Mechatronic Engineer
Location
johannesburg, gauteng
Job Type
Full-time
Category
Mechanical Engineering and Toolmaking
Posted
June 24, 2026
Main Purpose
The purpose of this position is to review and identify processes requiring automation. This position reports to the Process Engineering Manager.
Duties & Responsibilities
Main Responsibilities:
- Review and identify processes for automation.
- Equipment selection based on performance, reliability, cost, and compatibility.
- Programming and Control: Hardware, software, and firmware.
- Prototyping and Testing: Build prototypes of identified processes to evaluate their performance and validate their designs by collecting data, analyzing results, and making improvements based on the findings.
- Troubleshooting and maintenance: Diagnose and rectify issues related to automation systems. Identify faults and implement corrective measures to ensure the systems operate optimally. Routine maintenance and calibration tasks may be required.
- Research and Innovation: Remain up to date with the la...