About the position
Location: Kariega, Port Elizabeth
Contract: 12-month fixed term contract
Exciting Opportunity for an Experienced Electronic Automation/ Electronic Instrumentation Technician
A leading manufacturing and engineering environment is seeking a skilled Electronic Automation/ Electronic Instrumentation Technician to join its Product Engineering team. This role is ideal for a hands-on professional with strong automation, PLC, SCADA, and instrumentation experience who thrives in a highly technical testing and engineering environment
Key Responsibilities
- Perform preventative and routine maintenance on electronic equipment, automation systems, PCs, PLCs, and related devices
- Conduct fault finding and repairs to minimize equipment downtime
- Assist with the design, installation, commissioning, and optimization of new equipment and systems
- Perform in-house calibration of electronic instruments and measuring equipment
- Manage calibration processes with external service providers
- Maintain technical documentation in line with quality management requirements
- Develop and update operational procedures, schematics, and maintenance documentation
Minimum Requirements
- Grade 12 / Matric
- Relevant tertiary qualification (minimum N6/S3)
- Relevant Trade Test qualification
- Minimum 5 years' experience in an industrial automation or electronics environment
Technical Expertise Required
- Design, development, and installation of small automation systems
- SCADA systems configuration and programming (Adroit experience advantageous)
- Siemens PLC setup and programming
- Wonderware exposure beneficial
- PLC programming using RS Logix or RS Logix 5000
- EPLAN or similar electrical design software
- Industrial communication networks (Ethernet, RS232, Profibus, etc.)
- Calibration of sensitive measuring equipment including load cells, temperature controllers, and data loggers
- Exposure to robotics
Knowledge and Skills
- Strong fault-finding and problem-solving abilities
- Good understanding of measurement principles, PCs, and PLCs
- Knowledge of quality management systems
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
- Practical, hands-on approach to maintenance and engineering activities
Personal Attributes
- Self-motivated, energetic, and results driven
- Responsible, dependable, and able to work independently
- Strong interpersonal and cross-cultural communication skills
- Reliable, punctual, and committed to high-quality work
- Team-oriented with a willingness to share knowledge and contribute beyond core responsibilities
Additional Requirements
- Willingness to work overtime, standby shifts, and weekends when required
- Availability for international travel of up to three months at a time
- German language skills would be advantageous
Desired Skills:
- Automation/Instrumentation Technician
- Automation/Instrumentation Technician
- Automation/Instrumentation Technician
