Automation and Process Optimization Engineer

1 month ago


Middelburg, Mpumalanga, South Africa Express Employment Professionals Full time

Job Overview:


We are seeking an experienced Automation and Process Optimization Engineer to join our team at Express Employment Professionals. The successful candidate will be responsible for automating processes and improving process control to tight specifications in a highly automated hot rolling mill environment.


Responsibilities:



  • Implement automation upgrades based on world best practices in steel heating and rolling theory and principles.
  • Study currently used modelling and control logic, prioritizing software upgrades based on literature studies, own in-plant research, or as guided by PC&D management or other subject experts in the team.
  • Maintain close control on critical product characteristics, investigating and assisting to reduce equipment failure in the incumbent's field of expertise.
  • Investigate all modelling and control system failures and associated deviations to implement corrective and preventive actions.
  • Implement solutions to assist with process and product development in association with Level 1 or 2, Technical and Production departments through consultation with other disciplines/departments.

Key Skills and Qualifications:



  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Electronic, Metallurgical or Mechanical Engineering, or Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field.
  • Experience in Software development (C, C++, C#, Visual Basic, etc.), specifically in the engineering control software field.
  • Knowledge of Level 2 type first principal models for heating and rolling technology.
  • Creative and strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
  • Experience working in a manufacturing or industrial environment is a plus.

What We Offer:


$80,000 - $110,000 per year, depending on experience and qualifications. We also offer a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plan, and paid time off.



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