Electrical Engineer

Position Title: Electrical Engineer Machine Shop (Crankshaft Line)

Department: Maintenance / Production Support – Machine Shop

Location: Balu Forge Industries Ltd Hattargi Belgaum Karnataka

Reporting To: Manager – Maintenance / Production Head

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1. Job Purpose

To ensure efficient and reliable operation of all electrical, electronic, and automation systems within the crankshaft machining shop. The role involves preventive and breakdown maintenance of CNC, SPM, and PLC-based machines to achieve maximum equipment uptime and support smooth production operations.

2. Key Responsibilities

A. Maintenance & Troubleshooting

• Carry out preventive and breakdown maintenance of CNC, VMC, HMC, and SPM machines used in crankshaft machining operations.
• Diagnose and rectify faults in PLC systems, servo drives, motors, control panels, and sensors.
• Ensure minimum machine downtime and quick restoration of production.
• Maintain and update electrical wiring diagrams, schematics, and machine documentation.

B. PLC & Automation Systems

• Hands-on experience in PLC programming, troubleshooting, and modification (Siemens / Allen Bradley / Mitsubishi / Fanuc).
• Perform minor program logic changes, interlock modifications, and system improvements.
• Interface PLCs with CNC systems, HMIs, and automation networks.

C. Electrical Systems & Safety

• Maintain shop floor electrical panels, power distribution, and safety interlocks.
• Ensure compliance with all electrical safety standards and statutory norms.
• Plan and implement energy conservation measures and preventive maintenance schedules.

D. Continuous Improvement & Support

• Conduct root cause analysis (RCA) for repetitive electrical and automation issues.
• Participate in TPM, Kaizen, and continuous improvement activities.
• Support production and engineering teams for new machine installations and process upgrades.

E. Documentation & Reporting

• Maintain preventive maintenance schedules, checklists, and history cards.
• Record breakdown analysis, spare parts usage, and corrective actions.
• Prepare monthly maintenance and downtime reports for management review.

3. Educational Qualification

• Diploma / B.E. / B.Tech in Electrical or Electronics Engineering from a recognized institute/university.

4. Experience Required

• 3 to 8 years of hands-on experience in

  machine shop maintenance (preferably in crankshaft or automotive component manufacturing).

• Must have exposure to

  PLC-based automation systems, CNC controls, servo and drive systems.

5. Technical Skills

• PLC Systems:

  Siemens / Allen Bradley / Mitsubishi / Delta

• CNC Controls:

  Fanuc / Siemens / Mitsubishi

• Drives & Motors:

  Yaskawa / Schneider / Siemens / Fanuc

• Software:

  AutoCAD Electrical / EPLAN (for schematic reading & modification)
• Knowledge of sensors, encoders, relays, VFDs, control panels, and industrial communication protocols

6. Behavioral Competencies

• Strong analytical and problem-solving ability
• Good communication and coordination skills
• Proactive, self-motivated, and responsible
• Team player with a focus on safety, quality, and continuous improvement

7. Preferred Industry Background

• Automotive / Forging / Heavy Engineering Industry
• Experience in

  crankshaft machining line

  (turning, grinding, milling, balancing, drilling, etc.) will be an added advantage.

8. Additional Information

• Work Mode: Full-time / On-site
• Employment Type: Permanent