Automation Engineer

Recruiter:

Network Contracting

Job Ref:

NCM002196/MAR

Date posted:

Monday, March 31, 2025

Location:

Brits, South Africa

Salary:

800000 Annually

SUMMARY:
Automation Engineer – FMCG Plant (North West, South Africa) ð
Are you passionate about PLC programming, automation, and optimising filling & packaging machines? Join a leading FMCG manufacturing plant in Brits and take your career to the next level!
Only Degreed Candidates Please
ð¹ Position: Automation Engineer
ð¹ Industry: FMCG Manufacturing
ð¹ Location: North West, South Africa
ð¹ Experience: 5 to 10 years in a relevant role
ð¹ Qualification: Engineering degree in Control & Instrumentation, Electrical, or Mechatronics

POSITION INFO:
Key Responsibilities:
â Program and troubleshoot PLCs to ensure optimal plant automation.
â Set up, calibrate, and optimise filling & packaging machines for efficiency.
â Implement and maintain SCADA & HMI systems.
â Drive continuous improvement projects for automation and efficiency gains.
â Work closely with production and maintenance teams to minimise downtime.
What We’re Looking For:
â Solid experience in PLC programming (Siemens, Allen Bradley, or similar).
â Hands-on expertise in instrumentation & automation within an FMCG environment.
â Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work under pressure.
â A passion for innovation, efficiency, and smart manufacturing.
Ideally we would prefer a person from FMCG, but we would also consider a person from Automotive and Heave Manufacturing.

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