Job Summary
Qualifications
- Matric
- Millwright certificate
- Diploma or degree in Mechatronics, Automation Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field
Requirements
- Minimum 3+ years of experience in industrial automation or a similar role.
- Hands-on expertise in Siemens and Beckhoff systems.
- Knowledge of industrial drive systems and troubleshooting hybrid mechanical and automation issues
- Occasional travel to customer sites or HQ in Italy for training and support
Duties
- Automation Software Proficiency:
- Expertise in Siemens and Beckhoff platforms.
- Advanced troubleshooting skills in PLCs, SCADA, and motion control systems.
- Drive System Knowledge:
- Strong understanding of servo drives, VFDs, and communication protocols (PROFINET, EtherCAT, Modbus).
- Basic Mechanical Knowledge:
- Familiarity with mechanical components and their integration with automation systems.
- Technical Support:
- Diagnose and resolve software, drive system, and mechanical issues in filling line machinery.
- Provide remote and on-site assistance to customers and technicians for troubleshooting and maintenance.
- Liaison:
- Communicate effectively with the HQ in Italy to escalate complex issues requiring advanced support.
- Coordinate with field technicians to ensure seamless problem resolution.
- Software Expertise:
- Basic knowledgeof Siemens TIA Portal, Step 7, WinCC, and Beckhoff TwinCAT for programming, diagnostics, and troubleshooting.
- Configure and troubleshoot motion control systems, including servo drivesand VFDs.
- Basic Mechanical Support:
- Assist with diagnosing and resolving issues involving mechanical components such as gearboxes, actuators, and conveyor systems.
- Interpret mechanical drawings and provide guidance for hybrid problems involving mechanical and automation systems.
- Documentation and Training:
- Maintain detailed logs of support requests, troubleshooting steps, and solutions.
- Contribute to creating user guides and FAQs for common technical issues.
Objective Personnel
1977
Clearwater Office Park, Block E, Cnr Atlas & Park Roads, Parkhaven Ext 3
2-10
Recruiter
About
Objective Personnel is a professional recruitment partner and placement agency that has been making it’s mark on the industry for over 40 years. The company boasts a highly stream-lined service that offers its clients the freedom to focus on running their businesses while Objective Personnel deals with recruitment.
Objective Personnel is well suited to filling any vacancy, from entry level to the CEO, and everything in between. If your business has employment opportunities that need filling, Objective Personnel will help you fill them with competent and qualified screened candidates.
Situated near Johannesburg, Objective Personnel focuses on the whole of South Africa.