Automation Engineer

Job Title: Automation Engineer Pharma Machine Manufacturing

Location: Ahmedabad

Department: Automation

Reports To: General Manager

Experience Required: 3 to 5 Years

Job Summary:

Automation Engineer

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, program, and troubleshoot

  PLC (Delta, Siemens, Allen Bradley, etc.)

  and

  HMI systems

  used in pharmaceutical machines.
• Develop and test automation sequences for machines like tablet presses, blister packing, capsule filling, and other pharma manufacturing equipment.
• Read and interpret electrical and control schematics for system integration.
• Design and supervise

  electrical control panels

  and field wiring; ensure adherence to electrical safety norms and GMP requirements.
• Coordinate with mechanical, electrical, and quality departments to ensure integrated system functionality.
• Modify existing automation systems for upgrades or customizations as per client requirements.
• Perform FAT/SAT (Factory/ Site Acceptance Testing), installation, commissioning, and support at client sites (if needed).
• Generate documentation such as wiring diagrams, IO lists, PLC logic flowcharts, operation manuals, and validation protocols.
• Ensure compliance with pharma industry regulations (cGMP, GAMP, etc.).

Key Skills & Competencies:

• Proficient in

  PLC programming

  (Delta essential; others like Siemens or Allen Bradley is a plus).
• Experience with

  HMI design and development

  (Delta DOPSoft or equivalent).
• Good understanding of

  control panel wiring

  ,

  electrical troubleshooting

  , and

  panel design software

  (ePlan, AutoCAD Electrical).
• Knowledge of pharma machinery and automation in cleanroom environments.
• Strong understanding of

  sensors, VFDs, actuators, safety circuits

  , and industrial communication protocols (Modbus, Ethernet/IP, etc.).
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Good communication and documentation skills.

Educational Qualification:

• Diploma or Bachelor's degree in

  Electrical / Electronics / Instrumentation / Mechatronics Engineering

  or related fields.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in the

  pharmaceutical machine industry

  is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with

  validation and documentation practices

  (DQ, IQ, OQ, PQ).
• Willingness to travel for commissioning and support when required.