Junior Electrical/Mechatronic Engineer (PLC & Automation)

Confidential • johannesburg, johannesburg • Posted June 14, 2026

About the Role

Key Responsibilities
Electrical Maintenance & Support
  • Assist in maintaining and troubleshooting electrical systems on production lines and plant equipment.
  • Support fault-finding activities on electrical control circuits and automated machinery.
  • Respond to electrical and automation breakdowns to minimise production downtime.
  • Conduct routine inspections of motors, drives, sensors, instrumentation, and electrical panels.
  • Assist with preventative and predictive maintenance programmes.
  • Ensure all work is performed in accordance with electrical safety standards and company procedures.
PLC Programming & Automation
  • Assist with PLC programming, troubleshooting, modification, and commissioning activities.
  • Support the development and optimisation of machine control logic.
  • Assist with HMI and SCADA configuration and troubleshooting.