Senior Control Systems Engineer / Automation Engineer

Introduction

Our client, Electrical Engineering specializes in EC&I turnkey projects, providing expertise in Electrical and Automation Engineering for industries such as water treatment, distillation, food processing, and product handling. They are a leader in control and automation development, serving clients in sectors such as Water, Beverages, Food, Wine, Dairy, Mining, and Power Generation. The company delivers tailored engineering solutions, ensuring efficiency and innovation for diverse industrial applications.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Senior Control Systems Engineer / Automation Engineer required to join a dynamic industrial automation solutions provider.
• Work with a team of experienced and skilled automation engineers.
• Design and implementation of industrial automation systems for automation projects.
• Program PLCs, HMIs, SCADA systems, and related hardware.
• MES & reporting system development.
• Factory acceptance testing.
• Commissioning on site.
• Support / breakdown assistance on site.
• Ensure compliance with safety and industry standards.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Mentor and develop engineering talent within the team.

Required skills & knowledge

• Expertise in Schneider Electric control systems.
• Expertise in Aveva solutions.
• Expertise in Siemens control systems.
• Expertise in Rockwell Automation control systems.
• Expertise in Inductive Automation solutions.
• Expertise in SQL, MS Windows & MS Server.
• Expertise with Ethernet network configurations.
• Expertise in the following industries; Food & Beverage, Oil & Gas, Water & Wastewater, Warehousing & Distribution.

Desired Experience & Qualification

• Tertiary engineering education.
• 5 Years experience in designing and implementing industrial automation and process control solutions.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work in a team environment.
• Excellent communication and client-facing abilities.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced multi-tasking environment.
• Willingness to work extended hours when required.
• Willingness to travel and work away from home when required.
• Meticulous attention to detail.
• A valid driver’s license.
• A valid passport.