Controls & PLC Engineer

Your role and responsibilities

In this role, you will have the opportunity to act as commissioning lead for high complex projects. Each day, you will ensure completion of all commissioning activities effectively and cost-efficiently and in accordance with contract specifications, quality standards, safety requirements, and cybersecurity policies and standards. You will also showcase your expertise by providing technical solutions to meet current and emerging business and customer requirements.

You will be mainly accountable for:

• Design, develop, and customize PLC programs using Ladder Logic, Structured Text, and other IEC 61131-3 languages for various machinery and production lines.
• Integrate PLCs with sensors, actuators, HMIs, SCADA systems, and ensure seamless communication using industrial protocols like Modbus, Profibus, and Ethernet/IP.
• Perform on-site commissioning, testing, troubleshooting, and maintenance of PLC-controlled systems; travel up to 80% across India based on project requirements.
• Prepare and maintain technical documentation including wiring diagrams, program logic, user manuals, and operating guides using MS Office tools.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and ensure compliance with safety standards while coordinating with vendors and customers for timely support and delivery.

Qualifications for the role

• Diploma or Bachelors degree in Mechanical or Production Engineering
• 6-12 years of experience in Bodyshop/Chassis shop installation and commissioning, preferably in automotive or automation industries
• Strong expertise in handling Spot-Welding jigs, Arc welding fixtures, Roller hemming fixtures, with sound knowledge of BIW processes
• Proficient in PLC programming using Ladder Logic, Structured Text, and Function Block Diagram (FBD)
• Hands-on experience with PLC platforms such as Siemens (TIA Portal, Step 7), Allen-Bradley (RSLogix, Studio 5000), and Mitsubishi
• Skilled in HMI/SCADA development using tools like Wonderware, WinCC, and Ignition
• Familiarity with industrial communication protocols including Modbus, Profibus, Ethernet/IP, OPC UA, and CANopen
• Strong electrical knowledge including reading schematics and working with sensors, actuators, relays, and motor controls