Engineer/ Senior Engineer: Contracts & Instrumentation

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensure smooth operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of all C&I systems, including instrumentation, DCS/PLC systems, and related field devices.
  
• Conduct preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance to minimize downtime and ensure system reliability.
  
• Support operations team during normal and emergency plant operations.
  
• Coordinate with other engineering functions to resolve issues impacting plant performance.
  
• Maintain proper documentation of maintenance activities, reports, and compliance records.
  
• Identify opportunities for improvement in efficiency, reliability, and cost optimization of C&I systems.
  
• Ensure strict adherence to safety standards, statutory requirements, and company policies.
  
• Assist in vendor management and supervision of contractors during maintenance activities.
  
• Support the implementation of digital tools and new technologies in C&I functions.
  

KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS (KPIs)

• Plant equipment availability and reliability.
  
• Compliance with preventive maintenance schedules.
  
• Mean Time to Repair (MTTR) and Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF).
  
• Safety compliance and zero LTI (Lost Time Incidents).
  
• Documentation accuracy and timeliness of reports.
  
• Cost optimization and reduction in unplanned downtime.
  

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

• Education:

  B.E./B.Tech/Diploma in Instrumentation, Electronics, or related discipline.

• Experience:

  28 years of relevant experience in C&I functions, preferably in the power/energy sector.

• Technical Skills:

• Strong knowledge of instrumentation systems, field devices, PLC/DCS operation, and troubleshooting.
  
• Familiarity with calibration and testing of instruments.
  
• Exposure to IT-based plant automation systems will be an added advantage.
  

BEHAVIORAL COMPETENCIES

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  
• Ability to work under pressure and in shifts.
  
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
  
• Team player with a proactive approach.
  
• High commitment to safety and compliance.