Automation Engineer

Hical Technologies Pvt Ltd; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 800,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Job summary

Hical Technologies Pvt Ltd is seeking an Automation Engineer to lead project implementation and optimize industrial processes. You will work on design, build, trials, commissioning, and handover, ensuring safe and productive automation solutions.

The role involves PLC programming across major platforms, HMI/SCADA development, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to integrate automation with MES/ERP where required.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience in automation project lifecycle from concept to stabilization.
• Experience in PLC programming and HMI/SCADA development.
• Knowledge of machine integration with MES/ERP systems is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead automation project implementation across design, build, trials, commissioning, and handover.
• Design, develop, and troubleshoot PLC programs on multiple platforms.
• Develop operator-friendly HMI/SCADA screens and integrate with automation equipment.

Skills

Automation project implementation

PLC programming

HMI/SCADA development

3D CAD

Robotics & cobots

Industrial networking

Education

BE/B.Tech in Electrical Engineering

Mechatronics

Automation Engineering

Tools

Siemens PLC

Allen-Bradley

Mitsubishi

Omron

AutoCAD Electrical

Keyence vision

Job description

Key Responsibilities:

1. Automation Project Implementation Lead automation projects from concept, design, build, trials, commissioning, handover, and stabilization. Identify manufacturing automation opportunities that reduce manual intervention, improve safety, andincrease productivity. Prepare project plans, technical specifications, timelines, risk assessments, and implementation trackers. Coordinate with production, maintenance, quality, process engineering, tooling, and procurement teamsduring execution.
2. Design and development Knowledge and hands-on experience in design of SPMs, Automation systems with 3D and ACAD experience.Knowledge in PLC, HMI & SCADA Development will be an advantage / OptionalShould be able to handle a System integrator to perform the following . Hands-on experience will be an advantage. Design, develop, modify, and troubleshoot PLC programs using Siemens, Allen Bradley, Mitsubishi, Omron, orequivalent platforms. Develop operator-friendly HMI and SCADA screens for machine control, diagnostics, alarms, and productionmonitoring.
3. Automation Engineer Job Description | Industrial Engineering & Automation Optimize existing controls to improve cycle time, machine uptime, and process reliability.Knowledge and awareness in Machine & System Integration will be an advantage / Optional Integrate sensors, actuators, servo drives, VFDs, motion systems, vision systems, and industrial networkingdevices. Implement machine interlocks, guarding, safety circuits, emergency stop systems, and process controlimprovements. Interface automation equipment with MES, ERP, data collection systems, and production dashboards whererequired.
4. Knowledge and awareness in Robotics, Cobots & Vision Systems Support robotic and cobot applications for welding, machine tending, inspection, material handling, orassembly processes. Develop and optimize machine vision inspection systems for quality automation and defect detection. Conduct system validation, performance trials, and operator training before handover.
5. Continuous Improvement Drive productivity, cost reduction, cycle time reduction, and quality improvement projects through automation. Support lean manufacturing, poka-yoke, line balancing, digitalization, and Industry 4.0 initiatives. Perform root cause analysis and corrective actions for automation-related issues.
6. Documentation & Compliance Prepare electrical drawings, control narratives, IO lists, SOPs, operation manuals, troubleshooting guides, andFAT/SAT reports. Ensure compliance with electrical safety, machine safety, and internal manufacturing standards. Maintain project documentation, change records, backups, and lessons learned for future reuse.

Required Qualifications:

Education:

B.E./B.Tech in Electrical Engineering, Electronics & Instrumentation, Mechatronics, Automation Engineering, ora related discipline.

Experience:

Minimum 5 years of hands on industrial automation experience in a manufacturing environment. Proven experience in machine commissioning, troubleshooting, automation project execution, and production support.

Technical Skills:

Mandatory Skills:

• Experience & Sound knowledge in identification and feasibility workout of Automation projects.
• Hands ON experience in developing concept, design, build, trials, commissioning, handover, and stabilization of Automation equipment and systems
• Knowledge and hands-on experience in design of SPMs, Automation systems (3D and ACAD experience preferred)
• Experience in Methods Engineering / Process planning / Production Engineering will be preferred.

Preferred/optional Skills:

• Knowledge in PLC programming
• HMI/SCADA development
• industrial networking such as Ethernet/IP, Profinet, Modbus, and Profibus
• VFDs
• servo systems
• motion control
• sensors
• instrumentation
• electrical panel design
• troubleshooting
• AutoCAD Electrical or EPLAN. Machine vision systems such as Keyence, Cognex, Hikrobot, or equivalent
• robotics/cobots
• MES integration
• SQL database basics
• Industry 4.0 and IIoT applications
• Python, C#, or automation scripting-additional advantage

Behavioral Competencies:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and cross-functional coordination abilities.
• Ability to handle multiple automation projects simultaneously.
• Team-oriented approach with a strong ownership mindset.
• Continuous improvement and innovation mindset.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs):

• Automation projects completed on time and within the planned scope.
• Productivity improvement achieved through automation.
• Reduction in cycle time, defects, and manual dependency.
• Machine uptime and reliability improvement after stabilization.
• Cost savings generated through automation initiatives.
• Successful commissioning, handover, and training of automated systems.
• Compliance with safety, quality, and documentation standards.