Automation Engineer - Site Commissioning

FLSmidth Pvt Ltd; Chennai; Vor Ort; INR 1.200.000 - 2.400.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

FLSmidth Pvt Ltd seeks an Automation Engineer – Site Commissioning to lead on-site startup, testing, and stabilization of ECS/SCADA/PLC systems in live plant environments.

You will troubleshoot instruments, validate interlocks, tune control loops, and ensure safe startup while coordinating with electrical, mechanical, and process teams. Travel and shift work are expected.

Qualifikationen

• Hands-on experience in site commissioning of automation systems.
• Ability to read P&IDs and wiring diagrams.
• Strong troubleshooting in live plant environments.
• Willingness to travel, work shifts, and startup hours.

Aufgaben

• Site Commissioning & Startup: cold/hot commissioning, loop checks, calibration, and signal validation.
• Download and test PLC programs across Rockwell, Siemens, and ABB platforms.
• Configure and validate SCADA/ECS systems (WinCC, FactoryTalk, 800xA).
• Field troubleshooting of instruments, signals, and communications.
• Document results and handover to operations with training.

Kenntnisse

Rockwell PLC

Siemens PLC

ABB PLC

SCADA configuration

On-site commissioning

Troubleshooting live plants

Tools

WinCC

FactoryTalk

800xA

Jobbeschreibung

Chief Engineer, Automation Customer Services J ob Title: Automation Engineer – Site Commissioning (ECS / SCADA / PLC)

Role Overview

The Automation Engineer (Site Commissioning) is responsible for on-site commissioning, testing, troubleshooting, and stabilization of automation systems including FLS ECS, SCADA, and PLC platforms (Rockwell, Siemens, ABB). This role is highly hands‑on and requires working in live plant environments to ensure safe startup, reliable operation, and performance optimization of process units.

Key Responsibilities

• Site Commissioning & Startup
  
  • Execute cold commissioning : I/O loop checking Instrument calibration validation Signal verification from field to PLC/SCADA
  • Perform hot commissioning : Equipment-wise startup (motors, drives, feeders, screens, mills) Interlock validation and permissive checks Commission FLS ECS (Expert Control System) and integrate with plant PLCs Support first material flow and ramp-up to design capacity
• PLC & Control Logic Execution (On‑Site)
  
  • Download, test, and modify PLC programs: Rockwell (ControlLogix / CompactLogix) Siemens (S7 / TIA Portal) ABB (AC800M / 800xA)
  • Debug real‑time issues: Incorrect interlocks Sequence failures Timing issues Fine‑tune control logic based on actual plant behaviour
• SCADA / ECS Commissioning
  
  • Configure and validate SCADA systems: FLS ECS / ECS Control enter WinCC / FactoryTalk / ABB 800xA Test: Graphics and operator screens Alarm systems and priorities Trends and data logging Ensure operator usability during live operation
• Field Troubleshooting
  
  • Diagnose and resolve: Instrument issues (level, pressure, flow, vibration) Signal noise / incorrect readings Communication failures: Modbus, Profibus, Profinet, Ethernet/IP
  • Coordinate with: Electrical team (MCC, drives) Mechanical team (equipment readiness) Process team (operating conditions)
• Process Stabilization & Optimization
  
  • Tune control loops (PID tuning under real load)
  • Optimize sequences for: Smooth startup/shutdown Reduced trips and false alarms
  • Implement ECS logic improvements: Expert rules Interlock refinement
• Integration & Communication
  
  • Ensure seamless communication between: PLC SCADA ECS PLC Drives / Field devices
  • Configure and troubleshoot: OPC communication Network architecture (industrial Ethernet)
  • Support edge device integration (if CMS / analytics deployed)
• Documentation & Handover
  
  • Update: As-built logic I/O lists Interlock documents Prepare commissioning reports: Test results Issue logs Modifications done Support handover to operations team with training

Required Skills

Core Field Skills

• Strong hands‑on experience in: Loop checking Commissioning sequences Live troubleshooting
• Ability to read: P&IDs Wiring diagrams Control logic Automation Skills PLC programming & debugging: Ladder, FBD, basic Structured Text SCADA/ECS configuration and testing Strong understanding of: Interlocks Permissives Trip logic Industrial Communication Hands-on troubleshooting: Modbus TCP/IP Profibus / Profinet Ethernet/IP Basic network diagnostics

PLC & Control Logic Execution (On‑Site)

• Domain Knowledge (Highly Preferred) Mining / Mineral processing plants Equipment like: Crushers, mills, flotation cells, vibrating screens, thickeners ,Rotary Kilns, Filter Press, Understanding of real plant problems: Choking, overload, vibration, wear

Soft Skills (Critical for Site Role)

• Ability to work under pressure during startup
• Quick decision‑making in plant conditions
• Strong coordination with multiple teams
• Willingness for: Travel Shift work Shutdown work

Typical Work Conditions

• On‑site (plant environment)
• Long commissioning hours during startup
• Exposure to dust, noise, and industrial conditions

KPIs / Success Metrics

• Successful startup without major delays
• Number of issues resolved during commissioning
• Time to stabilize plant operation
• Reduction in trips and alarms / Smooth handover to operations FLSmidth is the leading supplier of engineering, equipment and service solutions to customers in the mining and minerals industries – for more information please visit FLSmidth.com/careers
• Experience Level Executive Level