Automation Engineer (Siemens PLC & Press Shop Maintenance)

JobItUs; Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar District; On-site; INR 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

Paradise Placement Consultancy is seeking an Automation Engineer to manage Siemens PLC-based automation systems and maintain press shop machinery in a manufacturing setting. The role focuses on troubleshooting electrical and automation breakdowns and ensuring smooth plant operations.

The candidate will work with Siemens tools (S7-1200/1500, TIA Portal, WinCC) and be responsible for preventive maintenance, system optimization, and coordinating with vendors for critical spare parts.

Qualifications

• BE/B.Tech or Diploma in Electrical Engineering.
• 1–3 years of experience in automotive/manufacturing automation.
• Hands-on Siemens PLC and HMI/SCADA experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop, modify, troubleshoot, and maintain Siemens PLC programs (S7-1200 / S7-1500).
• Handle HMI/SCADA systems and automation-related activities.
• Perform preventive and breakdown maintenance of stamping presses.
• Maintain hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical press shop equipment.
• Improve machine cycle time and production efficiency.
• Coordinate with vendors for critical electrical and automation parts.
• Attend electrical and PLC-related machinery breakdowns and perform RCA.
• Have hands-on knowledge of Siemens automation tools and hardware.
• Understand hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical press operations.

Education

Electrical Engineering (BE/B.Tech or Diploma)

Tools

TIA Portal

Simatic Manager

WinCC Flexible

Siemens hardware

Job description

Automation Engineer

Position: Automation Engineer – Siemens PLC & Press Shop Maintenance

Location: Waluj MIDC, Chhatrapati Sambhaji Nagar, Maharashtra

Job Overview

Paradise Placement Consultancy is hiring an Automation Engineer for a manufacturing/automotive press shop. The candidate will be responsible for managing Siemens PLC-based automation systems, troubleshooting electrical and automation breakdowns, and maintaining press shop machinery to ensure smooth and efficient plant operations.

Key Responsibilities

1. PLC & Automation Management
   • Develop, modify, troubleshoot, and maintain Siemens PLC programs (S7-1200 / S7-1500).
   • Handle HMI/SCADA systems and automation-related activities.
2. Press Shop Maintenance
   • Perform preventive and breakdown maintenance of stamping presses.
   • Handle electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic maintenance of press shop equipment.
   • Maintain automated press-line equipment.
3. System Optimization
   • Improve machine cycle time and production efficiency.
   • Ensure proper functioning of safety interlocks.
   • Optimize press machinery and plant automation systems.
4. Spare Parts & Vendor Management
   • Coordinate with vendors for critical electrical and automation spare parts.
   • Maintain spare parts inventory to minimize machine downtime.
5. Breakdown & Root Cause Analysis
   • Attend electrical and PLC-related machine breakdowns.
   • Perform Root Cause Analysis (RCA).
   • Implement permanent corrective and preventive actions.
6. Siemens Automation Knowledge
   • Hands-on experience with TIA Portal, Simatic Manager, WinCC Flexible, and Siemens hardware.
7. Press Shop Operations
   • Knowledge of hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical press operations.
   • Understanding of die cushions and sheet metal feeding automation.

Eligibility Criteria

• Qualification: BE / B.Tech or Diploma in Electrical Engineering.
• Experience: 1–3 years in manufacturing / automotive press shop automation.
• Industry Preference: Automotive or manufacturing industry.
• Technical Skills: Siemens PLC, HMI/SCADA, electrical maintenance, hydraulic and pneumatic systems.