Automation and Project Lead
- East London, Eastern Cape
- Permanent
- Full-time
- National Diploma or Higher National Diploma in Electrical / Electronic Engineering or related field.
- Minimum 5 years' experience in automation, preferably within manufacturing or consumer health environments.
- Proven track record of leading automation projects.
- Certifications in PLC Programming, AutoCAD, or Project Management are advantageous.
- Lead and manage automation and electrical projects from concept to completion (design, programming, commissioning, and validation).
- Coordinate and implement automation upgrades across manufacturing lines and supporting infrastructure.
- Troubleshoot and resolve automation, PLC, SCADA, and control system faults.
- Oversee and drive improvements in computerized systems (including compliance with Computerized System Validation (CSV) standards).
- Support manufacturing and maintenance teams with day-to-day technical challenges and call-outs.
- Manage external vendors and contractors on automation and project-related work.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with Quality, Production, Maintenance, and Engineering teams.
- Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and meet safety and regulatory standards.
- Maintain and update Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and technical documentation related to automation systems.
- Strong technical knowledge of PLC programming and industrial automation (Siemens, Allen-Bradley, etc.).
- Experience with SCADA and HMI systems.
- Knowledge of electrical panel design, installation, and commissioning.
- Solid understanding of project management principles and tools.
- Familiarity with GMP environments and regulatory requirements in the health product sector.
- Strong analytical and fault-finding abilities.
- Good communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Self-driven with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
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