Control Systems Engineer

Recruiter:

Network Recruitment

Job Ref:

NES024529/RS

Date posted:

Monday, February 9, 2026

Location:

Pretoria, South Africa

SUMMARY:
We are looking for a skilled Control Systems Engineer to join our engineering team and play a key role in the design, development, and commissioning of industrial control systems across a range of projects.

POSITION INFO:
We are looking for a skilled Control Systems Engineer to join our engineering team and play a key role in the design, development, and commissioning of industrial control systems across a range of projects.

The Role

As a Control Systems Engineer, you will be responsible for delivering robust, safe, and efficient automation solutions from concept through to commissioning and handover. You’ll work closely with multidisciplinary teams, clients, and site personnel to ensure systems meet technical and operational requirements.

Key Responsibilities

Design and develop control systems for industrial and manufacturing environments
PLC programming (e.g. Siemens, Allen-Bradley, Schneider, Mitsubishi)
HMI/SCADA development and configuration
Produce control philosophies, FDS, I/O lists, and technical documentation
FAT, SAT, and on-site commissioning support
Troubleshoot and modify existing control systems
Ensure compliance with relevant safety standards and regulations

About You

BEng Degree in Electrical, Electronic or Mechatronic Engineering
Proven experience in industrial control systems
Experience with SCADA/HMI systems
Understanding of industrial networks and instrumentation
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Willingness to travel to customer sites when required

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