Automation engineer

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

Responsibilities 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 Draft machine user/operator manuals and provide 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, ensuring all drawings are relevant Implement and manage a control change request system Manage the servicing of electronic components Plan and manage routine work and unscheduled breakdowns Initiate, plan, and conduct research for projects Improve the machine fault reporting system Provide a techn...