Automation Project Engineer

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Job Summary:

experienced and detail-oriented Industrial Automation Engineer

Key Responsibilities:

PLC, SCADA & HMI Development:

• Design, develop, and program automation systems using

  Siemens PLCs

  (S7-300/400, S7-1200/1500, PCS 7) with knowledge of

  Ladder Logic, Structured Text (ST), FBD, and CFC

  .
• Develop SCADA and HMI applications using

  WinCC Classic, WinCC Professional, WinCC Unified

  , and

  Basic/Comfort HMI

  panels.

Industrial Communication & Integration:

• Configure and integrate field devices and systems using

  Profibus, Profinet, Modbus, EtherNet/IP

  , and

  OPC UA

  .
• Troubleshoot and resolve communication and device integration issues across control networks.

Process Automation & Control:

• Implement and optimize

  PID control loops

  , batch processing logic, and instrument calibration.
• Collaborate with process and instrumentation teams to ensure control strategies align with plant operations.

Project Execution & Documentation:

• Lead and participate in

  FAT (Factory Acceptance Testing)

  and

  SAT (Site Acceptance Testing)

  .
• Prepare and review

  technical documentation

  , including control philosophy, I/O lists, wiring diagrams, and validation reports.
• Conduct

  risk assessments

  , manage on-site commissioning, and provide post-installation support.

Required Skills & Experience:

• PLC Platforms:

  Siemens S7 (300/400/1200/1500), TIA Portal, PCS 7

• SCADA & HMI:

  WinCC Classic, Professional, Unified; Basic/Comfort HMI

• Programming Languages:

  Ladder Logic, Structured Text, Function Block Diagram (FBD), CFC

• Industrial Protocols:

  Profibus, Profinet, Modbus, OPC UA, EtherNet/IP

• Process Knowledge:

  PID Control, Batch Logic, Instrumentation

• Tools:

  TIA Portal, Simatic Manager, WinCC Engineering, Microsoft Office, AutoCAD (preferred)

Soft Skills:

• Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills
• Excellent documentation and reporting ability
• Good interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and within project teams
• Strong focus on quality, safety, and compliance

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree/Diploma in Instrumentation, Electrical, or Electronics Engineering
• 3+ years of experience in Siemens-based industrial automation projects
• Experience across sectors like

  pharmaceuticals, oil & gas, chemicals, or utilities

• Siemens certification (TIA Portal / PCS 7 / WinCC) is a plus