Automation Engineer Location: Uitenhage, Eastern Cape Contract: Temp contract – July 2024 to October 2025 Our client in auto manufacturing requires an Automation Engineer on a temporary contract to evaluate, conceptualise, develop specifications, and coordinate the design, manufacturing, and installation of facilities to improve existing manufacturing systems, production processes, and efficiency. Duties: Preparing specifications for facilities (enquiries, cost estimates, project justifications, and technical evaluation of tenders) requirements. Frequent liaising with external suppliers and internal customers. Managing contractors' work and ensuring adherence to project requirements, relevant safety requirements, and standards. Consulting with other planning sections in an advisory capacity or service provider, to meet their needs for continuous improvement of equipment/systems. Establishing project timing plans and project control to ensure the adherence to deadlines, cost, and quality. Preparing information for management decision-making and strategic planning with regards to cost and potential production solutions. Managing SQL data for facilities and systems to support production. Developing in-house and innovative solutions for production challenges. Using various engineering techniques (Civil, Industrial, Mechanical, and Electrical) to achieve the best holistic solutions. Qualification requirements: Have a National Diploma or Degree in Mechatronics/Electrical/Electronic Engineering. At least 3 years of relevant experience in a production environment. Have in-depth knowledge of line automation and visualization equipment and processes, layouts, and Final Assembly facilities. Have knowledge and working understanding of Siemens PLCs, robotics, networks, automation standards, and other automated equipment. Knowledge and understanding of programming fundamentals. Have the ability to conduct meetings and must be able to communicate at all levels. Must be flexible, positive, self-driven, and a team player. Be able to work under pressure. Proven analytical skills with an innovative approach to problem-solving. Computer Literacy (MS Office). Be prepared to travel locally and abroad as and when required. #J-18808-Ljbffr