Associate Manager - Electrical & Automation Equipment

Purpose/Objective

Responsible for Project Conceptualization to design, selection, engineering, commissioning and technical support in the Equipment Project Engineering for terminal Equipment Electrical & Automation, ensuring operation efficiency and compliance with safety and performance standards.

Key Responsibilities of Role

- Engineering specification, review, and selection of electrical and automation systems for: - Container cranes (STS, RMQC) - Yard cranes (RTGC, RMGC) - Bulk handling equipment (Ship loader/unloader, stacker-reclaimer) - Interface management and engineering deliverable approvals - Ensuring operational efficiency and compliance with safety and performance standards - Testing and commissioning of Electrical & automation system of the terminal equipment according to the terminal project requirement and long-term shared goal of the team. - Project Management: - To define the container terminal equipment specification, Electrical Engineering, Automation scheme, Operating philosophy, operational flow, business plan, interface specification with TOS, selection of Electrical, Instrumentation & automation sub system equipment to meet the business requirement and explore options of various efficiency enhancement automation features, technology exploration and functions & select the optimum solutions. - Active participation from Project Conceptualization to design, selection, engineering, commissioning and technical support in the Equipment Project Engineering for terminal Equipment Electrical & Automation to ensure the long-term benefit for Port operation both in CAPEX & OPEX. - Planning the optimum facility with various option analysis and recommend the best suitable equipment Automation system, Sub system & terminal (Container & Bulk) automations system based on the several factors technology, CAPEX, OPEX, Productivity, safety, efficiency and outcome etc. - Responsible for basic, detail engineering of equipment automation system, sub system, terminal interface, commissioning and handing over as per the project scope definition. - Preparation of design basis, technical specification, vendor & bid evaluation, gap analysis, interface management, detail Engineering, design optimization ensuring high technology, high quality, safety, reliability, efficiency and availability of the Equipment. - Engineering deliverable approval and interface management, testing - commissioning of Electrical & automation system of the terminal equipment according to the terminal project requirement and long-term shared goal of the team. - Maintain value engineering, Innovation, development, processes, cross functional interface, safety and monitoring of work progress for completeness, accuracy and conformance to standards and specifications. - System Integration: - Integrate Electrical, instrumentation and Automation systems with existing infrastructure and ensure seamless functionality. - Verify automation solutions drawing such as PLC and automation architecture diagram for equipment and terminal operation to enhance machine operational efficiency and reliability. - Documentation and Reporting: - Prepare detailed technical specifications, review of drawings, calculations in view of safety and performance standards. - Maintain accurate documentation of configuration, changes and updates for record. - Safety and Compliance: - Ensure all Technical specifications comply with safety regulations, standards and procedures. - Continuous Improvement: - Identify opportunities for process optimization and machine performance and provide feedback for future equipment engineering projects. - Stay updated with the latest automation technologies and best practices to enhance commissioning quality.

Technical Competencies

Proficient in SCADA system design and programming using platforms such as Wonderware, WinCC, or similar.,Good working experience with PLC and AC drives (e.g. Siemens, ABB),,Strong understanding of communication protocols (BACnet, Modbus, OPC, etc.).,Knowledge of various instruments and control systems. (Motion sensors, Encoders, Positioning control, Transmitters etc.)

Qualifications and Experience

Qualification - B.E. / B.Tech with Electrical / Instrumentation & Control Engineering with 8+ years of experience, Expertise in Port terminal cranes control system & Automation. - Working in such an organization where their role is working with global stockholders, Port terminal and hands on testing and commissioning experience in international projects. - Hands on experience managing the interfaces with cross functional department and terminal operating system. - Knowledge of Electrical system, operation, basics Mechanical & Hydraulic engineering and highest safety procedure are added advantages in cranes and container terminal. Work Exposure: - Shall have exposure for Port Automation Engineering, Strong understanding of check PLC logic, integration with SCADA, IT system and control system of Port Equipment and execution of terminal equipment projects. - Automation system for Port Equipment projects such as STS, RTGC, Bus bar System, RMGC, GSU, BWSR, reach stackers used in container terminal and Bulk material handling system. - Automated terminal & TOS interface etc.