Electrical Installation & Commissioning Engineer

Thompsons Hr Consulting; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Job summary

Thompsons Hr Consulting seeks an experienced industrial electrician to lead electrical installation and commissioning on BIW robotic lines. You will install panels, sensors, and safety devices, read EPLAN drawings, and support ABB robot connections.

You will coordinate with PLC, robotics, and mechanical teams, supervise subcontractors, and ensure safety and schedule adherence. The role requires 3–4 years in industrial electrical work, BIW or automotive robotics exposure, and willingness to work

Qualifications

• Diploma/B.E./B.Tech in Electrical Engineering.
• 3-4 years in industrial electrical installation and commissioning.
• Experience in BIW or automotive robotics is preferred.
• Willingness to work at customer sites and during extended shifts.

Responsibilities

• Execute and supervise electrical installation activities for BIW robotic lines.
• Installation and commissioning of control panels, robot panels, junction boxes, field devices, sensors, and safety devices.
• Supervise cable laying, cable dressing, termination, and continuity checks.
• Read and understand EPLAN/electrical drawings, wiring diagrams, and layouts.
• Installation and testing of PLC, HMI, VFD, remote I/O, RFID, safety devices, and network components.
• Support ABB robot electrical connections and commissioning.
• Perform I/O checking, loop checking, functional testing, and troubleshooting.
• Support commissioning of weld guns, tip dressers, conveyors, fixtures, grippers, and other BIW equipment.
• Troubleshoot electrical and control-related issues during dry runs and production trials.
• Coordinate with PLC, robotics, mechanical, welding, and customer teams.
• Coordinate and supervise electrical subcontractors and technicians.
• Support shutdown activities, line trials, ramp-up, and production handover.
• Ensure all activities are completed safely, as per drawings, quality requirements, and project schedule.
• Prepare daily progress reports, punch-point lists, and commissioning documentation.

Skills

Industrial electrical installation

BIW experience

Control wiring & panels

PLC & automation

Electrical safety

Reading electrical drawings

Education

Diploma/B.E./B.Tech in Electrical Engineering

Tools

EPLAN

Profinet/Ethernet/IP/Profibus

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Execute and supervise electrical installation activities for BIW robotic lines.
• Installation and commissioning of control panels, robot panels, junction boxes, field devices, sensors, and safety devices.
• Supervise cable laying, cable dressing, termination, and continuity checks.
• Read and understand EPLAN/electrical drawings, wiring diagrams, and layouts.
• Installation and testing of PLC, HMI, VFD, remote I/O, RFID, safety devices, and network components.
• Support ABB robot electrical connections and commissioning.
• Perform I/O checking, loop checking, functional testing, and troubleshooting.
• Support commissioning of weld guns, tip dressers, conveyors, fixtures, grippers, and other BIW equipment.
• Troubleshoot electrical and control-related issues during dry runs and production trials.
• Coordinate with PLC, robotics, mechanical, welding, and customer teams.
• Coordinate and supervise electrical subcontractors and technicians.
• Support shutdown activities, line trials, ramp-up, and production handover.
• Ensure all activities are completed safely, as per drawings, quality requirements, and project schedule.
• Prepare daily progress reports, punch-point lists, and commissioning documentation.

Required Skills

• 3-4 years of experience in industrial electrical installation and commissioning, preferably in BIW.
• Good knowledge of industrial electrical panels, control wiring, sensors, motors, VFDs, and safety circuits.
• Basic knowledge of PLC and automation systems.
• Good understanding of 24VDC control circuits and 3-phase power distribution.
• Ability to read EPLAN/electrical drawings.
• Knowledge of industrial communication networks such as Profinet, Ethernet/IP, or Profibus is an advantage.
• Good troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Strong understanding of machine and electrical safety.
• Willingness to work at customer sites and during shutdowns/extended shifts.

Qualification

Diploma / B.E. / B.Tech in Electrical / Electrical & Electronics Engineering.

Preferred Experience

Experience in Automotive BIW, robotic welding lines, ABB robots, Siemens/Allen-Bradley PLC systems, weld controllers, and automated production lines will be an added advantage.