Automation Engineer | Danone

Full Time ICT

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Job Location : Gauteng, Johannesburg

Deadline : January 29, 2026

About the Role

The Automation Engineer designs and optimizes complex control systems to ensure seamless manufacturing processes within the FMCG sector. Leveraging AWS for industrial IoT and ServiceNow for predictive maintenance, this professional minimizes operational risk and enhances data-driven decision-making on the factory floor. Their expertise is critical for driving production efficiency, ensuring food safety compliance, and maintaining a competitive edge in global markets.

About the job

  • Ensure optimum plant automation and instrumentation availability. Optimise automation systems and operator aids treduce downtime and increase efficiency. Attend tbreakdown and presentative maintenance activities/tasks.

About you
ACADEMIC AND TRADE

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Qualified Instrument Technician
  • Process Control & Instrumentation Diploma

WORK EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS

  • 5 years of work experience in instrumentation within a FMCG environment / food industry
  • Exposed ttechnical root cause analysis methodologies

Software packages (preferable):

  • Siemens Step 7
  • Win CC
  • Win CC Flex
  • Wonderware Window Viewer and Window Maker
  • GX Developer Mitsubishi
  • Allan Bradley – PrLogix 5000
  • Siemens Starter
  • Siemens Microwin
  • Siemens Simotion scout
  • Siemens Tia portal
  • Schneider PLC
  • Mitsubishi PLC

Equipment (preferable):

  • All Siemens equipment especially S5 and S7 PLCs
  • Sound knowledge of drives
  • Good with industrial IT
  • SQL Servers
  • SCADA systems
  • Profibus PA/DP
  • Asi Communication
  • Ethernet Communications
  • DeviceNet

Career Growth & Education

A Bachelor’s degree in Mechatronics, Electrical, or Electronic Engineering is required, often supplemented by specialized PLC and SCADA certifications. Career growth leads to Senior Automation Architect or Plant Manager roles, particularly for those who master Industry 4.0 technologies and automated robotics. Engaging in international engineering forums and pursuing an MBA can unlock executive-level opportunities in global supply chain and operations management.

Salary & Financial Insight

Automation Engineers in the South African manufacturing sector typically earn between R35,000 and R65,000 per month. High-earning technical professionals should focus on comprehensive income protection insurance and offshore investment diversification to safeguard their financial future.

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