Electromechanical/Mechatronics Engineer

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support the operation, maintenance, troubleshooting and optimisation of industrial production machinery.
• Diagnose technical problems involving mechanical, electrical, electromechanical and automated systems.
• Apply PLC programming knowledge to support machine control, fault-finding, automation and process improvements.
• Utilise Python programming for technical applications, data analysis, process automation or engineering problem-solving, where applicable.
• Assist with programming, testing, commissioning and modification of automated equipment.
• Interpret technical drawings, electrical schematics, control diagrams and machine documentation.
• Investigate recurring machinery faults and implement solutions to improve equipment reliability.
• Assist with engineering projects, equipment installations, upgrades and commissioning activities.
• Identify opportunities to improve production efficiency, machine performance and process reliability.
• Collect, analyse and interpret machine performance and production data.
• Collaborate with production, maintenance and engineering teams to resolve technical issues.
• Support preventative maintenance initiatives and continuous improvement projects.
• Ensure compliance with relevant engineering, operational and safety standards.

TECHNICAL SKILLS & COMPETENCIES
Candidates must demonstrate technical capability in industrial machinery and programming.
Essential requirements:

• Strong technical understanding of industrial machinery and manufacturing equipment.
• Knowledge of mechanical, electrical and electromechanical systems.
• PLC programming experience or demonstrable PLC programming capability.
• Python programming experience or demonstrable Python programming capability.
• Practical ability to troubleshoot technical and machinery-related problems.
• Understanding of machine control, automation principles and production processes.
• Ability to analyse technical problems and develop logical, practical solutions.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, schematics and engineering documentation.
• Strong analytical, logical-thinking and problem-solving skills.
• A hands-on approach to engineering, machinery and technical fault-finding.

Advantageous additional experience:

• Experience with Siemens, Allen-Bradley/Rockwell or other industrial PLC platforms.
• Exposure to HMI systems, SCADA, sensors, instrumentation and industrial control systems.
• Experience with automated production lines, robotics or process-control equipment.
• Exposure to mechanical drives, motors, conveyors, pumps, pneumatics and hydraulics.
• Experience with machinery used in paper manufacturing, corrugated packaging, packaging lines or food and beverage processing.
• Knowledge of production data collection, machine monitoring and performance optimisation.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

• Matric.
• BEng, BSc or BTech in Electromechanical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Electrical Engineering or a closely related engineering discipline.
• Entry-level graduates through to engineers with a maximum of 4 years relevant experience will be considered. Salary will be in alignment to experience
• Demonstrable PLC and/or Python programming capability is mandatory for consideration.
• Relevant hands-on technical, machinery, automation or programming exposure is required.
• Experience in paper, packaging, FMCG, food and beverage or other industrial manufacturing environments will be highly advantageous.