Senior Control Systems Integrator - (ENG-L7.138) at Zutari

Role Responsibilities

Control Systems Strategy, Standards & Governance

• Develop, implement, and continuously improve technical standards, frameworks, and governance for PLC, SCADA, MES, and OT architectures
• Ensure solutions are scalable, secure, and aligned to industry standards (ISA, IEC, ISA-88, etc.)
• Drive consistency, quality assurance, and best practices across all control system implementations
• Contribute to enterprise-wide architecture strategies and digital transformation initiatives

End-to-End System Design & Engineering

• Lead the full software and control system lifecycle, from concept and architecture design to detailed engineering and code development

Develop:

• Control philosophies, system architectures, and functional specifications
• PLC/DCS logic, SCADA/HMI applications, and MES integrations
• Design for continuous and batch process environments, including ISA‑88-aligned solutions
• Ensure integration of multi-vendor systems across electrical, mechanical, and IT/OT domains

Systems Integration, Programming & Configuration

• Configure and integrate PLC, SCADA, HMI, DCS, and MES platforms across complex industrial environments
• Implement communication between systems using industrial protocols 
• Develop data integration layers, historian connectivity, and enterprise system interfaces
• Ensure robust interoperability across legacy and greenfield systems

Commissioning, Testing & Handover

Lead and manage end-to-end commissioning of plant or process systems, including:

• Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and Site Acceptance Testing (SAT)
• System validation, redlining, and defect resolution
• Oversee start-up, operator training, and final client handover
• Provide advanced troubleshooting and stabilization support in live environment

Project Delivery, Commercial Oversight & Client Engagement

• Manage control system project delivery across the lifecycle:
• Scope, schedule, cost, and risk management
• Coordinate multidisciplinary teams, contractors, vendors, and stakeholders
• Serve as the primary technical interface with clients, ensuring alignment to business and operational objectives
• Support bid development, technical proposals, and solution definition

Engineering Design, Hardware & Network Architecture

Specify and design:

• Industrial control panels, instrumentation, and field devices
• Industrial communication networks and OT infrastructure (LAN/WAN, fibre, segmentation, cybersecurity)

Develop engineering deliverables:

• P&IDs, I/O lists, control narratives, architecture diagrams, and technical documentation
• Ensure compliance with engineering codes, standards, and regulatory requirements

Performance Optimisation & Continuous Improvement

• Analyse plant performance using historian data and analytics tools to identify improvement opportunities
• Perform root cause analysis, loop tuning, and system optimisation
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency, reliability, and uptime
• Support modernization, upgrades, and Industry 4.0 initiatives

Leadership, Mentorship & Capability Building

• Provide technical leadership and direction to project teams
• Mentor and coach junior engineers and system integrators
• Plan and oversee site activities, installations, and resource allocation
• Foster a culture of collaboration, knowledge sharing, and engineering excellence

Minimum requirements

• A Bachelor’s degree or BTech in Mechatronic Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a closely related technical field - Essential
• Registered as a Professional Engineer/Technologist with the Engineering Council of South Africa - Essential
• 8-10 years of hands-on experience as an Automation Engineer or System Integrator within industrial environments.
• Proven experience delivering large-scale automation and control system projects.

Skills, and characteristics 

• PLC Programming: Expert proficiency in major PLC brands, specifically Siemens (TIA/S7), Allen Bradley (RsLogix/Studio 5000), Schneider (Control Expert), Beckhoff and CodeSys.
• SCADA and MES Systems: Extensive experience with Ignition, Wonderware InTouch/System Platform, Siemens WinCC, MES integration and customization, Batch control system, L1/L2/L3 architecture implementation.
• Software & Database Skills: Strong computer programming skills for systems integration, utilizing languages such as C#, Python, SQL (Postgres & MS SQL), and web technologies (REST APIs, JSON).
• Industrial Networking: Advance knowledge of modern industrial protocols and topologies, including ProfiNet, EtherCAT, Modbus, Ethernet/IP, and MQTT.

Competencies

• Problem-Solving & Analytical Thinking: Ability to diagnose complex system issues and design robust solutions
• Project & Delivery Management: Managing timelines, scope, risks across multiple concurrent projects
• Stakeholder Engagement & Communication: Translating technical concepts for clients, contractors, and non-technical stakeholders
• Leadership & Mentoring: Guiding junior engineers and influencing cross-functional teams
• Attention to Detail & Quality Focus: Ensuring accuracy in system design, coding, and documentation