects from concept through to handover
  • Design and develop complete control system architectures including panels, industrial networks, PCs, PLCs, and SCADA systems
  • Program and configure PLC and SCADA systems using platforms such as Siemens, Rockwell, Schneider Electric, and AVEVA Wonderware
  • Conduct factory acceptance testing (FAT) and site acceptance testing (SAT) to verify system performance against functional specifications
  • Carry out on-site commissioning activities, including I/O testing, loop checking, system integration, and troubleshooting
  • Prepare and maintain technical documentation including functional design specifications, control philosophies, network architecture drawings, and test protocols
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary project teams including electrical engineers, mechanical engineers, and client-side stakeholders
  • Identify and resolve technical issues throughout the project lifecycle, escalating risks where necessary
  • Support continuous improvement by contributing to standardisation of control system templates, libraries, and best practices
  • Ensure all work is carried out in compliance with applicable safety standards and industry regulations
Experience & Qualifications
  • BEng degree or National Diploma in Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, or Computer Science (non-negotiable)
  • Minimum 3 to 5 years of relevant experience in PLC/SCADA control system project development and commissioning
  • Demonstrable experience with control system platforms such as Siemens, Rockwell, Schneider Electric, or AVEVA Wonderware
  • Solid understanding of industrial communication protocols and network architectures
  • Experience with panel design, I/O scheduling, and control system hardware specification
  • Proven ability to manage technical project deliverables, timelines, and stakeholder expectations
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities with a methodical approach to fault-finding and system diagnostics
  • Willingness to travel to site for commissioning activities as required
  • Valid driver's licence
  • Excellent communication skills in English, both written and verbal
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