Lead Engineer, EI&C

Valmet; Chennai District; On-site; INR 1,800,000 - 3,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Valmet Technologies Private Limited seeks a Lead Engineer, EI&C to oversee electrical, instrumentation and control systems for complex projects. You will lead a team, review schematics, P&IDs, and control architectures, ensuring compliance with IEC/ISA/NFPA and client specs.

You will also drive PLC/DCS programming, HMI/SCADA integration, and cross-disciplinary collaboration. Strong leadership and English fluency are required for global execution.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Instrumentation Engineering, Control Systems Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum of 10 years in EI&C engineering with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
• Strong knowledge of electrical interface engineering within the process industry.
• Extensive experience with field instrumentation (pressure, temperature, flow, level).
• Proficiency in PLC/DCS hardware and software (Siemens, Rockwell, Emerson, Valmet DNA).
• Familiarity with Profibus, Modbus, Ethernet/IP, Foundation Fieldbus.
• Experience with AutoCAD, COMOS, EPLAN for instrumentation design.
• Knowledge of safety standards in industrial environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of EI&C engineers and designers.
• Develop and review electrical schematics, P&IDs, and control system architecture.
• Ensure compliance with IEC, ISA, NFPA, and client specifications.
• Perform engineering calculations for instrument power distribution and control loops.
• Specify and procure instrumentation control equipment and components.
• Oversee PLC/DCS programming, HMI development, and SCADA integration.
• Conduct design reviews and audits for quality and accuracy.
• Collaborate with process, mechanical, and civil disciplines for project integration.
• Participate in client meetings and project reviews.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Project management

Problem-solving

Analytical abilities

Fluent English

Education

Bachelor's degree in Instrumentation Engineering

Master's degree preferred

Tools

AutoCAD

COMOS

EPLAN

Siemens

Rockwell

Emerson

Valmet DNA

Job description

Valmet Technologies Private Limited is seeking a Lead Engineer, EI&C to oversee and manage all aspects of electrical, instrumentation, and control system engineering for our projects. This role involves leading a team, ensuring technical excellence, and contributing to the successful delivery of complex industrial solutions.

Job Responsibilities:

• Lead and mentor a team of EI&C engineers and designers, fostering a collaborative and high-performing environment.

• Develop, review, and approve electrical schematics, instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs), control system architecture, and associated documentation.

• Ensure compliance with relevant industry standards, codes, and client specifications (e.g., IEC, ISA, NFPA, BLRBAC).

• Perform basic engineering works for instrumentation and control systems as per project demands.

• Perform detailed engineering calculations for instrument power distribution, control loops, and instrument sizing.

• Specify, select, and procure appropriate instrumentation control equipment and components.

• Oversee the design and implementation of control systems, including PLC/DCS programming, HMI development, and SCADA integration.

• Conduct technical reviews and audits of engineering designs and documentation to ensure quality and accuracy.

• Collaborate with other engineering disciplines (process, mechanical, civil) to ensure seamless project integration.

• Participate in client meetings, technical discussions, and project reviews, representing the EI&C discipline.

• Develop and implement testing and commissioning procedures for EI&C systems.

• Provide technical support during construction, installation, and startup phases of projects.

• Identify and implement opportunities for continuous improvement in engineering processes and tools.

• Prepare planning and scheduling for project execution and maintain the performance of the deliverable commitments

Job Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Instrumentation Engineering, Control Systems Engineering, or a related field. Master’s degree preferred.

• Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in EI&C engineering, with at least 3 years in a leadership or senior role within an industrial setting (e.g., pulp & paper, energy, chemical processing).

• Strong knowledge of electrical interface engineering within the process

• Extensive experience with various types of field instrumentation (pressure, temperature, flow, level transmitters).

• Proficiency in designing and implementing control systems, including PLC/DCS hardware and software (e.g., Siemens, Rockwell, Emerson, Valmet DNA).

• Strong instrumentation and controls engineering knowledge required.

• Knowledge of instruments, sensors, transmitters, valves, selection and engineering activities is important.

• Familiarity with industry communication protocols (e.g., Profibus, Modbus, Ethernet/IP, Foundation Fieldbus).

• Demonstrated experience with engineering software tools for instrumentation design (e.g., AutoCAD, COMOS, EPLAN).

• Thorough understanding of relevant safety standards and practices in industrial environments.

• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and prioritize tasks effectively.

• Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities.

• Fluency in English, both written and spoken.

We offer:

We offer you a rewarding position in a global industry leader in pulp and energy industries with the possibilities to grow professionally.

_ When everything works together _
Valmet is where the best talent from a wide variety of backgrounds comes together. With 19,000 professionals around the world, we are the leading global developer and supplier of technologies, automation and services for the pulp, paper and energy industries, and serve an even wider base of process industries with our automation systems and flow control solutions. Our commitment to moving our customers’ performance forward requires creativity, technological innovations, service know-how – and above all, teamwork.

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