Johannesburg: Automation Engineer experienced in PLC programming and Training posted by Diverse Consulting Solutions

Automation Engineer experienced in PLC Support & to Train inside employees External Customers in their company and Factories Permanent position| The company is in Johannesburg west Rand near Roodepoort Working at Companies premises and in their factory’s and will be going out to see External Customers as well – must be willing to relocate near to the client’s Company if needed as you would have to pay for your own petrol to you home Must have a National Diploma / Degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Automation, or related field. Trade qualification (advantageous). Formal training or facilitation certification (advantageous). Purpose of the Role The PLC Support & Training Engineer is responsible for providing advanced technical support, troubleshooting, and optimization of PLC-based automation systems while also delivering structured training to External customers, and technicians, and internal teams. The role ensures high system reliability, strong customer capability development, and effective knowledge transfer across automation platforms. The Experienced PLC Support & Training Engineer combines strong technical troubleshooting expertise with the ability to transfer knowledge effectively, ensuring reliable automation systems and empowering external customers and internal teams with the skills required to maintain and optimize them. Experience Must have 5 years’ working experience in PLC support, controls engineering, or automation maintenance. Proven experience delivering technical training or mentoring technicians. Exposure to manufacturing, automotive, FMCG, logistics, or process industries preferred. Must have Strong PLC coding programming and troubleshooting skills (e.g., Siemens, Omron, Rockwell, Mitsubishi, Texas Instruments, CTI). HMI and SCADA configuration and support. Industrial networking (Ethernet/IP, Profinet, EtherCAT, Modbus, etc.). Servo drives, VFDs, and motion control systems. Electrical fault finding and interpretation of schematics. Robotics and machine vision Must have working experience in experience (advantageous). Key Responsibilities Technical Support & Troubleshooting Diagnose and resolve PLC, HMI, SCADA, robotics, and motion control faults. Provide onsite and remote technical support to customers and internal teams. Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions for recurring issues. Support breakdown response and urgent technical interventions. PLC Programming & System Optimization Modify, debug, and optimize PLC programs to improve performance and reliability. Assist with commissioning new equipment, including I/O checks and system validation. Support PLC upgrades, migrations, and standardization initiatives. Maintain software backups, version control, and configuration management. Training Delivery & Development Develop and deliver structured PLC and automation training programs. Conduct classroom, onsite, and hands-on practical training sessions. Create training materials, manuals, presentations, and lab exercises. Assess trainee competency and provide coaching and mentorship. Support customer upskilling initiatives and knowledge transfer during project handover. Preventative Maintenance & Lifecycle Support Assist customers in developing preventative maintenance strategies for automation systems. Perform system audits, health checks, and firmware updates. Support spare parts identification and obsolescence management. Documentation & Knowledge Management Maintain accurate documentation including PLC programs, electrical drawings, and support records. Develop troubleshooting guides, training notes, and technical knowledge base content. Provide detailed service and training reports. Customer & Project Support Engage with customers professionally and build long-term technical relationships. Support project teams during commissioning, SAT, and production ramp-up phases. Provide operator and maintenance training during system deployment. Training & Facilitation Skills Ability to simplify complex automation concepts for technicians and operators. Strong presentation and facilitation skills. Experience developing structured training programs and learning materials. Coaching, mentoring, and competency assessment capabilities. Soft Skills & Competencies Strong analytical and problem-solving ability. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Customer-focused and service-oriented mindset. Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities. Strong organizational and documentation skills. Working Conditions Combination of office, workshop, training room, and onsite customer environments. Local and occasional regional travel required. After-hours support or training may be required. Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) Automation system uptime and fault resolution time. Training effectiveness and trainee competency outcomes. Customer satisfaction and feedback scores. Quality and completeness of technical documentation. Successful commissioning and knowledge transfer during projects. Career Progression – Potential progression into: Senior Automation Engineer Controls Training Specialist Automation Team Lead / Technical Manager Solutions Architect or Automation Consultant Optional / Advantageous Experience Functional safety and safety PLCs. Industry 4.0 / MES integration. Simulation and digital twin environments. Curriculum design and e-learning content development. Multi-language training delivery. Monthly Salary offered: R 30 000 – R 45 000 CTC per Month ( Salary package is dependent on skills, Qualifications and years of relevant experience only) Discretionary Annual Performance Bonus Please note there is a Pension Scheme which will be taken off your Net Salary, which is not negotiable. NB :The company does not pay half of the pension at all