Chief Engineer, Automation Customer Services

FLSmidth; Chennai District; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

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Job summary

FLSmidth seeks an Automation Engineer for on-site commissioning at an Indian site. You will drive startup, testing, and stabilization of automation systems including ECS, SCADA, and PLC platforms.

This hands-on role requires working in live plant environments to ensure safe startup and reliable operation. The ideal candidate has 5–12 years' commissioning/site experience, with EPC/OEM exposure, and strong PLC/SCADA skills across Rockwell, Siemens, and ABB platforms.

Qualifications

• 5–12 years in commissioning / site roles.
• EPC / OEM commissioning experience preferred.
• Strong hands-on troubleshooting in live plant environments.
• Ability to read P&IDs and wiring diagrams.

Responsibilities

• Site commissioning and startup of automation systems.
• Test and troubleshoot ECS, SCADA, and PLC programs.
• Validate interlocks, permissives, and safety checks.
• Configure and validate SCADA graphics and alarms.
• Diagnose field instrument issues and network communications.
• Tune control loops and optimize sequences.
• Prepare commissioning reports and handover documentation.

Skills

Loop checking

Commissioning sequences

Live troubleshooting

P&ID reading

Wiring diagrams

Control logic

Ladder / FBD / ST

SCADA / ECS configuration

Tools

Rockwell Automation (ControlLogix/CompactLogix)

Siemens S7 / TIA Portal

ABB AC800M / 800xA

Job description

Job 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

1. 1. 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
2. 2. 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
3. 3. 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
4. 4. 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)
5. 5. 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
6. 6. 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)
7. 7. 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
• 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 Experience
• Experience 5–12 years in commissioning / site roles Experience in EPC / OEM commissioning preferred
• 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
• We offer all employees access to a dedicated recognition platform, empowering you to celebrate achievements, share appreciation and stay connected globally.
• FLS is a leading, full flowsheet minerals processing supplier to the global mining industry. We deliver proven technologies and services across the lifecycle of operations, and have set targets of providing solutions for zero-emissions mining by 2030 with our MissionZero programme.