Plant Automation Engineer

Role Overview

We are looking for an experienced Automation Instrumentation professional to lead the design, implementation and optimization of industrial automation systems across large-scale manufacturing operations. The incumbent will play a critical role in project execution, process control enhancement, digital transformation initiatives and maintenance reliability programs while ensuring operational excellence and safety compliance.

• Project Engineering Execution – Lead automation and instrumentation activities for Greenfield and Brownfield projects from conceptualization through commissioning. Develop technical specifications, engineering drawings, control philosophies and functional design documents. Coordinate with OEMs, EPC contractors, consultants and internal stakeholders to ensure successful project delivery. Manage project schedules, budgets, procurement activities and site execution milestones.
• Automation Control Systems – Design, configure and maintain PLC, SCADA, DCS and industrial communication networks. Drive control system upgrades, modernization projects and technology migration initiatives. Develop and implement automation strategies to improve plant productivity, reliability and energy efficiency. Support advanced process control and optimization initiatives.
• Instrumentation Maintenance – Oversee installation, calibration, commissioning and troubleshooting of field instruments and control equipment. Establish preventive and predictive maintenance practices for automation assets. Conduct root cause analysis of system failures and implement sustainable corrective actions. Ensure proper management of system backups, documentation and cybersecurity controls.
• Operational Excellence – Identify opportunities for process improvement, automation enhancement and cost optimization. Utilize data analytics and operational performance indicators to drive continuous improvement initiatives. Support reliability engineering programs and plant performance enhancement projects. Ensure adherence to safety, quality and environmental standards.
• Leadership & Stakeholder Management – Lead and mentor engineering and maintenance teams. Collaborate closely with production, maintenance, procurement and project management teams. Provide technical guidance and training on automation systems and best practices. Drive a culture of innovation, accountability and operational excellence.

• Bachelor's Degree in Instrumentation Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.
• MBA, PGDM or equivalent management qualification is an advantage.
• 15 years of experience in industrial automation, instrumentation, process control and project engineering.
• Proven experience in large manufacturing environments such as Cement, Metals, Mining, Power, Chemical or Process Industries.

• PLC platforms – Allen‑Bradley, Siemens, Schneider Electric or equivalent.
• SCADA, DCS systems and industrial communication protocols.
• Instrumentation systems including transmitters, analyzers, control valves, weigh feeders and field devices.
• SAP PM maintenance planning systems and asset management tools.
• Process control optimization and advanced automation technologies.
• Strong understanding of industrial safety standards and engineering best practices.

• Automation Strategy, System Integration, Capital Project Management, Process Optimization, Reliability Maintenance Engineering.
• Vendor/Contractor Management, Budgeting, Cost Control, Problem Solving, Root Cause Analysis.
• Team Leadership, Cross‑functional Collaboration.
• Manufacturing, Cement, Building Materials, Mining, Heavy Engineering, Power Generation, Chemical Processing or similar process industries.

10–22 Years