Automation Engineer

Recruiter:

Kempston Group

Job Ref:

EL000203/TP

Date posted:

Thursday, June 25, 2026

Location:

Cape Town, South Africa

SUMMARY:
Our client in Cape Town is seeking an experienced, methodical and process-driven Automation Engineer to join their team. The successful candidate will be responsible for problem solving and the management of daily work tasks.

POSITION INFO:
Duties Build and maintain various SCADA packages Drive plant optimization and visualization Manage the standardization of all control systems Record the bill of materials Drafting of Machine user\/operator manuals and providing training on the operations Develop automated reports on machine performance, breakdowns and stoppages Manage projects, machine upgrades and machine control replacements Update electrical and control drawings and ensure all drawings are relevant. Implement and manage a control change request system Managing the servicing of any electronic components Planning and managing of routine jobs, unscheduled breakdowns Initiating, planning and conducting research for projects Improve the machine fault reporting system Provide a technical report on machine failure based on failure reports Ensure calibrated instrumentation are serviced and meets the required tolerances Assist the electrical department with fault finding Provide remote after hour support with breakdowns Apply Health and Safety Requirements: Minimum of 10 years working experience in a heavy industry Relevant tertiary qualification Strong Scada development skills (Ignition, Factory Talk, Sematic WinCC) Strong PLC programing skills (Delta, AllenâBradley, Siemens) Ability to integrate different devices to a PLC and Scada system Good understanding of different communication protocols (Modbus, TCP, Ethernet\/IP) Java scripting would be an added benefit Able to work in a pressurized and demanding environment Must have your own reliable transport Must have a valid driver's license Computer literate (MS Word, MS Excel) Strong administrative ability Experience working with an Electronic Maintenance system (CWorks) Knowledgeable on the Occupational Health & Safety Act

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