Senior Control and Automation Engineer

The Senior Control and Automation Engineer position at Newtrace, a climate-tech startup in Bengaluru, offers a unique opportunity to lead the industrial control and automation efforts for next-gen electrolyzers. As a key member of the team, you will play a crucial role in developing sophisticated control systems to support the adoption of affordable green hydrogen, contributing to a greener and more sustainable future. Your primary responsibilities will include designing and implementing comprehensive C&A architectures for high-temperature, high-pressure electrolyzers. You will develop advanced process control strategies to ensure safe and efficient operation of the electrolyzer units, especially when integrated with renewable energy sources like solar and wind. Additionally, you will be tasked with ensuring compliance with industry standards, safety regulations, and best practices for hazardous environments. To excel in this role, you must have a minimum of 7+ years of experience in designing and commissioning C&A systems in demanding industrial settings such as oil & gas, chemical, petrochemical, or thermal power plants. Your expertise should extend to control systems for high-temperature and high-pressure processes, as well as multi-phase systems involving gas/vapor and liquid components. Proficiency in major PLC and DCS platforms, along with strong SCADA and HMI development skills, is essential. Ideally, you should hold a degree in Electronics/Electrical Engineering or a related field and possess sound knowledge of automation design principles. Your ability to solve complex interdisciplinary problems related to process control and automation, familiarity with industrial communication protocols, and understanding of relevant industry standards will be valuable assets in this role. Additionally, experience with renewable energy sources, electrolyzer technology, safety instrumented systems, and advanced process control techniques would be advantageous. Newtrace offers a competitive salary matching industry standards, along with a range of benefits including health insurance, paid time off, maternity/paternity leave, and more. The work environment promotes a healthy work-life balance, collaboration, and personal well-being, making it an ideal place to contribute to meaningful projects and be part of a supportive team. If you are a dedicated professional with a passion for industrial control and automation, and if you are looking to make a positive impact in the field of climate technology, we invite you to join us on this remarkable journey at Newtrace. (Note: Please refer to the original job description for specific details regarding application questions, work location, and benefits.),