Control & Instrumentation Engineer

Recruiter:

Communicate Recruitment

Job Ref:

CTE027839/HB

Date posted:

Thursday, March 12, 2026

Location:

Cape Town, South Africa

Salary:

800 000 Annually

SUMMARY:
Are you a technically strong Control & Instrumentation Engineer with experience in mineral processing or heavy industrial environments? If you enjoy delivering precise C&I designs and contributing to complex process plant projects within the resources sector, this opportunity could be ideal.

POSITION INFO:

Job Description:

Perform detailed control and instrumentation engineering designs, calculations, and system configurations for mineral processing and heavy industrial projects
Develop C&I technical documentation including scopes of work, instrument specifications, material take-offs, and datasheets
Support the drafting team in producing instrumentation, control system, and loop drawings aligned to process plant requirements
Coordinate technical interfaces across disciplines to ensure seamless integration within process plant environments
Prepare tender documentation, review vendor data (including instrument datasheets and I/O schedules), and support procurement of C&I equipment

Skills & Experience:

Minimum 3+ years’ post-graduate experience in control and instrumentation engineering within mineral processing, process plants, or related heavy industrial sectors
Strong understanding of plant instrumentation, control systems, and integration within processing facilities
Working knowledge of SANS and applicable international design codes and standards
Strong analytical and technical capability with the ability to deliver within budget and schedule constraints
Excellent communication skills and ability to build strong multidisciplinary stakeholder relationships

Qualification:

Minimum BTech in Electrical Engineering
Registration as an ECSA Professional Engineering Technologist advantageous

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

Contact HENDRINA BASSON on , quoting the Ref: CTE027839.

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