Software Engineer in Plant Automation

SUMMARY:
Job Description: Software Engineer (Plant Automation)
Location: East Rand, Gauteng
Industry: High-Volume Manufacturing
Qualification: BTech / BEng / BSc in Software, Electrical, or Electronic Engineering

POSITION INFO:
Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain automation software and systems within a high-volume manufacturing plant.
• Program, configure, and troubleshoot PLC and SCADA systems to ensure optimal plant performance.
• Collaborate with cross-functional engineering and production teams to improve process efficiency and reliability.
• Implement system upgrades, enhancements, and migrations to support business growth.
• Manage and monitor data acquisition, reporting, and plant MIS integration.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards, quality systems, and safety regulations.
• Support system troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and corrective actions to minimize downtime.

• BTech / BEng / BSc in Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related discipline.
• 3–5 years of relevant experience in plant automation within a manufacturing or industrial environment or engineering organisation
• Strong background in PLC and SCADA programming (Siemens, Wonderware, Rockwell, or similar).
• Ideally certified with MCSA (Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate) or equivalent.
• Robotics Experience ( ABB or Kuka or similar )
• Solid understanding of network configurations, virtualization (VMware), and industrial IT systems.
• Knowledge of SQL databases, VB.Net, or other programming languages will be an advantage.

• Strong problem-solving and analytical thinking.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication skills for liaising with production and management teams.
• Passion for continuous improvement and technology-driven solutions.

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Career growth opportunities within a leading manufacturing facility.
• Exposure to advanced automation and manufacturing technologies.
• A dynamic environment focused on innovation and professional development.