About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Control Systems Engineer to join our team in Somerset West. As a key member of our technical team, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and testing control systems according to client-specific requirements. Your expertise in industrial automation and PLC programming will enable us to deliver high-quality solutions that meet the needs of our clients.

Key Responsibilities

• Design cost-effective solutions for projects to meet customer needs
• Prepare functional and detailed designs of approved solutions for clients
• Design system architecture for software implementations
• Design and implement industrial communication networks (ethernet, fibre, Profinet, Profibus etc.)
• Develop simulation applications for testing and training purposes
• Test the solution to ensure total functionality
• Provide post-project system support as needed
• Support clients with Callouts and Service Level Agreements (SLA)
• Train and assist clients to use systems within design constraints

Requirements

• B.Eng Electrical and Electronics / B.Tech, Technical Diploma or NQF Equivalent in Electrical, Electronic or Mechatronic Engineering
• At least 5 years operational and design experience (inclusive of relevant design program exposure)
• 5-10 years of relevant industrial automation experience
• Practical experience in Control System Design, Development, FAT Testing and Commissioning
• Intermediate to advanced understanding of PLC programming and methodology with practical experience in at least two of the following industry automation platforms: Siemens, Schneider, Allan Bradley, Omron, Beckhoff, Mitsubishi
• Intermediate to advanced understanding of SCADA development and methodology with practical experience in at least two of the following industry supervisory platforms: Wonderware, Siemens, Schneider, Allan Bradley, Adroit
• Intermediate to advanced understanding of relational databases and report generation and methodology with practical experience in Microsoft SQL and Microsoft Reporting Services

Qualifications

• Completed B.Eng Electrical and Electronics / B.Tech, Technical Diploma or NQF Equivalent in Electrical, Electronic or Mechatronic Engineering

(Candidate would preferably live in the area or surrounding areas)

Main Purpose:

This position is responsible for the design, development and testing of any given control system according to client specific requirements

Minimum Qualifications and Requirements:
• B.Eng Electrical and Electronics / B.Tech, Technical Diploma or NQF Equivalent in Electrical, Electronic or Mechatronic Engineering At least 5 year operational and design experience (inclusive of relevant design program exposure).
• 5-10 years of relevant industrial automation experience.
• Practical experience in Control System Design, Development, FAT Testing and Commissioning.
• An intermediate to advanced understanding of PLC programming and the methodology thereof with practical experience in at least two of the following industry automation platforms: Siemens, Schneider, Allan Bradley, Omron, Beckhoff, advanced Mitsubishi skills required
• An intermediate to advanced understanding of SCADA development and the methodology thereof with practical experience in at least two of the following industry supervisory platforms: Wonderware, Siemens, Schneider, Allan Bradley, Adroit.
• An intermediate to advanced understanding of relational databases and report generation and the methodology thereof with practical experience in Microsoft SQL and Microsoft
• Reporting Services.
• Experience in Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES), Building Management Systems (BMS) and Environmental Management Systems (EMS) will be advantageous.
• Exposure to the FMCG, Food and Beverage and Milling industries will be advantageous
• Attention to detail
• Analytical Thinking
• Interpersonal, team and relationship building skills
• Ability to lead, guide, mentor
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Ability to take initiative and make decisions under pressure
• Ability to adapt to changing business and client environments/requirements
• Ability to demonstrate high ethical standards

Tasks:
• To design a cost-effective solution for projects in order to meet the customer needs.
• To prepare a functional and detailed design of the approved solution for the client to ensure the effective development thereof.
• To design system architecture for software implementations.
• To design and implement industrial communication networks for software implementations (ethernet, fibre, Profinet, Profibus etc.)
• To design, develop, test, and implement PLC programs according to client specifications and ensure the optimal functioning thereof.
• To design, develop, test, and implement SCADA and/or HMI applications according to client specifications and ensure the optimal functioning thereof.
• To develop simulation applications for testing and training purposes.
• Test the solution to ensure that the designed solution is totally functional.
• To provide post project system support as and when required.
• To provide support to clients for Callouts and Service Level Agreements (SLA).
• To provide training and assistance to the client, to ensure that the client is able to use the system within the design constraints.

To apply, please submit your CV, as well as your latest payslip, to .za

Control Systems Engineer (Somerset West)

(Candidate would preferably live in the area or be willing to relocate).

Main Purpose:

This position is responsible for the design, development and testing of any given control system according to client specific requirements

Minimum Qualifications and Requirements:
• B.Eng Electrical and Electronics / B.Tech, Technical Diploma or NQF Equivalent in Electrical, Electronic or Mechatronic Engineering At least 5 year operational and design experience (inclusive of relevant design program exposure).
• 5-10 years of relevant industrial automation experience.
• Practical experience in Control System Design, Development, FAT Testing and Commissioning.
• An intermediate to advanced understanding of PLC programming and the methodology thereof with practical experience in at least two of the following industry automation platforms: Siemens, Schneider, Allan Bradley, Omron, Beckhoff, advanced Mitsubishi skills required
• An intermediate to advanced understanding of SCADA development and the methodology thereof with practical experience in at least two of the following industry supervisory platforms: Wonderware, Siemens, Schneider, Allan Bradley, Adroit.
• An intermediate to advanced understanding of relational databases and report generation and the methodology thereof with practical experience in Microsoft SQL and Microsoft
• Reporting Services.
• Experience in Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES), Building Management Systems (BMS) and Environmental Management Systems (EMS) will be advantageous.
• Exposure to the FMCG, Food and Beverage and Milling industries will be advantageous
• Attention to detail
• Analytical Thinking
• Interpersonal, team and relationship building skills
• Ability to lead, guide, mentor
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Ability to take initiative and make decisions under pressure
• Ability to adapt to changing business and client environments/requirements
• Ability to demonstrate high ethical standards

Tasks
• To design a cost-effective solution for projects in order to meet the customer needs.
• To prepare a functional and detailed design of the approved solution for the client to ensure the effective development thereof.
• To design system architecture for software implementations.
• To design and implement industrial communication networks for software implementations (ethernet, fibre, Profinet, Profibus etc.)
• To design, develop, test, and implement PLC programs according to client specifications and ensure the optimal functioning thereof.
• To design, develop, test, and implement SCADA and/or HMI applications according to client specifications and ensure the optimal functioning thereof.
• To develop simulation applications for testing and training purposes.
• Test the solution to ensure that the designed solution is totally functional.
• To provide post project system support as and when required.
• To provide support to clients for Callouts and Service Level Agreements (SLA).
• To provide training and assistance to the client, to ensure that the client is able to use the system within the design constraints.