Control Systems Engineer

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

Job Objectives

• 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 industrial communication networks for software implementations (ethernet, fiber, Profinet etc.)
• To design, develop, test and implement SCADA / HMI applications according to client specifications and ensure the optimal functioning thereof
• To develop simulation applications for testing and training purposes
• To perform FAT to ensure that the designed solution is fully functional
• To implement the complete solution at the client and ensure the optimal functioning thereof
• To perform SAT to ensure that the designed solution is fully functional
• To provide training and assistance to the client to ensure that the client is able to use the system within the design constraints
• To provide post project system support for the client as and when required

Qualifications, Experience & Knowledge

• Degree, Technical Diploma or NQF equivalent in Electrical, Electronic, Computer, or Mechatronic Engineering
• 3-5 years of relevant industrial automation experience
• Practical experience in Control System Design, Development, FAT and Commissioning
• An intermediate to advanced understanding of fiber networks and the methodology thereof and practical experience in Ethernet networks and switches
• An intermediate to advanced understanding of PLC programming and the methodology thereof with practical experience in at least one of the following industry automation platforms: Siemens, Schneider, Allan Bradley, Omron, Beckhoff, Mitsubishi, Allan Bradley preferred
• An intermediate to advanced understanding of SCADA development and the methodology thereof with practical experience in at least one of the following industry supervisory platforms: Wonderware, Siemens, Schneider, Allan Bradley, Adroit will be an advantage
• Exposure to mining industry will be an advantage
• Frequent travel will be required
• Analytical thinking
• Interpersonal, team and relationship building skills
• 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