Lead Engineer - Control System-1

GE Vernova Consulting; Vadodara; Hybrid; INR 1,200,000 - 2,200,000; Full time

Job summary

GE Vernova invites applications for a Lead Engineer Control System to drive project execution for Hydro Control System COE. You will perform hardware and software design of control packages, work autonomously, and coordinate with the MPE and Control System Engineering Manager on multiple projects.

Responsibilities include contract analysis, design documentation, IO list reviews, and developing logic programs and HMI views.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in Electrical/Electronics/Instrumentation/Control required.
• 8–14 years of Controls Engineering with 5+ years PLC hardware design and software programming.
• Familiar with DCS design, HW/SW, HMI, cybersecurity (IEC62443 & NERC-CIP).
• Experience with RS Logix, Studio 5000, FT View and related tools.

Responsibilities

• Perform contract analysis, concept design, reverse engineering, and prepare work statements.
• Document technical data and review IO lists and supplier documents.
• Create supplier specifications for BTS/BTP DCS solutions and coordinate with vendors.
• Prepare/update logic programs and HMI views per P&ID and standards.
• Prepare/update OMM documents and track project schedules.
• Collaborate with global teams on project execution.

Skills

PLC hardware design

Software programming

English communication

Education

Bachelor of Engineering in Electrical/Electronics/Instrumentation/Control

Tools

RSLogix

Studio 5000

FT View

Control ST

Cimplicity

SCALA

SICAM

Rockwell Automation

Job description

Job Summary

As a Lead Engineer Control System, you will be responsible for project execution activities on Control System design and working for Hydro Control System COE. You will work autonomously and deliver as directed and under supervision of the Main Package Engineer (MPE, Control System COE) for the project or by the Control System Engineering Manager. You will perform hardware and software design of the various hydro Control system packages for one or more projects, on own DCS or on 3rd party control solutions.

Role & Responsibilities

• Perform contract analysis, concept design, reverse engineering, prepare work-statement document.
• Document technical data generated for the assigned project.
• Review supplier documents (IO list, P&ID, Minfex data of partners) and prepare/update IO list.
• Create supplier technical specification for BTS or BTP DCS solution, coordinate with suppliers & do technical follow up.
• Prepare/update Logic programs, HMI mimics views as per P&ID and standard faceplates.
• Prepare and update OMM document.
• Track project schedule and implementation plan.

Other job needs

• Undertake occasional short-term travel to customer and supplier premises for technical discussions, design follow-up, testing, FAT, etc.
• Perform Site Survey activities, mapping existing systems and compile design inputs.
• Prepare de-commissioning and dismantling needs (manuals) for the system.

Nature of Products/Projects - Power plant control system (BTS or BTP) Partnership - This role calls for cross-functional interface, positioned on control design, with coordination with several process partners and customers. Collaborations include, but not limited to, interface within Engineering functions including Product development (NPI), Supply Chain and Customer facing organizations. Personal responsibilities -

• Deliver trainings programs to internal and external customers.
• Work on quality & productivity improvement and cost-out actions.
• Perform interface engineering, Site Support.
• Development of standards and design practice guides and use in project.
• Collaborate with global teams on project execution activities.

Qualifications

Bachelor of Engineering Degree in Electrical / Electronics / Instrumentation / Control from accredited college or university. 8 to 14 years of Controls Engineering experience with at least 5 years relevant experience in PLC hardware design and software programming. Should be aware of applicable standards and best practices in DCS design, including HW design, SW logic and User interface (HMI) design, control cubicle design and cybersecurity solutions. Should be aware global Cybersecurity standards such as IEC62443 & NERC-CIP. Tools Expertise - Rockwell Automation/ Mark VIe/Siemens/ABB/Emerson, etc. based Control System tools (RS Logix, Studio 5000, FT View, Control ST, Cimplicity, Workstation ST, SCALA, SICAM) Preferred industry experience - Power, Large EPC, Oil & Gas. Good command over written and spoken English is mandatory for global stakeholder and customer management.

Desirable

Working experience on Rockwell Automation or Mark VIe based Control System is preferred, however similar experience on other reputed DCS systems like Siemens, ABB, Emerson, etc. is acceptable. Candidate with exposure in Cybersecurity domain will be an advantage. Able to manage and resolve conflicts in a fast-paced project execution environment. Clearly communicate and listen. Guide and motivate fellow team members.

Work Model

Hybrid (3 days office)

Inclusion & Diversity

At GE Vernova, we believe in the value of your unique identity, background, and experiences. We are committed to fostering an inclusive culture, where everyone feels empowered to do their best work because they feel accepted, respected and that they belong.

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