E&I Head

Vaaman Engineers; Bokaro District; On-site; INR 1,400,000 - 3,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Vaaman Engineers in Jharkhand, India, seeks an experienced Head of Electrical & Instrumentation to lead the E&I function of the Aluminium Extrusion Plant. You will drive reliability, safety, and efficiency across automation, controls, and power distribution.

The role requires overseeing PLC/SCADA/HMI, HT/LT systems, maintenance budgets, and a team of engineers and technicians, coordinating with Production and Maintenance for continuous plant operations.

Qualifications

• Electrical engineering degree required with leadership experience.
• 1015 years of relevant experience in E&I maintenance.
• Experience in Aluminium extrusion or heavy engineering industries.
• Strong knowledge of PLC/SCADA and industrial automation.

Responsibilities

• Lead the E&I department and manage day-to-day plant maintenance.
• Oversee electrical systems of presses, furnaces, and cooling systems.
• Plan preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance schedules.
• Ensure PLC/SCADA/HMI and motor control function reliably.
• Drive continuous improvement in equipment reliability.

Skills

PLC & SCADA systems

VFD & motor control

Electrical safety compliance

Leadership & team management

Troubleshooting & breakdown management

Education

B.E./B.Tech in Electrical Engineering

Diploma in Electrical Engineering (senior level exp)

Tools

HT/LT systems

Transformers & substations

Electrical distribution panels

Job description

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To lead and manage the Electrical & Instrumentation (E&I) function of the Aluminium Extrusion Manufacturing Plant, ensuring reliable plant operations, equipment availability, preventive maintenance, automation, energy efficiency, and compliance with electrical safety standards.

Key Responsibilities

1. Lead the Electrical & Instrumentation department and manage day-to-day plant maintenance activities.
2. Handle maintenance, troubleshooting, and breakdown management of electrical systems and equipment.
3. Oversee electrical systems of Aluminium Extrusion Presses, Billet Heating Furnaces, Die Heating Furnaces, Ageing Furnaces, Cooling Systems, and Foundry equipment.
4. Ensure smooth functioning of PLC, SCADA, HMI, VFD, motors, control panels, sensors, and automation systems.
5. Plan and implement preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance schedules.
6. Manage HT/LT electrical systems, transformers, substations, DG sets, PCC/MCC panels, and power distribution.
7. Monitor equipment performance and minimize electrical breakdowns and production downtime.
8. Ensure proper maintenance of instrumentation, temperature controllers, pressure sensors, and other process-control instruments.
9. Coordinate with Production and Maintenance teams for smooth plant operations.
10. Lead electrical installation, commissioning, modification, and plant expansion projects.
11. Ensure compliance with electrical safety standards, statutory requirements, and energy conservation practices.
12. Manage departmental manpower, contractors, spare parts, and maintenance budgets.
13. Maintain electrical maintenance records, breakdown reports, and equipment history.
14. Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance equipment reliability and operational efficiency.

Educational Qualification

• B.E. / B.Tech. in Electrical Engineering.
• Diploma in Electrical Engineering may be considered with relevant senior-level experience.

Experience

• 1015 years of relevant experience in Electrical & Instrumentation maintenance.
• Experience in Aluminium Extrusion, Aluminium Manufacturing, Steel, Metal Processing, or Heavy Engineering industries.
• Previous experience handling E&I functions at a manufacturing plant in a leadership role.

Required Skills

• Strong knowledge of PLC, SCADA, VFD, automation, and industrial control systems.
• Hands-on experience with HT/LT systems, transformers, motors, and electrical distribution.
• Strong troubleshooting and breakdown management capabilities.
• Knowledge of preventive and predictive maintenance.
• Leadership, team management, and vendor coordination skills.
• Knowledge of electrical safety and statutory compliance.

Preferred Industry

Aluminium Extrusion, Aluminium Manufacturing, Steel, Foundry, Metal Processing, and Heavy Engineering.