Plc Automation Engineer

Job Purpose

To carry out installation verification, configuration, testing, commissioning, and troubleshooting of Smart electrical components, including energy meters, circuit breakers, communication gateways, and associated SCADA/BMS systems.

2. Key Responsibilities

A. Smart Components Commissioning

• Installation verification, configuration, testing, and commissioning of Schneider Electric smart components.
• Commission energy meters such as PM5000, PM8000, and other supported PowerLogic meter series.
• Configure Schneider Electric ACBs, MCCBs, Micrologic trip units, and associated communication interfaces.
• Verify metering parameters, breaker status, trip indications, alarms, and electrical measurements.
• Verify CT/PT ratios, Modbus addresses, baud rates, parity, and communication settings.

B. Communication and Networking

• Configure and troubleshoot Modbus RTU, Modbus TCP/IP, and BACnet communication.
• Test RS-485 communication wiring, termination, shielding, polarity, and device addressing.
• Configure Ethernet switches, IP addresses, gateways, and communication networks.
• Perform communication testing using tools such as Modbus Poll, Modscan, and vendor configuration software.
• Troubleshoot communication failures, intermittent data, device discovery issues, and communication timeouts.

C. SCADA / Power Monitoring Integration

• Integrate smart components with Schneider Electric Power Monitoring Expert (PME), SCADA, and BMS platforms.
• Configure devices, verify parameter mapping, and validate real-time data acquisition.
• Test voltage, current, frequency, power, power factor, energy, THD, breaker status, and alarms.
• Verify device communication, trends, reports, dashboards, and event logs.
• Coordinate with software and design teams to resolve integration and data-mapping issues.

D. Testing and Troubleshooting

• Perform point-to-point verification and functional testing.
• Troubleshoot meter communication, breaker status, trip indication, and data update issues.
• Verify communication between field devices, gateways, servers, and monitoring software.
• Support integrated system testing, customer demonstrations, and site acceptance testing.
• Coordinate with Schneider Electric service engineers and customer representatives.

E. Documentation and Handover

• Prepare commissioning checklists, device lists, IP schedules, and communication test reports.
• Maintain punch-point lists and track issue closure.
• Prepare as-built documentation and commissioning reports.
• Provide basic operational training to customers and hand over the completed system.

3. Technical Skills Required

• Knowledge of LV electrical distribution systems and Main LT Panels.
• Experience with Schneider Electric PowerLogic meters and smart circuit breakers.
• Understanding of Modbus RTU, Modbus TCP/IP, RS-485, Ethernet, and BACnet.
• Basic knowledge of PLC, SCADA, BMS, and Power Monitoring Expert (PME).
• Ability to read electrical SLDs, wiring diagrams, and communication architecture drawings.
• Knowledge of electrical testing instruments and troubleshooting methods.
• Working knowledge of Windows servers, IP networking, and SQL Server is an advantage.

4. Educational Qualification

• Diploma or BE/B.Tech in Electrical and Electronics Engineering.
• Experience in electrical automation, smart metering, or power monitoring commissioning is preferred.

5. Key Competencies

• Site commissioning and troubleshooting skills.
• Good communication and coordination with customers and project teams.
• Ability to work independently at project sites.
• Willingness to travel as per project requirements.
• Strong documentation and problem-solving skills.

6. Performance Expectations

• Complete commissioning within the agreed project schedule.
• Ensure reliable communication and accurate data acquisition from all configured devices.
• Minimize repeat site visits through effective troubleshooting.
• Complete testing documentation and customer handover on time.Role & responsibilities

Preferred candidate profile