Senior Control & Instrumentation Engineer
First seen by Alion on Oct 13, 2026.
SUMMARY:
Senior Control & Instrumentation Engineer
We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Control & Instrumentation Engineer to ensure the reliability, performance, and continuous improvement of critical control solutions across their operation.
We are looking for a technically strong engineering professional with extensive experience in Control Systems, Instrumentation, Industrial Networks, Fieldbus Technologies, and Process Automation. This role requires a leader who can drive operational excellence while staying at the forefront of evolving control system technologies
POSITION INFO:
Qualifications National Diploma in Electrical, Electronic, or Instrumentation Engineering (NQF Level 6). BSc\/BEng in Electrical, Electronic, Computer, or Instrumentation Engineering advantageous. Registered Professional Engineer (Pr Eng) or Professional Engineering Technologist (Pr Tech Eng) with ECSA. GCC Factories preferred. Valid driver's license. Key Responsibilities ure control systems are reliable, safe, and fit for operational requirements. Provide technical leadership on control and instrumentation projects. Maintain and optimize plant automation and process control systems. Support the development and implementation of control system strategies. Oversee industrial communication networks and fieldbus infrastructure. Ensure compliance with industry standards, engineering specifications, and statutory requirements. Lead troubleshooting and root cause investigations on complex process control issues. Drive continuous improvement initiatives across instrumentation and control systems. Manage and mentor engineering and technical teams. Evaluate and implement emerging control system technologies. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to improve operational efficiencies and plant performance. Support safety, reliability, and production objectives through effective control system management Skills required Minimum 10 years' experience within Control & Instrumentation environments. Minimum 5 years' management experience leading engineering or technical teams. At least 5 years' experience working with industrial fieldbus technologies, including: Profibus Profinet Ethernet\/IP Strong understanding of: Process Control Systems Industrial Automation Instrumentation Ethernet Networking Industrial Communications Advanced computer literacy. Strong knowledge of relevant engineering standards, specifications, and legislation. Excellent communication and technical reporting abilities. Fluent English communication skills. Medical Certificate of Fitness. Ability to perform in a technically demanding industrial environment. Strong leadership, analytical, and problem-solving capabilities. Apply now! For more engineering jobs, please visit If you have not had any response in two weeks, please consider the vacancy application unsuccessful. Your profile will be kept on our database for any other suitable roles \/ positions. For more information contact: Karabo Mnguni […]