C & I Engineer

Recruiter:

Communicate Recruitment

Job Ref:

CTE028213/HB

Date posted:

Tuesday, June 9, 2026

Location:

Midrand, South Africa

SUMMARY:
Are you a C&I Engineer with hands-on experience in industrial environments and a passion for optimising control systems? This role offers the opportunity to work on complex process systems, improve plant performance, and deliver reliable automation solutions within a technically advanced engineering environment.

POSITION INFO:

Job Description:

Design, develop, and maintain control and instrumentation systems
Support plant operations by ensuring optimal system performance and reliability
Develop control philosophies, logic, and instrumentation specifications
Monitor and troubleshoot control systems to minimise downtime and improve efficiency
Work closely with operations and maintenance teams to resolve system issues
Assist in system upgrades, modifications, and optimisation projects
Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and industry standards
Conduct system testing, commissioning, and performance validation
Interpret technical drawings, P&IDs, and control system documentation
Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams on process improvements

Skills & Experience:

Minimum 5 years’ experience as a C&I Engineer
Experience in the mineral processing and/or mining industry
Strong knowledge of control systems, PLCs, and instrumentation
Experience with process control and plant automation systems
Ability to troubleshoot and optimise industrial control systems
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Good communication and teamwork ability
Ability to work in a fast-paced, operational environment

Qualification:

BEng / BTech Degree in Electrical, Electronic, or Mechatronics Engineering

Only South African Residents or individuals with a relevant South African work permit will be considered.

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