Mechatronics jobs in Gauteng

Minimum Experience:

• BEng / BSc Eng / BTech in:

o Mechatronic Engineering

o Electrical Engineering

o Electronic Engineering

o Electromechanical Engineering

• ECSA registration (Candidate Engineer preferred; Professional registration advantageous).

• Valid driver's license.

• Proficiency in PLC programming and Experience with PLC platforms such as:

o Siemens (TIA Portal / Step 7)

o Rockwell Automation (Allen-Bradley Studio 5000 / RSLogix)

o Danfoss (Plus+ 1 Guide) – Preferred

o Generic (CODESYS) – Preferred

o Etc.

• Strong understanding of CAN Bus communication systems and SAE J1939 protocols.

• Minimum 3–5 years of experience in a Mechatronics/Automation or vehicle systems engineering role.

• Proven experience in mobile equipment, automotive, mining machinery, heavy equipment or related environments.

• Demonstrated practical experience in design and implementation of machine control systems

• Experience with underground Trackless Mobile Machinery (TMM) preferred.

• Experience with battery-electric vehicle (BEV) systems advantageous.

Technical Responsibilities:

Machine Control Systems Development:

• Develop, program, test, and validate machine control software using Danfoss PLUS+1 GUIDE.

• Design distributed machine control architectures for propulsion, steering, braking, hydraulic actuation and auxiliary systems.

• Configure machine controllers, calibration parameters, and software release packages.

• Develop machine diagnostic logic, fault handling strategies, and embedded control software.

• Conduct electrical load analysis and component selection for harsh underground operating environments.

PLC Programming & Automation Systems

• Develop, program, troubleshoot, and commission PLC-based control systems for machine automation and subsystem control.

• Develop control logic for hydraulic systems, safety interlocks, actuator control systems, machine automation, and process monitoring systems.

• Integrate PLC systems with HMI displays, sensors, CAN Bus communication networks, remote I/O systems, and industrial communication protocols.

• Support software debugging, system commissioning, field testing, and controller optimization activities

HMI Development & Operator Interface Systems

• Design, develop, and configure Human Machine Interface (HMI) systems for machine operation, diagnostics, fault monitoring, and operator feedback.

• Develop operator display screens for machine status monitoring, alarm management, fault reporting, and subsystem diagnostics.

• Integrate HMI systems with PLC controllers, machine ECUs, CAN Bus communication networks, and embedded control systems.

• Develop machine parameter configuration interfaces for service and maintenance activities.

• Support development of operator warning systems, fault annunciation logic, and machine performance monitoring interfaces.

• Ensure operator interfaces comply with machine safety and ergonomic design requirements for underground mining applications

CAN Bus & Communication Systems:

• Develop and troubleshoot CAN Bus communication networks using SAE J1939 and related industrial communication protocols.

• Integrate communication architecture between controllers, engine ECU systems, operator displays, telematics systems, and safety devices.

• Perform signal mapping, network diagnostics, and communication fault analysis.

Electro-Hydraulic Systems Integration

• Design and integrate electro-hydraulic control systems for steering, braking, implement control, and auxiliary hydraulic functions.

• Develop closed-loop hydraulic control systems utilizing proportional valves, sensors, and actuator feedback systems.

• Support hydraulic system performance optimization and validation testing.

Testing, Validation & Product Development

• Develop and execute subsystem and full machine validation test plans.

• Conduct prototype commissioning, software debugging, machine testing, and field validation activities.

• Perform root cause analysis on machine failures and implement corrective engineering actions.

• Support continuous product improvement and machine performance optimization.

Functional Safety & Compliance

• Develop machine systems compliant with mining safety and international regulatory standards.

• Implement fail-safe architecture, emergency stop logic, interlock systems, and machine shutdown strategies.

• Support compliance with ISO 21815, SANS 1589, EMC/EMI requirements, and underground mining safety requirements.

Automation & Emerging Technologies

• Support development of machine automation systems, remote-control systems, and semi-autonomous machine functionality.

• Integrate battery-electric vehicle systems including battery management systems, charging systems, thermal management systems, and electric drivetrain control.

• Support telemetry, machine health monitoring, and predictive maintenance technologies.