Free State: Automation Engineer posted by NDC Personnel & Contractors CC

Step into a rewarding role as an Automation Engineer with a leading manufacturing team in Gauteng! In this role, you will be instrumental in designing, programming, and optimising automation systems to support efficient plant operations. You will review existing equipment to identify software and hardware requirements, ensuring alignment with E&I and Lean manufacturing principles. Responsibilities include compiling automation scopes, specifying equipment, programming PLCs, and overseeing commissioning and handover processes. You will also provide training to staff for maintenance and troubleshooting. To succeed in this role, you should have a tertiary engineering qualification and solid experience in PLC programming. Familiarity with Siemens, Allen Bradley, and Mitsubishi systems (including Modbus and Profibus) is essential. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills will ensure success in this technically demanding role. To start the application process, send your CV to NDC Personnel and Contractors today: [Click here to apply] / [Click here to apply] . NDC Personnel and Contractors adheres to the requirements of the POPI Act. If you do not hear from us within 14 days, please consider your application unsuccessful.