Discrete Automation Manager

Percivon Technologies; Pune District; On-site; INR 3,000,000 - 5,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Percivon Technologies in Pune seeks a seasoned Discrete Automation Manager to lead end-to-end automation projects for automotive and warehouse domains. You will guide cross-functional teams through design, commissioning, and handover while ensuring cost targets and on-time delivery.

The role demands 12–20 years in industrial automation, with 3–5 years in management, and strong PLC/HMI/robotics expertise. PMP/PRINCE2 preferred. On-site Pune location with stakeholder-facing responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering (Electrical, Electronics, Instrumentation, Automation, or related field).
• 12–20 years of experience in industrial automation with 3–5 years in a managerial/lead role.
• Experience in discrete automation systems for automotive and warehouse environments.
• Hands-on or supervisory expertise in PLC programming (Siemens, Rockwell), HMI/SCADA, and robotics.
• Strong understanding of automation architectures, networks, and safety systems.
• Experience with system integration, FAT/SAT, and commissioning activities.
• Proven project management experience in industrial automation projects.
• Strong planning, execution, and risk management capabilities.
• Excellent stakeholder management and customer-facing skills.
• Strong decision-making, problem-solving, and escalation management abilities.
• Effective communication, coordination, and reporting skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage the complete lifecycle of discrete automation projects from concept and design through execution, commissioning, and handover.
• Define and control project scope, deliverables, timelines, milestones, and budgets aligned with customer and business objectives.
• Ensure adherence to cost, quality, safety, and schedule targets across all project phases; identify risks and drive mitigation plans.
• Monitor project progress, resolve issues, and ensure on-time delivery.
• Coordinate closely with customers, vendors, system integrators, and internal stakeholders.
• Lead and manage cross-functional automation teams across multiple concurrent projects.
• Plan and allocate resources effectively while monitoring team performance and utilization.
• Provide technical guidance and act as escalation point for delivery, technical, and resource challenges.
• Conduct regular project reviews, technical and performance evaluations, and report status to senior management.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards, customer specifications, and internal processes.
• Foster a collaborative, accountable, and delivery-focused work culture while supporting skill development and succession planning.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Communication

Risk management

Scheduling & planning

Decision making

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Electrical, Electronics, Instrumentation, Automation, or related field)

PMP/PRINCE2 certification

Tools

Siemens PLC programming

Rockwell PLC programming

HMI/SCADA

Industrial robotics

Job description

The Discrete Automation Manager willbe responsible for leading and delivering end-to-end discrete automation projects within the Automative and Warehouse Automation domains . This role requires strong project management capabilities, technicalexpertisein industrial automation, and proven leadership skills to manage cross-functional teams and stakeholders while ensuringtimely, cost-effective, and high-quality project execution.

Experience:

12 to 20 years of experience.

Location:

Pune

Role & Responsibilities:

• Manage the complete lifecycle of discrete automation projects from concept and design through execution, commissioning, and handover.
• Define and control project scope, deliverables, timelines, milestones, and budgets aligned with customer and business objectives
• Ensure adherence to cost, quality, safety, and schedule targets across all project phases Identify project risks, dependencies, and constraints, and drive effective mitigation plans.
• Monitor project progress, resolve issues proactively, and ensure on-time delivery.
• Coordinate closely with customers, vendors, system integrators, and internal stakeholders.
• Lead and manage cross-functional automation teams (PLC, HMI/SCADA, Robotics) across multiple concurrent projects.
• Plan and allocate resources effectively while monitoring team performance and utilization.
• Provide technical guidance and act as the primary escalation point for delivery, technical, and resource challenges.
• Conduct regular project reviews, technical and performance evaluations, and report status to senior management.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards, customer specifications, and internal processes.
• Foster a collaborative, accountable, and delivery-focused work culture while supporting skill development and succession planning.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Electrical, Electronics, Instrumentation, Automation, or related field).
• PMP / PRINCE2 certification (preferred but not mandatory).
• 12–20years of experience in industrial automation with a minimum of 3–5 years in a managerial or lead role.
• Strong experience in discrete automation systems for automotive and warehouse environments.
• Hands-on or supervisory expertise in PLC programming (Siemens, Rockwell), HMI/SCADA systems, and industrial robotics.
• Solid understanding of automation architectures, industrial networks, and safety systems.
• Experience with system integration, FAT/SAT, and commissioning activities.
• Proven project management experience in industrial automation projects.
• Strong planning, execution, and risk management capabilities.
• Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects effectively.
• Excellent stakeholder management and customer-facing skills.
• Strong decision-making, problem-solving, and escalation management abilities.
• Effective communication, coordination, and reporting skills.