Automation Engineer

Recruiter:

Communicate Recruitment

Job Ref:

CTE028526/SB

Date posted:

Friday, August 14, 2026

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

SUMMARY:
Are you an Automation Engineer with 1-3 years of experience looking to advance your career in industrial automation and control systems? I'm interested in connecting with ambitious professionals working within automation, PLC programming, and process control environments.

POSITION INFO:
Job Description: Assist in the design and implementation of automation solutions Support PLC, HMI, and SCADA development activities Conduct testing, commissioning, and troubleshooting of systems Participate in continuous improvement initiatives Collaborate with engineering teams and project stakeholders Prepare technical documentation and reports Skills & Experience: 1-3 years of Automation Engineering experience Exposure to PLC programming and industrial control systems Basic understanding of SCADA and HMI systems Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills Ability to work effectively within a team environment Excellent communication skills Qualification: BEng, BSc, BTech, or National Diploma in Electrical, Electronic, Mechatronic, or Automation Engineering Only South African Residents or individuals with a relevant South African work permit will be considered. Connect with us on and Register your CV to create a profile and to view all our Engineering recruitment vacancies. Let us assist you with your career. For further Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Building and Construction, Electronic Engineering, Electrical Engineering and Mechanical Engineering jobs.

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