Industrial Automation Engineer

ABB; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

ABB India Ltd. is seeking a senior-focused Automation/Industrial Engineering professional to optimize production assembly methods, processes, and equipment for improved cost, quality, and safety.

The role emphasizes Industry 4.0, smart factory initiatives, and cross-functional collaboration in Bengaluru-based operations. You will drive production-method optimization, cycle-time improvements, and equipment performance alignment with product cost budgets, supporting ABB's Electrification Smart

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in electrical, Electromechanical, Mechatronics, or related Engineering, with 12-15 years of relevant experience in Automation or Industrial Engineering.
• Advanced practical knowledge of PLC, SCADA/HMI, Industry 4.0, IoT, and smart factory technologies.
• Proficiency in industrial communication protocols including Modbus TCP/IP, RS232/RS485, Ethernet, Profinet, and Profibus, with good knowledge of LAN/Wi-Fi networking.
• Experience with NI-LabVIEW and programming technologies such as C#/.NET, MVC, WPF, and Python; knowledge of MySQL/MS-SQL or other RDBMS.
• Working knowledge of CAD tools such as Pro-Engineer/ Creo or AutoCAD, along with basic understanding of machine design and fixture development.
• Working knowledge of Operational Excellence methodologies, including Kaizen, 5S, Value Stream Mapping, Theory of Constraints, Visual Management, and Root Cause Analysis.
• Extensive problem-solving, project management, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to guide automation and Smart Factory initiatives from concept through implementation.

Responsibilities

• Oversee Industry 4.0 and Smart Factory initiatives, identifying innovative ideas and developing them into practical manufacturing solutions.
• Manage project planning, execution, budgeting, and implementation of Smart Factory projects within defined timelines and priorities.
• Analyze existing material flow, information flow, operational processes, and factory architecture to design and implement future-ready smart manufacturing systems.
• Identify key technical requirements across direct and indirect manufacturing processes and develop standardized, automated, and optimized solutions.
• Plan and facilitate assembly processes, layouts, and assembly line qualification, while effectively managing stakeholders, negotiations, communication, and complex problem-solving.

Skills

Automation engineering

PLC & SCADA/HMI

IoT & Industry 4.0

C#/.NET & Python

Project management

Stakeholder engagement

Problem-solving

Industrial networking

Education

Bachelor's/Master's in Electrical/Electrical & Electronics/Mechatronics

12–15 years of experience in Automation/Industrial Eng.

Tools

NI-LabVIEW

MySQL/MS-SQL

Creo/Pro/Engineer

AutoCAD

Job description

This Position reports to: Production Engineering Manager

What we believe in

At ABB, we are dedicated to addressing global challenges. Our core values: care, courage, curiosity, and collaboration - combined with a focus on diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunities - are key drivers in our aim to empower everyone to create sustainable solutions. That''s our story. Make it your story.

Your role and responsibilities:

In this role, you will have the opportunity to optimize the Production organizations assembly methods, processes, and equipment to minimize labor hours in accordance with business strategies related to quality, efficiency, costs, and safety. Each day, you will ensure appropriate production methods, cycle time, equipment performance, and materials/components in support of production targets. You will also showcase your skills by defining the working phase sequence of a new production process to align with the targeted product cost and equipment investment budget.

The work model for the role is: #Li-Onsite

The role will support for the ABB India Ltd for Electrification Smart Power Business to be based at Nelamangala, BANGALORE, India.

You will be mainly accountable for:

• Oversee Industry 4.0 and Smart Factory initiatives, identifying innovative ideas and developing them into practical manufacturing solutions.
• Manage project planning, execution, budgeting, and implementation of Smart Factory projects within defined timelines and priorities.
• Analyze existing material flow, information flow, operational processes, and factory architecture to design and implement future-ready smart manufacturing systems.
• Identify key technical requirements across direct and indirect manufacturing processes and develop standardized, automated, and optimized solutions.
• Plan and facilitate assembly processes, layouts, and assembly line qualification, while effectively managing stakeholders, negotiations, communication, and complex problem-solving.

Qualifications for the role:

• Bachelors or Masters degree in electrical, Electromechanical, Mechatronics, or related Engineering, with 1215 years of relevant experience in Automation or Industrial Engineering.
• Advanced practical knowledge of PLC, SCADA/HMI, Industry 4.0, IoT, and smart factory technologies.
• Proficiency in industrial communication protocols including Modbus TCP/IP, RS232/RS485, Ethernet, Profinet, and Profibus, with good knowledge of LAN/Wi-Fi networking.
• Experience with NI-LabVIEW and programming technologies such as C#/.NET, MVC, WPF, and Python; knowledge of MySQL/MS-SQL or other RDBMS.
• Working knowledge of CAD tools such as Pro-Engineer/Creo or AutoCAD, along with basic understanding of machine design and fixture development.
• Working knowledge of Operational Excellence methodologies, including Kaizen, 5S, Value Stream Mapping, Theory of Constraints, Visual Management, and Root Cause Analysis.
• Extensive problem-solving, project management, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to guide automation and Smart Factory initiatives from concept through implementation.

More about us:

ABB Smart Power provides energy distribution solutions for data centers, industrial and manufacturing plants, critical infrastructure and commercial buildings. The Divisions technical teams work closely with industry partners, delivering advanced solutions that support rapid growth, energy transition, and sustainability objectives. The Divisions portfolio includes industrial circuit breakers, low-voltage systems, motor starting applications, and safety devices like switches and relays. Its Power Protection unit supports the worlds largest data center companies with advanced energy-efficient UPS solutions. The Divisions ABB Ability Energy Manager provides a scalable, easy-to-use platform that helps organizations save energy and reduce CO2 emissions.