Automation Engineer

Kempston Recruitment · Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa

Location
Cape Town
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
June 26, 2026

Job Description

Our client in Cape Town is seeking an experienced, methodical and process-driven Automation Engineer to join their team. The successful candidate will be responsible for problem solving and the management of daily work tasks.

Duties
Build and maintain various SCADA packages
Drive plant optimization and visualization
Manage the standardization of all control systems
Record the bill of materials 
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 and 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
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