Senior Control System Engineer

Recruiter:

Recruitpro Solutions

Job Ref:

Rec000211/LL

Date posted:

Monday, June 8, 2026

Location:

Somerset West, South Africa

SUMMARY:
Are you a skilled automation engineer who thrives on designing and delivering control systems from concept to commissioning? Our client designs, develops, and tests bespoke control systems tailored to client-specific requirements across a range of industries. They're looking for a Senior Control System Engineer to take ownership of cost-effective, fully functional solutions — from system architecture and PLC programming through to SCADA development, testing, and post-project support.

POSITION INFO:

Duties & Responsibilities

Design cost-effective solutions that meet customer needs and prepare functional and detailed designs of approved solutions.
Design system architecture and industrial communication networks for software implementations (Ethernet, fibre, Profinet, etc.).
Design, develop, test, and implement PLC programs according to client specifications, ensuring optimal functioning.
Design, develop, test, and implement SCADA and/or HMI applications to client specifications.
Develop simulation applications for testing and training purposes.
Test solutions to ensure they are fully functional before delivery.
Provide post-project system support, callouts, and support under Service Level Agreements (SLAs).
Provide training and assistance to clients so they can operate the system within design constraints.

Experience & Qualifications

Degree, Technical Diploma, or NQF equivalent in Electrical, Electronic, or Mechatronic Engineering.
5+ years of relevant industrial automation experience.
Practical experience in control system design, development, FAT testing, and commissioning.
Intermediate to advanced PLC programming, with hands-on experience in at least two of: Siemens, Schneider, Allen Bradley, Omron, Beckhoff, Mitsubishi.
Intermediate to advanced SCADA development, with hands-on experience in at least two of: Wonderware, Siemens, Schneider, Allen Bradley, Adroit.
Intermediate to advanced understanding of relational databases and report generation, with practical experience in Microsoft SQL and Microsoft Reporting Services.
Experience in Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES), Building Management Systems (BMS), and Environmental Management Systems (EMS) advantageous.
Exposure to the FMCG, Food & Beverage, and Milling industries advantageous.

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