Electrical Maintenance Engineer

The Electrical Maintenance Engineer will be responsible for ensuring smooth operation and minimum downtime of all electrical and automation systems in the printing and packaging plant. The role requires hands-on experience in electrical maintenance, troubleshooting, PLC programming, and preventive maintenance of high-speed machines used in printing, laminating, slitting, pouching, and packaging processes.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Electrical Maintenance & Troubleshooting

• Carry out routine maintenance and troubleshooting of electrical panels, drives, and control circuits.
• Diagnose faults in electrical systems, PLCs, motors, and sensors to minimize machine downtime.
• Repair and replace electrical components (contactors, relays, sensors, power supplies, etc.).
• Maintain and update electrical documentation and wiring diagrams.

2. PLC & Automation

• Program, modify, and troubleshoot PLCs (Siemens, Allen Bradley, Mitsubishi, or equivalent).
• Interface PLCs with HMIs and other automation systems.
• Optimize PLC logic for better machine efficiency and safety compliance.
• Support installation and commissioning of new automated machines or upgrades.

3. Preventive & Predictive Maintenance

• Develop and execute preventive maintenance schedules for all electrical and control systems.
• Monitor key equipment parameters and identify early signs of electrical or automation issues.
• Maintain maintenance logs and generate performance reports.

4. Equipment & Machine Support

• Provide technical support for printing presses, lamination machines, slitter-rewinders, pouching machines, and packaging lines.
• Ensure proper functioning of VFDs, servo drives, and control panels.
• Coordinate with mechanical and production teams for smooth plant operations.

5. Safety & Compliance

• Ensure all maintenance work adheres to electrical safety standards and statutory regulations.
• Participate in audits, inspections, and energy-saving initiatives.

Required Skills & Competencies:

• Strong knowledge of electrical systems, industrial automation, and control panels.
• Hands-on experience in PLC programming (Siemens / Allen Bradley / Delta / Mitsubishi).
• Understanding of HMI/SCADA systems.
• Experience with AC/DC drives, servo systems, pneumatic controls, and sensors.
• Analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-speed production environment.
• Good communication and documentation skills.

Preferred Experience:

• Prior experience in printing, flexible packaging, or converting industries.
• Exposure to rotogravure / flexographic printing machines, laminators, or pouching machines.
• Knowledge of energy management systems and electrical panel design is an added advantage

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: ₹40,000.00 - ₹50,000.00 per month

Benefits:

• Food provided
• Health insurance
• Leave encashment
• Life insurance
• Provident Fund

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• As Electrical Maintenance Engineer: 6 years (Preferred)

Work Location: In person