Lead Manager - ICA

Larsen & Toubro; Chennai District; On-site; INR 1,800,000 - 2,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Larsen & Toubro in Chennai seeks a Lead – Instrumentation Design Engineering to lead complex projects in pumping stations and water treatment.

You will design and document control systems, drive standards, coordinate vendor approvals, and ensure compliance with IEC/ISA/ISO while collaborating with multiple departments.

Qualifications

• 12–15 years of experience in Instrumentation Design Engineering.
• Bachelor's in Instrumentation & Control Engineering (or equivalent).
• Strong knowledge of IEC, ISA, ISO standards.
• Experience with PLC/DCS systems and automation.

Responsibilities

• Design and document instrumentation and control systems for pumping stations and water treatment/desalination projects.
• Prepare deliverables: Operation Control Philosophy, System Architecture, Instrument Lists.
• Design PLC/DCS inputs, I/O lists, drive lists, and annunciation schedules.
• Ensure compliance with IEC, ISA, ISO and tender requirements.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams and vendors; FAT inspections.

Skills

Instrumentation design

Cross-functional collaboration

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Instrumentation & Control Engineering

Tools

SPI-INTOOLS

AutoCAD

PLC/DCS software

Job description

Job Title: Lead – Instrumentation Design Engineering

Job Details

Experience

12 to 15 years in Instrumentation Design Engineering

Educational Qualification

Bachelor's in Instrumentation & Control Engineering (or equivalent)

Software Skills

SPI-INTOOLS, AutoCAD, and relevant PLC/DCS software

Key Responsibilities

• Instrumentation Design Expertise
• Develop and document instrumentation and control systems for Pumping Stations and Water Treatment/Desalination Projects.
• Prepare detailed deliverables including:
• Operation Control Philosophy, System Architecture, and Instrument Lists
• Drive Control Philosophy, C&E Matrix, and Valve Operation Sequence Charts
• Instrument Hook-up Drawings, Interconnection Cable Schedules, Cable Loop Diagrams, and Datasheets for various instrumentation and automation components.
• Design PLC/DCS engineering inputs for software implementation, such as I/O Signal Lists, Drive Lists, Signal Exchange Lists, and Annunciation Schedules.
• Standards and Compliance
• Ensure adherence to international specifications and codes, such as IEC, ISA, and ISO.
• Provide technical compliance with tender specifications and customer requirements.
• Vendor Coordination
• Create purchase requests for C&I items and review vendor documents for technical evaluation and approval for purchase orders.
• Finalize vendors for site execution by preparing Erection BOQ with detailed scope matrix.
• Conduct inspections and factory acceptance tests (FAT) for PLC/DCS systems.
• Cross-functional Collaboration
• Collaborate with Civil, Mechanical, Process, Piping, and Electrical teams to ensure all technical requirements are met.
• Address technical issues and approvals with clients, consultants, and inter-departments.
• Automation and Advanced Technologies
• Design automation systems in compliance with contract requirements.
• Utilize expertise in PLCs from Schneider Electric, Honeywell, GE, Rockwell, and Mitsubishi Electric.
• Incorporate IoT, industrial protocols (e.g., Modbus, Profibus, Devicenet, ControlNet, Foundation Fieldbus), and DCS/PLC third-party interfaces.
• Knowledge of ECS/SAS systems will be considered an added advantage.
• On-site Support and Flexibility
• Travel to project sites or client/consultant offices for document approvals and resolving technical issues during project execution.
  

Professional Strengths

• Comprehensive knowledge of instrumentation and control systems for pumping stations and water treatment/desalination projects.
• Strong expertise in international standards (IEC, ISA, ISO) and advanced automation technologies.
• Ability to manage cross-functional coordination and vendor interactions effectively.
• Flexibility for travel and adaptability to dynamic project environments.
• Strong communication and documentation skills for technical deliverables and inter-departmental collaboration.

This role is ideal for experienced professionals who can lead instrumentation design engineering projects, ensure technical compliance, and oversee end-to-end project execution, delivering high-quality results within deadlines.