Application Engineer – Smart Manufacturing

We are looking for an experienced Application Engineer to join a growing smart manufacturing environment, working across both Operational Technology (OT) and Information Technology (IT). The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and supporting industrial applications, SCADA/HMI solutions, databases, APIs and system integrations that enable secure and reliable data flow between shop-floor systems and enterprise platforms.

Key Responsibilities Design, develop, deploy and maintain secure and scalable industrial software applications Develop HMI screens and SCADA logic Integrate PLCs, DCS systems, historians, databases and IIoT platforms Design and maintain relational databases and optimise SQL queries Implement APIs and messaging interfaces between industrial control systems, IIoT, MOM, ERP and analytics environments Test and troubleshoot applications, SCADA systems, databases and system integrations Assist with OT connectivity and infrastructure troubleshooting Support OT/IT architecture, networking and secure implementation practices Maintain accurate technical documentation Requirements Minimum 2+ years’ industrial automation experience Hands-on experience with PLC, SCADA, DCS or similar industrial platforms Proficiency in Python, C# or Java Working knowledge of SQL Experience working with databases, APIs or industrial messaging protocols Practical SCADA/HMI development and PLC/DCS integration experience Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science or a related field Valid driver’s licence Willingness to travel locally and internationally Advantageous Exposure Experience with any of the following would be beneficial: OPC UA, MQTT, REST APIs, IIoT, edge/cloud technologies, IP addressing, VLANs, IEC 62443, ISA-95, ISO 9001, DevOps or DevSecOps.

Project exposure within FMCG, mining, water or manufacturing environments would also be advantageous. Package CTC: R30,000 – R35,000 per month Travel Allowance: R5,000 – R8,000 Medical Aid Contribution: R3,000 – R4,500 employer contribution Standby Allowance: R200 per day Additional Benefits: Petrol card and cell phone as per company policy Location: Johannesburg Start Date: ASAP If you are passionate about industrial automation, software development, system integration and smart manufacturing, we would like to hear from you.

Apply today to take the next step in your engineering career. Please note only candidates with the required experience will be contacted and considered. If you are not contacted within 14 days, kindly consider your application unsuccessful. Visit our website for more opportunities at www.sydsenrecruit.com (Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram or Facebook)