[Skip to main content](#main-content) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) [Hiring report](/reports/hiring/) · [All Philip Morris International jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/philip-morris-international/) · [Search jobs](/search/) Philip Morris International · Johannesburg, South Africa # Electronic Technician Johannesburg, South Africa Full-time Skilled Trades & Maintenance Listed on Philip Morris International’s official careers site. Posted October 7, 2026. Check that it is still open and apply there. [Apply on Philip Morris International’s careers site →](https://join.pmicareers.com/gb/en/job/PMIPMIGB33482EXTERNALENGB/Electronic-Technician) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) / [Philip Morris International](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/philip-morris-international/) / Electronic Technician ## Job description Electronic Technician At Philip Morris International (PMI), we're transforming our business to build a future beyond smoking. This global transformation is creating exciting opportunities for talented professionals who want to make a real impact while growing their careers. As an Electronic Technician, you'll play a critical role in maintaining and improving advanced manufacturing equipment that supports the production of our smoke-free products. You'll work in a highly automated environment, solve complex technical challenges, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives that enhance reliability, quality, and operational performance ### Your Responsibilities Perform preventive, planned, corrective, and breakdown maintenance on production equipment. Diagnose and troubleshoot electrical, electronic, PLC, and automation-related faults. Maintain equipment calibration to ensure consistent performance, quality, and compliance. Support production teams during changeovers, format changes, and technical interventions. Participate in equipment installation, upgrades, modifications, and continuous improvement projects. Assist with integrating new technologies, automation systems, and control devices into existing equipment. Maintain accurate maintenance records, technical documentation, and data within company systems. Collaborate with Production, Engineering, Quality, and Maintenance teams to resolve technical issues. Analyse equipment performance and identify opportunities to improve reliability and efficiency. Support troubleshooting of critical production failures and implement sustainable solutions. Ensure maintenance tools and equipment remain in good working condition. Use SAP to manage spare parts, maintenance information, and inventory requirements. Promote and comply with all quality, environmental, health, and safety standards. ### What We're Looking For Completed National Diploma/ Degree, or equivalent qualification in Electronic Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Electronic Technology, or a related field. Minimum 4 years' experience as an Electronic Technician, Electrical Technician, or similar role. Strong experience in PLC programming, troubleshooting, and industrial automation systems. At least 2 years' experience within a high-volume manufacturing or FMCG environment. Working knowledge of control systems and automation technologies, including Siemens, Rockwell, Festo, Wonderware InTouch, WinCC, or similar platforms. Experience with equipment calibration and instrumentation. Proficiency in SAP, Microsoft Excel, and Microsoft Word is key. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills. Ability to plan and coordinate maintenance activities while balancing production requirements. Strong communication and teamwork skills. ### What We Offer At PMI, you'll have the opportunity to shape your future while helping transform ours. Work with advanced manufacturing and automation technologies. Contribute to one of the most significant business transformations in the world today. Collaborate with talented colleagues in a diverse and inclusive environment. Access development opportunities, training, and career growth across a global organization. Be empowered to take ownership, innovate, and continuously improve. Play a meaningful role in delivering a smoke-free future. ## At a glance - Posted by the employer: Oct 7, 2026 - First seen by OpenNash: Oct 11, 2026 - Last checked: Oct 11, 2026 - Listed for: 4 days - Location: Johannesburg, South Africa - Employment type: Full-time[Apply on Philip Morris International’s careers site →](https://join.pmicareers.com/gb/en/job/PMIPMIGB33482EXTERNALENGB/Electronic-Technician) ## More jobs at Philip Morris International ### [Mechanical Technical Specialist](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/philip-morris-international/jobs/f0ef7d89f7c248510ddd/) Johannesburg, South Africa ### [Asset Engineer](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/philip-morris-international/jobs/8cebb4a804d4d0986c79/) Johannesburg, South Africa ### [Line Coordinator](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/philip-morris-international/jobs/69b490d40b857892f246/) Johannesburg, South Africa ### [Project Engineer](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/philip-morris-international/jobs/5233dd6b47eebc19859e/) Johannesburg, South Africa ### [Quality Intern](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/philip-morris-international/jobs/e0f9d153be5d4c2319cc/) Johannesburg, South Africa ## Similar jobs at other companies ### [Co-Op Lab Electronic Technician](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/eaton/jobs/cd15a9a56fa3fd7a3d82/) Eaton · Santo Domingo, DOM ### [Electrical & Electronic Engineer](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/sgs/jobs/574a9d71f76620ada1ee/) SGS · Senai, Johor, Malaysia ### [Product Engineer - Electronic - Temporary](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/abb/jobs/2ba3d78b3616df09c84b/) ABB · Frosinone, Italy ### [Electronic Engineer](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/royal-caribbean-group/jobs/44ee7ab745bb5803c1f6/) Royal Caribbean Group ### [Power Electronic Product Development Engineer](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/infineon-technologies/jobs/b4cda9921059e797ed21/) Infineon Technologies · Budapest OpenNash lists jobs from employers’ own careers sites and does not handle applications. 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