Application Engineer (PLC)

Lubi Electronics; Mumbai; On-site; INR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Lubi Electronics in Mumbai is seeking an experienced Application Engineer Industrial Automation with hands-on PLC programming and automation systems expertise. You will develop, test, commission and troubleshoot automation solutions for industrial equipment.

The role requires coordinating with technicians and customers, traveling to project sites, and delivering reliable control systems such as PLC, HMI, drives, and servo motion control.

Qualifications

• BE/B.Tech. or Diploma in Electronics & Communication Eng or related field.
• 1-6 years of relevant experience in PLC programming/industrial automation.
• Willingness to travel is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Develop, modify, and implement PLC programs for industrial automation equipment.
• Configure and program HMI, VFD/AC Drives, and Servo Drives.
• Install and commission automation programs at customer/project sites.
• Work closely with technicians during installation, commissioning, and troubleshooting.
• Test automation systems to ensure functionality, efficiency, reliability, and performance.
• Diagnose and resolve PLC, HMI, drive, and control-system issues.
• Understand machine/process requirements and translate them into automation solutions.
• Support system integration and machine commissioning activities.
• Conduct site visits for installation, testing, commissioning, troubleshooting, and customer support.
• Coordinate with internal engineering, production, and service teams to ensure timely project completion.
• Prepare and maintain technical documentation and program backups.
• Provide technical support to customers when required.
• Travel regularly to customer locations as part of project execution and support.

Skills

PLC Programming

HMI Programming

VFD/AC Drives

Servo Drives

Automation Systems

Troubleshooting

Electrical Drawings

Education

BE/B.Tech. or Diploma in Electronics & Communication Eng

Instrumentation & Control Engineering

Electrical Engineering

Electronics Engineering

Related disciplines

Job description

Lubi Electronics is looking for an experienced Application Engineer Industrial Automation with hands‑on expertise in PLC programming and automation systems.

The ideal candidate will be responsible for developing, implementing, commissioning, testing, and troubleshooting automation solutions for industrial equipment. This role involves close coordination with technicians and customers and requires frequent travel to customer/project sites.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, modify, and implement PLC programs for industrial automation equipment.
• Configure and program HMI, VFD/AC Drives, and Servo Drives.
• Install and commission automation programs at customer/project sites.
• Work closely with technicians during installation, commissioning, and troubleshooting.
• Test automation systems to ensure proper functionality, efficiency, reliability, and performance.
• Diagnose and resolve PLC, HMI, drive, and control‑system issues.
• Understand machine/process requirements and translate them into effective automation solutions.
• Support system integration and machine commissioning activities.
• Conduct site visits for installation, testing, commissioning, troubleshooting, and customer support.
• Coordinate with internal engineering, production, and service teams to ensure timely project completion.
• Prepare and maintain relevant technical documentation and program backups.
• Provide technical support and assistance to customers when required.
• Travel regularly to customer locations as part of project execution and support.

Required Technical Skills

• Strong hands‑on experience in PLC Programming.
• Good knowledge of HMI Programming and Configuration.
• Experience with VFD / AC Drives.
• Experience with Servo Drives and Servo Motion Control.
• Strong understanding of industrial automation and control systems.
• Good software programming and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to read and understand electrical/control panel drawings.
• Experience in machine automation, commissioning, and troubleshooting will be an advantage.

Required Qualifications

• B.E./B.Tech. or Diploma in:
• Electronics & Communication Engineering
• Instrumentation & Control Engineering
• Electrical Engineering
• Electronics Engineering
• Related disciplines
• 1-6 years of relevant experience in PLC programming/industrial automation.
• Candidates with strong practical exposure to automation projects and commissioning are preferred.
• Willingness to travel is mandatory.

Key Competencies

• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
• Good troubleshooting ability
• Hands‑on approach to technical problems
• Ability to work independently as well as with technicians and engineering teams
• Good communication and customer‑handling skills
• Ability to work at project/customer sites
• Willingness to learn and work with new automation technologies

Why Join Lubi Electronics?

• Opportunity to work on industrial automation and control projects
• Hands‑on exposure to PLC, HMI, VFD, and Servo technologies
• Opportunity to work directly on installation, commissioning, and troubleshooting
• Exposure to diverse industrial applications and customer requirements
• Growth opportunities within the industrial automation domain