Industrial Automation Engineer

1 month ago


Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape, South Africa On Line Personnel Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a skilled Industrial Automation Engineer to join our team at On Line Personnel. The successful candidate will be responsible for installing, configuring, and troubleshooting industrial automation systems, ensuring seamless production processes and optimal equipment performance.

Job Summary

The Industrial Automation Engineer role involves repairing faulty equipment, resolving PLC and robotic electronic communication issues, analysing faults, and implementing improvements to current PLC programs. You will also be required to work closely with maintenance teams, technicians, and equipment suppliers to resolve complex equipment problems and ensure pending or recurring faults are eliminated.

Key Responsibilities
  1. Repair and maintain industrial equipment, including faulty modules and miscellaneous electronic equipment, to ensure availability of spare parts and equipment.
  2. Resolve PLC and robotic electronic communication issues to prevent re-occurring communication faults and ensure uninterrupted production process.
  3. Analyse and fault find PLC and equipment faults, such as tox, networks, and robot technology, to ensure achievement of quality requirements and efficient production process.
  4. Analyse PLC programs to resolve and determine root causes of Interbus or Profinet network errors, and implement corrective actions to ensure uninterrupted production runs.
  5. Maintain and improve current PLC programs to build more robust systems, and consult with technicians on shift who are doing the same improvements.
  6. Fault find, set up, and program SEW drives using diagnostics software/tools such as Movitools, Motion Studio.
  7. Document production stoppages, severe breakdowns, problem sheets, knowledge Management System sheets, and PM schedules to ensure all maintenance activities are documented and knowledge is retained.
  8. Conduct root cause analysis of breakdowns immediately after completion, by analysing the causes, countermeasures, and actions, and recording and reporting on required control sheets and documents.
Requirements
  • National Nated Diploma/ National Diploma/ B Tech/B Eng./ B Sc. Degree in Electrical Engineering/ Mechatronics.
  • Minimum of 5 years in vehicle manufacturing maintenance and/or technical environment.
  • Siemens PLC and robot training is a requisite.
  • Able to read E-Plan Electrical and Pneumatic drawings.
  • Strong analytical, diagnostic capabilities, and problem-solving ability.
  • Prepared to undergo and successfully pass an appropriate assessment.
  • Good attendance record.
What We Offer

As an Industrial Automation Engineer at On Line Personnel, you will have access to:

  • A competitive salary range of R550,000 - R600,000 per month, commensurate with qualification and experience, plus benefits.
  • Ongoing training and development opportunities to enhance your skills and expertise.
  • A collaborative and dynamic work environment that values innovation and excellence.
  • Opportunities for career growth and advancement within the company.


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