Engineer

Dana Incorporated; Pune District; On-site; INR 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Dana Incorporated is seeking a Controls Engineer in Pune to oversee automation systems within the EV motor and inverter manufacturing environment. The role requires 5-7 years of experience in industrial automation, focusing on machine controls, integration of sensors, and communication protocols. Key tasks include leading installations of control systems, managing PLC maintenance, and improving production efficiency. Candidates should hold a BE/BTech in a relevant field along with certification in PLC training.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of experience in a similar role.
• Strong knowledge of industrial automation systems。
• Ability to troubleshoot machine communication networks.

Responsibilities

• Lead installations of MES, Argonaut, Ignition and SQL systems.
• Manage PLC/HMI version control and documentation.
• Drive improvements in first pass yield and reduce rework.

Skills

PLC Platforms: Siemens (S7-1200/1500), Allen‑Bradley, Mitsubishi

HMI/SCADA: TIA Portal, WinCC, FactoryTalk, Ignition

Drives & Motion: Servo drives, AC drives, encoder feedback systems

Safety Systems: Safety PLCs, SIL/PL concepts

Communication Protocols: Profinet, Ethernet/IP, CAN, Modbus TCP

Electrical Knowledge: Control panels, wiring, field instruments

Testing Systems: EOL testers, HV testing, NI testing

Education

BE / BTech in Electrical, Electronics, Instrumentation, Mechatronics

Certified PLC training

Experience in EV / Automotive / Power Electronics manufacturing

Knowledge of traction inverter or motor test systems

Job description

Job Purpose

Position: Controls Engineer

Experience: 5–7 Years

Industry: EV Motor & Inverter Manufacturing

Location: Pune / Manufacturing Plant Environment

Function: Maintenance / Industrial Automation

Working: In shift and 6 days working

The Controls Engineer will be responsible for automation systems, machine controls, testing stations, safety systems, and commissioning of equipment used in EV motor & inverter manufacturing and testing. The role involves close coordination with production, maintenance, quality, and OEM suppliers to ensure robust, safe, and optimized control systems.

Job Duties And Responsibilities

• Lead the installations of MES, Argonaut, Ignition, SQL, NI, LabVIEW system on assembly lines
• Lead PLC/HMI/SCADA/servo/robotics/VFD maintenance and improvements (Siemens, Allen-Bradley, Mitsubishi, Omron, Delta, Beckhoff; Ethernet/IP, Profinet, Modbus/TCP).
• Manage PLC/HMI version control, backup & restore, change management, and safe programming standards; maintain the controls asset library.
• Troubleshoot machine communication networks, field buses, and I/O diagnostics; ensure electrical schematics and logic documentation are current.
• Drive poka‑yoke, interlocks, vision systems, DC tools and traceability enhancements to improve first pass yield and reduce rework.
• Integrate sensors, actuators, drives, servo systems, and VFDs used in inverter and motor production.
• Work with industrial communication protocols such as:
  • Profinet / Profibus / EtherNet‑IP / Modbus / CAN
• Support data acquisition for SCADA / MES / traceability systems.
• Enable machine connectivity and basic Industry 4.0 initiatives.

Education And Qualifications

• BE / BTech in Electrical, Electronics, Instrumentation, Mechatronics
• Certified PLC training
• Experience in EV / Automotive / Power Electronics manufacturing
• Knowledge of traction inverter or motor test systems is a strong advantage
• Exposure to lean manufacturing and TPM concepts

Skills and Competencies

Technical Skills Required

• PLC Platforms: Siemens (S7-1200/1500), Allen‑Bradley, Mitsubishi
• HMI/SCADA: TIA Portal, WinCC, FactoryTalk, Ignition
• Drives & Motion: Servo drives, AC drives, encoder feedback systems
• Safety Systems: Safety PLCs, SIL/PL concepts, evacuation & HV safety logic
• Communication Protocols: Profinet, Ethernet/IP, CAN, Modbus TCP
• Panel & Electrical Knowledge: Control panels, wiring, field instruments
• Testing Systems: EOL testers, HV testing, NI testing, Hi pot testing, automated test benches