Applications Engineer

Recruiter:

Communicate Recruitment

Job Ref:

CTE028073/Matth

Date posted:

Tuesday, May 12, 2026

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

Salary:

360 000 Annually

SUMMARY:
We are looking for a technically minded Applications Engineer who enjoys solving real-world manufacturing challenges with smart digital solutions. This role combines industrial automation, software development, and systems integration to help clients improve production efficiency, visibility, and reliability.
You’ll work where OT meets IT — connecting machines, data, and people (and occasionally explaining to a PLC why it cannot simply “try turning itself off and on again”). The ideal candidate is equally comfortable troubleshooting on a factory floor and developing scalable software solutions in a collaborative engineering environment.

POSITION INFO:

Job Description:

Collaborate with stakeholders to analyse and document operational, technical, and business requirements across OT and IT environments
Design, develop, deploy, and maintain industrial software applications, including HMI and SCADA solutions
Develop and manage database structures, optimise queries, and maintain reliable data integrity across SQL and NoSQL platforms
Design and implement APIs and integration interfaces between PLCs, SCADA systems, IIoT devices, ERP platforms, and analytics tools
Contribute to system architecture, testing, cybersecurity practices, and overall solution validation
Support software deployments, troubleshooting, technical documentation, and continuous system improvements
Work closely with multidisciplinary engineering teams to deliver practical, scalable, and future-focused solutions

Skills & Experience:

Minimum 2+ years’ experience within industrial automation or a related engineering environment
Experience with PLC, SCADA, DCS, or similar industrial control systems
Exposure to systems integration using databases, APIs, and protocols such as REST, MQTT, or OPC UA
Understanding of industrial networking fundamentals and basic cybersecurity principles
Experience working within FMCG, Mining, Water, Manufacturing, or related industrial sectors
Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving ability
Effective communication skills with the ability to work across technical and operational teams
Passion for innovative technology, automation, and continuous improvement

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechatronic Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field
Proficiency in Python, C#, Java, and SQL
Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel

Only South African Residents or individuals with a relevant South African work permit will be considered.

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