Engineer Electronic - Vanderbijlpark, South Africa

Listing reference: arcmt_000392
Listing status: Online
Apply by: 4 May 2025
Position summary
Industry: Steel Industry
Job category: Engineering, Technical, Production and Manufacturing
Location: Vanderbijlpark
Contract: Permanent
Remuneration: Market Related
EE position: No
About our company
Part of the worldwide ArcelorMittal group with an industrial presence in 27 countries, ArcelorMittal South Africa Limited is the largest steel producer on the African continent, with a production capacity of 5 million tonnes of liquid steel per annum. Both flat and long steel is produced in hundreds of grades and specifications. Steel is as relevant as ever to the future success of our world. As one of the only materials to be completely reusable and recyclable, it will play a critical role in building the circular economy of the future. Steel will continue to evolve, becoming smarter, and increasingly sustainable. At ArcelorMittal, our goal is to help build a better world with smarter steels.At ArcelorMittal South Africa, our "We Care" value drives our unwavering commitment to safety and zero harm for our employees. We seek applicants who share this dedication and are ready to uphold our high safety standards.It is essential to regularly check your emails for updates regarding your application status. We utilise "Wamly”, a one-way recorded interview platform, to streamline our hiring process. Should you receive an invitation to complete a recorded interview, please ensure it is submitted by the specified deadline. Timely completion of this step is crucial for your application to be considered for the opportunity. We appreciate your diligence in this process and look forward to your participation.
Introduction
We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Electronic Engineer to join our team at ArcelorMittal Vanderbijlpark. The successful candidate will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining electronic systems with a strong focus on maintenance, reliability, and automation. This role requires a deep understanding of electronic engineering principles and the ability to work collaboratively with other engineering disciplines to optimize steel manufacturing processes.
Job description

  • Design and Development: Design, develop, and test electronic circuits, components, and systems used in steel manufacturing processes. This includes creating detailed schematics and layouts for electronic systems.
  • System Integration: Integrate electronic systems with existing mechanical and electrical systems to ensure seamless operation and improve overall efficiency.
  • Maintenance and Troubleshooting: Perform regular maintenance and troubleshooting of electronic equipment to ensure optimal performance and minimize downtime. Diagnose and repair faults in electronic systems and components.
  • Reliability Engineering: Implement reliability engineering principles to enhance the dependability and longevity of electronic systems. Conduct reliability assessments and develop strategies to mitigate potential failures.
  • Automation: Develop and implement automation solutions to streamline steel manufacturing processes. This includes programming and configuring automation systems, such as PLCs (Programmable Logic Controllers) and SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition) systems.
  • Project Management: Manage engineering projects from concept to completion, ensuring that projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards.
  • Collaboration: Work closely with other engineering disciplines, including mechanical, electrical, and metallurgical engineers, to develop and implement innovative solutions for steel manufacturing processes.
  • Documentation: Maintain accurate and detailed documentation of all electronic designs, modifications, and maintenance activities. Prepare technical reports and presentations as required.
  • Continuous Improvement: Stay updated with the latest advancements in electronic engineering and apply new technologies to improve the efficiency and performance of steel manufacturing processes.

Minimum requirements

Qualifications

  • B-Eng. Degree (NQF 8/10) in Electronic/ Electrical and Computer Engineering.
  • Government Certificate of Competency (Preferable)

 

Experience and Requirements:

  • Minimum 5 years' relevant experience.
  • Knowlege of capital project initiation and management procedures.
  • Project management.
  • Experience in SAP PS and PM modules, compiling and maintaining maintenance plans.
  • Experience in the field of Reliability Engineering.
  • Proven ability to delivering results through collaboration with cross-functional teams.
  • Computer literate: MS Office suite, latest analytical tools, design tools, product and project management tools, engineering tools, production tools

 

Personal Attributes:

  • Good communication skills, interpersonal and customer skills / relationship.
  • Good analytical, problem-solving, coordination and innovative skills with attention to detail.
  • Technically strong and the practical application of the theory must be exceptional.
  • Good facilitation skills

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