Automation and Controls Engineer

Automation & Control Engineer those can join in 2 weeks.

Job Description Automation & Control Engineer

Position

Automation & Control Engineer

Department

Engineering Automation & Control

Location

Pune, Maharashtra

Reporting To

Engineering Manager / Project Manager

Experience

0-3 Years

Qualification

• B.E./B.Tech. in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Instrumentation Engineering, Mechatronics, Automation Engineering, or related discipline.
• Diploma holders with relevant industrial automation experience may also be considered.
• Knowledge of industrial automation systems, electrical control panels, PLCs, HMIs, and industrial communication protocols is preferred.

Job Summary

The Automation & Control Engineer will be responsible for designing, assembling, testing, installing, commissioning, and supporting industrial automation systems and electrical control panels. The role also involves Analysing Industrial automation requirements, designing solution, Implementation, robotics development, troubleshooting, and on-site commissioning of automation solutions for manufacturing and Industry 4.0 applications.

Key Responsibilities

1. Electrical Panel Design

• Design electrical control panels using AutoCAD Electrical, EPLAN, or equivalent CAD software.
• Prepare electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, GA drawings, terminal plans, and panel layouts.
• Select suitable electrical components such as PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, servo drives, relays, circuit breakers, SMPS, sensors, and safety devices.
• Prepare Bill of Materials (BOM), cable schedules, and engineering documentation.

2. Electrical Panel Assembly

• Assemble and wire electrical control panels according to approved drawings.
• Mount electrical components, route cables, perform ferruling, crimping, labeling, and termination.
• Verify panel wiring before energization.
• Coordinate with production and procurement teams to ensure timely panel manufacturing.
• Maintain high standards of workmanship and electrical safety during assembly.

3. Quality Assurance

• Inspect incoming electrical components for quality and specifications.
• Perform panel inspections, continuity testing, insulation resistance testing, and functional testing.
• Verify PLC I/O wiring, power circuits, and control circuits.
• Prepare and execute Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT) and support Site Acceptance Tests (SAT).
• Maintain inspection records, quality reports, and test documentation.
• Ensure compliance with quality management procedures and customer requirements.

4. Industrial Automation & Robotics Development

• Develop PLC programs for machine and process automation.
• Configure and develop HMI and SCADA applications.
• Integrate sensors, actuators, servo systems, drives, machine vision systems, and industrial robots.
• Configure industrial communication protocols such as Modbus RTU/TCP, Profinet, Ethernet/IP, CANopen, OPC UA, and MQTT.
• Troubleshoot automation systems and optimize machine performance.
• Participate in the development of Industry 4.0, IIoT, and smart manufacturing solutions.

5. Installation & Commissioning

• Install electrical control panels, sensors, field devices, and automation equipment at customer sites.
• Perform electrical wiring checks and field cable terminations.
• Commission PLC, HMI, SCADA, VFD, servo, and robotic systems.
• Conduct I/O testing, functional testing, interlock verification, and performance validation.
• Diagnose and resolve electrical, control, communication, and field integration issues.
• Train customer operators and maintenance personnel on system operation and basic troubleshooting.
• Prepare commissioning reports, site documentation, and customer handover documents.
• Provide post-installation technical support whenever required.
• Travel to customer sites for installation, commissioning, maintenance, and service activities.

Documentation

• Prepare engineering documentation, operation manuals, maintenance manuals, and as-built drawings.
• Maintain backups of PLC, HMI, SCADA, and robot programs.
• Prepare installation reports, commissioning reports, FAT/SAT reports, and service reports.
• Maintain revision control of all engineering documents.

Required Technical Skills

• Electrical Control Panel Design and Assembly
• Industrial Sensors & Instrumentation
• Industrial Communication Protocols (Modbus, Profinet, Ethernet/IP, CANopen, OPC UA, MQTT)
• PLC Programming
• VFD & Servo Drive Integration
• Electrical Troubleshooting
• Robotics Integration
• Control System Commissioning
• Industrial Safety Practices
• MS Office and Technical Documentation

Soft Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and in cross-functional teams
• Strong documentation skills
• Customer-focused approach
• Willingness to travel extensively for site activities
• Attention to detail and commitment to quality

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Timely completion of panel design and manufacturing
• First-pass success during FAT and SAT
• On-time project installation and commissioning
• Minimal commissioning issues and service callbacks
• Compliance with quality and safety standards
• Accurate and complete engineering documentation
• Customer satisfaction and successful project handover
• Continuous improvement and process optimization initiatives

Why Join Us

• Opportunity to work on real-world naval and industrial projects
• Hands-on exposure to industrial automation and monitoring systems
• Experience in field deployment and commissioning environments
• Structured workflow with strong technical learning exposure