Senior Industrial Automation Engineer

Recruiter:

Recruitpro Solutions

Job Ref:

Rec000101/LL

Date posted:

Thursday, June 18, 2026

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

SUMMARY:
We are recruiting on behalf of our client, a leading automation engineering firm based in Edenvale, Johannesburg. The client is seeking a highly skilled Senior Industrial Automation Engineer to take technical ownership of complex automation projects while providing guidance and mentorship to junior engineers.

POSITION INFO:
Duties and Responsibilities Lead the design, development, and implementation of industrial automation systems Take technical responsibility for complex automation projects from concept through to commissioning Ensure all automation solutions comply with relevant engineering standards and client specifications Provide mentorship and technical guidance to engineers within the automation team Review system designs, code, and documentation to ensure quality and consistency Support integration, testing, and troubleshooting of automation systems on site and remotely Collaborate with project managers, clients, and multidisciplinary engineering teams Experience and Qualifications Minimum 7 years' experience in industrial automation engineering Strong hands-on experience with Siemens automation platforms Proven experience leading or taking ownership of automation projects Ability to mentor and technically support other engineers BEng or Bachelor of Engineering in Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Mechatronics, or Industrial Engineering

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