*Salary:* Rs. 35,000 -- Rs. 40,000 per month benefits
*Employment Type:* Full-time, Site Office based
*About the Role* We are a leading industrial automation company executing PLC, SCADA, and control panel projects for manufacturing, pharma, and process industries. We're looking for a hands-on *Project Engineer -- PLC* based in Guindy to handle programming, panel wiring, and site commissioning for Siemens-based control systems.
*Key Responsibilities*
*1. PLC Programming & Hardware* - Modify, develop, and troubleshoot Siemens PLC programs using TIA Portal and STEP 7.
- Configure, maintain, and commission Siemens PLCs including S7-1200 and S7-1500 systems.
- Ensure programs meet logic, safety, and process requirements per client specs.
*2. HMI/SCADA & Panel Work* - Design and implement functional HMI/SCADA layouts for operator ease and process monitoring.
- Execute hands-on installation and wiring of electrical control panels as per schematics.
- Interpret electrical drawings, control panel schematics, P&IDs, and process documents accurately.
*3. Field Execution & Commissioning* - Install, wire, and calibrate field instruments at client project sites.
- Execute FAT/SAT, site testing, commissioning, and startup activities at client facilities.
- Coordinate with mechanical, electrical, and process teams for smooth project handover.
*4. Troubleshooting & Documentation* - Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair control system and hardware faults on-site and remotely.
- Prepare clean technical reports, as-built wiring diagrams, and user manuals post-commissioning.
- Maintain project documentation and update stakeholders on progress/issues.
*Qualifications & Skills*
*Must-Have:* - 4--7 years hands-on experience in PLC automation projects, preferably with Siemens.
- Strong proficiency in TIA Portal, STEP 7, WinCC for PLC HMI programming.
- Good knowledge of electrical control panel wiring, relays, MCBs, drives, and field instruments.
- Ability to read and work from electrical schematics, GA drawings, and loop diagrams.
- Diploma/B.E in Electrical, Electronics, Instrumentation, or related field.
*Good to Have:* - Experience in industries like automotive, pharma, FMCG, or water treatment.
- Knowledge of industrial networks: Profibus, Profinet, Modbus.
- Willingness for travel to client sites across Tamil Nadu for commissioning.
*Desired Attributes* - Hands-on problem solver with strong debugging skills.
- Detail-oriented with good documentation habits.
- Self-driven, deadline-focused, and good team coordination.
- Comfortable with both desk work and site execution.
*Benefits*
- Salary: Rs. 35K -- 40K per month based on experience site allowances
- Growth path to Senior Project Engineer / Automation Lead
Work Location: Guindy, Chennai.
Immediate joiners are preferred.
For more details contact us at 9176033506/9791033506.
