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Automation Engineer

Persona Staff
Cape Town Full-day Full-time

Description:

Our client based in the Northern Suburbs is looking for an Automation Engineer to join their team. REQUIREMENTS
  • Tertiary engineering education.
  • 3 to 5 Years experience in implementing industrial automation and process control solutions.
  • Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced multi-tasking environment.
  • Be willing to work long hours as and when required.
  • Be willing to travel and work away from home.
  • A valid driver’s license.
  • A valid passport.
  • You must be able to legally work in South Africa.
DESIRED SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE
  • Familiar with Schneider EcoStruxure Machine, Automation & Control Expert, Vijeo Designer.
  • Familiar with Aveva Wonderware InTouch, System Platform, Historian, Plant SCADA (Citect).
  • Familiar with Siemens TIA Portal, Step 7.
  • Familiar with Rockwell Automation Allen Bradley RS Logix 500/5000.
  • Familiar with Inductive Automation Ignition SCADA.
  • Knowledge of PLC's, SCADA, SQL, MS Windows & MS Server.
  • Knowledge of Ethernet network configurations.

RESPONSIBILITIES
Include but are not limited to:
  • Industrial automation and process control engineering functions.
  • Design and implementation of automation systems.
  • PLC programming.
  • SCADA development and programming.
  • MES & reporting system development.
  • Factory acceptance testing.
  • Commissioning on site.
  • Support assistance on site.
  • Support / breakdown assistance on site.

REMUNERATION
  • Market related salary including a travel allowance.
  • Contribution towards a medical plan and towards a group scheme (disability and death).
  • A company PC and mobile phone will be provided as well.

To apply, please send your CV with your salary expectations to natasha@personastaff.co.za

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Should you not receive feedback within 48 hours, please accept your application as unsuccessful.

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Requirements:

  • Tertiary engineering education.
  • 3 to 5 Years experience in implementing industrial automation and process control solutions.
  • Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced multi-tasking environment.
  • Be willing to work long hours as and when required.
  • Be willing to travel and work away from home.
  • A valid driver’s license.
  • A valid passport.
  • You must be able to legally work in South Africa.
  • Familiar with Schneider EcoStruxure Machine, Automation & Control Expert, Vijeo Designer.
  • Familiar with Aveva Wonderware InTouch, System Platform, Historian, Plant SCADA (Citect).
  • Familiar with Siemens TIA Portal, Step 7.
  • Familiar with Rockwell Automation Allen Bradley RS Logix 500/5000.
  • Familiar with Inductive Automation Ignition SCADA.
  • Knowledge of PLC's, SCADA, SQL, MS Windows & MS Server.
  • Knowledge of Ethernet network configurations.
  • Industrial automation and process control engineering functions.
  • Design and implementation of automation systems.
  • PLC programming.
  • SCADA development and programming.
  • MES & reporting system development.
  • Factory acceptance testing.
  • Commissioning on site.
  • Support assistance on site.
  • Support / breakdown assistance on site.
  • Market related salary including a travel allowance.
  • Contribution towards a medical plan and towards a group scheme (disability and death).
  • A company PC and mobile phone will be provided as well.
22 Jan 2026;   from: careers24.com

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