CONTROL SYSTEMS ENGINEER ( Pretoria)

Introduction

Our client is seeking a motivated and technically capable Control Systems Engineer to join their team in Pretoria.

The ideal candidate should have 3–5 years of relevant experience in the mining industry , with a solid understanding of control systems and the technical requirements of the industry.

We are looking for someone who has practical, hands-on technical experience and can apply their knowledge in real-world working environments, rather than relying solely on theoretical knowledge. The successful candidate should demonstrate strong technical capabilities, a willingness to learn, and the potential to grow and develop their skills and expertise within the industry.

Duties & Responsibilities

• To design a cost effective solution for projects in order to meet the customer needs.

• Prepare a detailed design of the approved solution for the client and ensure the effective development thereof.

• To design system architecture for software implementations.

• To design industrial communication networks for software implementations (ethernet, fibre, Profinet, etc.)

• To develop PLC programs for a client for implementation of their requirements.

• To develop SCADA and/or HMI applications according to client specifications.

• To develop simulation applications for testing and training purposes.

• Test the solution to ensure that the designed solution is totally functional.

• To implement the complete solution at the client and ensure the optimal functioning thereof.

• 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.

• Standby for Service Level Agreement.

Key Requirements

3–5 years of relevant experience in the mining industry.

A sound technical understanding of control systems and their application within the mining sector.

Practical, hands-on experience and the ability to apply technical knowledge to real-world challenges.

Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.

A willingness to learn, grow, and develop professionally within the industry.

The ability to adapt to new technologies and technical challenges.

Desired Experience & Qualification

• Degree, Technical Diploma or NQF Equivalent in Electrical, Electronic or Mechatronic Engineering.

• At least 5 year operational and design experience (inclusive of relevant design program exposure).

• Experience of control system design.

• International control system specifications and standards.

• Knowledge of PLC and SCADA systems.

• Experience in some of the following: Schneider Control expert, Aveva Systems Platform (Wonderware) certified (certification will be advantageous)

• Rockwell and Siemens PLC & SCADA experience

• Exposure and/or knowledge of mines Health and Safety Act.

• Exposure to mining industry.