Automated Technician - Automation Lead

SUMMARY:
Automated Technician

POSITION INFO:

Position: Automation Technician

Our client, an industrial automation and robotics company, is seeking an experienced Automation Lead to manage and coordinate complex automation projects!

Location: Pretoria
Salary: R35,000 - R45,000
Working Hours: 8am - 5pm, Monday to Friday (overtime sometimes required)

Requirements: 

• Plan and coordinate automation projects from initiation to commissioning
• Lead teams of automation technicians, programmers, and site staff
• Execute PLC programming (Siemens/Beckhoff preferred)
• Robot programming, calibration, and integration (KUKA/ABB/FANUC/Yaskawa)
• HMI development and SCADA configuration
• Track progress against schedules, budgets, and risk registers
• Troubleshoot software, robotics, and communication faults
• Conduct FAT, SAT, commissioning tests, and final handover checks

Essential Experience: 

• Proven PLC programming and robot programming experience
• Automotive sector experience preferred
• Highly advantageous: Kuka Robots, Beckhoff and Siemens PLCs
• Leadership experience managing technical teams

Required Qualifications: 

Degree or National Diploma in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronic Engineering, or Industrial Automation

or

Applicable trade certificate (Electrical, Millwright, or Mechatronic)

Key Responsibilities:

Project Management: 

• Define project scope, milestones, and delivery timelines
• Conduct regular progress meetings and status updates
• Manage resources and risk registers

Technical Delivery: 

Manage daily PLC & Robot backups
Interpret control system architectures and network layouts
Collaborate with engineering for program updates and reworks
Provide mentorship to junior technicians

Essential Skills: 

• MS Windows, MS Outlook, MS Excel, MS Project
• AutoCAD experience advantageous
• Strong task allocation and quality monitoring abilities
• Excellent management and communication skills
• Valid driver''s license and own transportation