Head Controls and Automation

Job Description Head of Controls & Automation

Position Overview
We are seeking a senior-level Controls & Automation professional to lead our Body-in-White (BIW) welding automation function. The ideal candidate will have deep experience in executing automation projects for welding fixtures, including robot integration, PLC design, pneumatics, safety systems, and shop-floor-level utilities. The role will require strategic leadership, and cross-functional coordination across design, manufacturing, and execution teams.

Location:
Gat No. 76, Kuruli, Tal- Khed, Chakan, Pune-410501

Experience Required:
15+ Years

Reporting To:
Technical Director / Managing Director

Department:
Engineering Controls & Automation

Key Responsibilities

• Project Leadership & Execution
• Lead the execution of control and automation systems for BIW welding fixture projects.
• Oversee project lifecycle from concept development through commissioning.
• Ensure the automation architecture aligns with the latest automotive design and safety standards.
• Engineering & Design Direction
• Provide hands-on leadership in design and development of PLC hardware & software, pneumatic circuits, robot integration, and manufacturing control systems.
• Develop and review control circuit diagrams, I/O lists, functional logic, and safety interlocks.
• Ensure adherence to OEM specifications, plant safety requirements, and industry-standard control practices.
• Cross-Functional & Team Leadership
• Coordinate with internal teams and external vendors for integrated execution.
• Guide, mentor, and review the work of the controls engineering team and automation support staff.
• Supervise a multidisciplinary team of engineers and ensure delivery of project-specific engineering objectives.
• Technology Integration & Innovation
• Stay updated with emerging trends in factory automation, robotics, and digital controls.
• Identify and integrate new automation solutions to improve plant performance and customer satisfaction.
• Recommend upgrades to tools, platforms, or software in the control engineering domain.

Candidate Requirements

• Educational Qualification
• Bachelors degree in Electrical / Electronics / Instrumentation / Mechatronics Engineering.
• Technical Skills & Expertise
• 15+ years of hands-on experience in control systems for BIW welding automation.
• Deep proficiency in PLCs (Mitsubishi, Siemens, Allen Bradley, Delta, etc.), pneumatics, robot integration, safety systems.
• Understanding of shop-floor utility systems, including SCADA, HMI, and data acquisition tools.
• Leadership & Collaboration
• Proven ability to lead automation projects and supervise engineering teams.
• Strong analytical, coordination, documentation, and people management skills.
• Prior experience with OEMs or Tier 1 automotive suppliers is a strong advantage.