Technician,electronics,panther

Ford Europe

Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape, South Africa
Fully remote
Plc troubleshooting and modifications
Hmi/scada/fis support
Industrial networks (ethernet/ip, profinet/profibus)
Manage all software and hardware installed on different types of continuous process equipment while ensuring minimal down times, proper documentation, and software version control

Job Summary

  • Manage all software and hardware installed on different types of continuous process equipment while ensuring minimal down times, proper documentation, and software version control.
  • Improve Assembly and Machining equipment uptime using data analysis and preventative maintenance planning.
  • Drive the i4.0, ML, AI & innovation projects related to production equipment.

Matching Summary

Manage all software and hardware installed on different types of continuous process equipment while ensuring minimal down times, proper documentation, and software version control.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • PLC troubleshooting and modifications
  • HMI/SCADA/FIS support
  • Industrial networks (Ethernet/IP, Profinet/Profibus)
  • Variable speed drives and servo drives
  • Structured problem solving (A3/8D, 5-Why)
  • Data analysis and preventative maintenance

Nice-to-have

  • Digital-first mindset
  • Self-development ownership
  • i4.0, ML, AI & innovation projects
  • Lean Manufacturing, VSM
  • Build/maintain a maintenance knowledge base

Key Requirements

  • 3-8 years experience in manufacturing/industrial automation
  • National Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Electrical / Electronic / Mechatronic Engineering
  • Working competence in Excel
  • Experience with Rexroth, Siemens industrial networks and drives
  • Functional safety training
  • OT/cyber hygiene training
  • Lean/Six Sigma problem-solving exposure

Work Rights

Not specified

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