Automation Engineer

Job description

The Engineering department has a vacancy for an Automation Engineer. The position requires an experienced, methodical, process-driven individual. The successful candidate will be responsible for problem solving and the management of daily work tasks.

• Build and maintain various SCADA packages
• Drive plant optimization and visualization
• Manage the standardization of all control systems
• Record the bill of materials for all SA Metal machines
• Drafting of Machine user/operator manuals and providing training on the operations
• Develop automated reports on machine performance, breakdowns and stoppages
• Manage projects, machine upgrades and machine control replacements
• Update electrical and control drawings, ensure all drawings are relevant.
• Implement and manage a control change request system
• Managing the servicing of any electronic components
• Planning and managing of routine jobs, unscheduled breakdowns
• Initiating, planning and conducting research for projects
• Improve the machine fault reporting system
• Provide a technical report on machine failure based on failure reports
• Ensure calibrated instrumentation are serviced and meets the required tolerances
• Assist the electrical department with fault finding
• Provide remote after hour support with breakdowns
• Provide technical support and collaborate with our Gauteng branches
• Provide technical support and collaborate with SA Steelworks
• Practice and apply Health and Safety practice

• Minimum of 10 years working experience in a similar or heavy industry
• Relevant tertiary qualification
• Strong Scada development skills (Ignition, Factory Talk, Sematic WinCC)
• Strong PLC programming skills (Delta, Allen? Bradley, Siemens)
• Ability to integrate different devices to a PLC and Scada system
• Good understanding of different communication protocols (Modbus, TCP, Ethernet/IP)
• Java scripting would be an added benefit
• Able to work in a pressurized and demanding environment
• Must have your own reliable transport
• Must have a valid driver’s license
• Sound communication skills (understand, read and write English)
• Computer literate (MS Word, MS Excel)
• Strong administrative ability
• Experience working with an Electronic Maintenance system (CWorks)
• Knowledgeable on the Occupational Health & Safety Act
• Must be prepared to work overtime when required

• Must be physical fit and able to work at heights
• Must be of sober habits
• Hands on practical approach to the job
• Hard working and self-motivated
• Good interpersonal and leadership skills
• Time management and organizational skills
• Display a professional work approach
• Result-driven
• Logical and detail orientated
• Excellent standards in execution
• Commitment to a strong business ethic and integrity
• Priority management
• Excellent communication skills on all levels
• Ability to lead by example
• Critical thinking and conflict resolution ability

Reporting to: Engineering Divisional Directors

Job type: Permanent position

• Provident fund
• Life cover at 4x annual salary
• Funeral cover
• Medical aid – Hospital Plan with Discovery Health
• 15x paid leave days per annum
• Long service leave after five years of employment

07h30–17h00:
Monday – Thursday

07h30–16h00:
Friday

May be required to work overtime as per operational requirements

We offer a highly competitive package depending on the extent of the applicant’s qualifications and experience.