Automation Engineer - Staff Solutions
Pietermaritzburg, Kwazulu-Natal 1 month ago Permanent Salary - Market Related
Automation Engineer
Staff Solutions
Pietermaritzburg, Kwazulu-Natal
Date Created : 1 month ago
Job Type : Permanent
Salary : Market Related
Project Management:
- Create and track timing plans for overall scope and individual activities.
- Ensure milestones are achieved on time
- Stakeholder engagement and management- Communicate clearly and objectively.
- Evaluate and estimate capex for new projects
- Track planned vs actual expenditure
- Put together BOM’s
- Engage with Vendors for quotes
- Conceptualize new Machine Designs
- Work with internal, local & international designers / machine builders
- Propose concepts
- Spec automation components
- Understanding of mechanical machinery / assembly jigs and operating principles
- Understanding of pneumatic systems
- Understanding of hydraulic systems
- Understanding of electrical systems
- Conduct and support design reviews
- Develop and design control systems for automated machinery.
- Create detailed wiring schematics and diagrams.
- Wire control panels according to design specifications.
- Ensure the proper installation of electrical components.
- Specify and select appropriate electrical components for automation systems.
- Work closely with vendors to source necessary components.
- Install and integrate electrical systems into existing production machinery.
- Collaborate with other engineering disciplines to ensure seamless integration.
- Develop and implement PLC programs to control and monitor machinery.
- Troubleshoot and debug PLC code as needed.
- Conduct thorough testing of automated systems to ensure functionality and reliability.
- Commission systems for full-scale production.
Job Requirements:
- 5+ years’ minimum relative experience
- Proven experience in designing and implementing automated systems
- Strong proficiency in PLC programming and troubleshooting.
- Knowledge of industrial communication protocols (e.g., Modbus, Profibus).
- Familiarity with electrical CAD software.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
- Effective communication and teamwork abilities.
- N Dip / B-tech Electrical / Mechatronic Engineering
- Experience with Siemens and Phoenix Contact PLC Next
- Project Management
- PLC Training Courses and Certification
- Automotive Industry Experience
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