Senior Manager -EMCS Projects

About the Company

Lauritz Knudsen Electrical and Automation (A unit of Schneider Electric India Pvt. Ltd.) is a pioneering electrical and automation brand with a rich legacy of over 70 years in India. We offer a comprehensive portfolio of low-voltage switchgear, medium-voltage switchgear, automation solutions, software, and services catering to diverse segments, including homes, agriculture, buildings, infrastructure, and industry. L&T Switchgear is now Lauritz Knudsen Electrical & Automation.

About the Role

We are hiring a highly skilled Automation Engineer to design and implement advanced automation systems for electrical substations. This role demands expertise in PLC/RTU/SCADA software, communication protocols, and control systems to optimize the monitoring, control, and protection of critical substation equipment.

Responsibilities

• Design & Implementation:

  Lead the design and implementation of Electrical Monitoring & Control Systems (EMCS), Substation Automation Systems (SAS), E-SCADA systems and CRP.

• Documentation:

  Prepare and manage engineering documents, including System Architecture, Design Specification, IO Lists, Bill of Materials, General Arrangements, other calculations, and comprehensive FAT/SAT test reports.

• Programming:

  Design, develop, program, and test PLCs, RTUs, SCADA, and HMI.

• Protocol & Networking:

  Configure and test networks using protocols such as IEC 61850, IEC 60870-5-101/103/104, Modbus TCP/IP, OPC, and MQTT. Strong knowledge of PC/Servers, Networking, Cyber Security (e.g., IEC 62443, 62351), and virtualization is required.

• Logic & Configuration:

  Implement complex logic schemes (e.g., Load Shedding, Load Sharing, OLTC control, protection schemes in CRP etc) and manage IO Mapping, database troubleshooting.

• Tools:

  Proficiently use operating systems (Windows), communication tools (serial/IP), and debugging tools (Modscan, IED Scout, Wireshark, IEC Tester). Experience with Copadata Zenon and Schneider Electric solutions (M580, Saitel/T500, SCADA Operation etc) is required. Other platform experience is a plus.

• Collaboration:

  Collaborate with teams, stay updated on industry advancements, and conduct training/presentations.

• Travel:

  Role requires 10-20% travel.

Qualifications

• Education:

  B.Tech/B.E. in Electrical, Electronics, Electrical & Electronics Engineering.

• Experience:

  5 to 10 years in substation automation design and implementation.

• Technical Proficiency:

  Strong knowledge of SAS, RTU programming, HMI development, substation automation principles, load shedding, load sharing schemes and communication protocols (e.g., IEC 61850, DNP3).

• In-depth Understanding:

  Expertise in substation parameterisation and IED configuration.

Required Skills

• Excellent written & verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical ability and critical problem-solving skills.
• Innovative, self-driven, collaborative, and eager to learn new technologies.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities tasks effectively.

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