Manager Process Automation and IT

Schneider Electric; West Bengal; On-site; INR 800,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Technical training

Career development

Collaborative team

Job summary

Schneider Electric India is seeking an experienced Automation Engineer to design and implement PLC/DCS/SCADA solutions for industrial processes. You will develop control philosophies, FDS, and detailed engineering documents, and program PLCs from major vendors.

The role covers project execution from concept to commissioning, FAT/SAT, and ensuring safety and quality. You will diagnose issues, optimize processes with advanced control strategies, and maintain comprehensive documentation.

Qualifications

• Strong experience in PLC/DCS/SCADA systems.
• Knowledge of industrial communication protocols (Modbus, Profibus, Ethernet/IP, OPC).
• Hands-on programming experience (Ladder Logic, Function Block, SFC).
• Understanding of instrumentation (flow, pressure, temperature, control valves).
• Basic knowledge of electrical systems and panel design.
• Familiarity with MES/IIoT systems is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Lead automation system design & implementation using PLC/DCS/SCADA.
• Execute automation projects from concept to commissioning with vendor coordination.
• Provide maintenance and troubleshooting support for existing systems.
• Analyze process performance and implement automation improvements to reduce downtime.
• Maintain technical documentation (loop diagrams, P&IDs, IO lists) and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Implement safety interlocks and cybersecurity measures for OT systems.

Job description

Key Responsibilities

1. Automation System Design & Implementation

• Design and develop automation solutions using PLC, DCS, and SCADA systems
• Prepare control philosophies, functional design specifications (FDS), and detailed engineering documents
• Configure and program PLCs (Siemens, Allen-Bradley, Schneider, etc.)
• Develop HMI/SCADA screens for process visualization and control

2. Project Execution

• Execute automation projects from concept to commissioning
• Vendor coordination and review of engineering deliverables
• Conduct FAT (Factory Acceptance Test) and SAT (Site Acceptance Test)
• Ensure adherence to project schedules, quality, and safety standards

3. Maintenance & Troubleshooting

• Provide support for existing automation systems
• Diagnose and resolve PLC/DCS/SCADA-related issues
• Perform periodic system health checks and preventive maintenance
• Implement system upgrades and modifications

4. Process Optimization

• Analyze process performance and implement automation improvements
• Reduce downtime and increase plant efficiency through control strategies
• Integrate advanced control techniques where applicable

5. Documentation & Compliance

• Maintain technical documentation (loop diagrams, P&IDs, IO lists)
• Ensure compliance with industrial standards and safety regulations
• Support audits and regulatory inspections

6. Safety & Cybersecurity

• Implement safety interlocks and fail-safe mechanisms
• Ensure secure industrial network architecture
• Follow cybersecurity best practices for OT systems

Required Skills & Competencies

Technical Skills

• Strong experience in PLC/DCS/SCADA systems
• Knowledge of industrial communication protocols (Modbus, Profibus, Ethernet/IP, OPC)
• Hands-on programming experience (Ladder Logic, Function Block, SFC)
• Understanding of instrumentation (flow, pressure, temperature, control valves)
• Basic knowledge of electrical systems and panel design
• Familiarity with MES/IIoT systems is an advantage

What's in it for me?

• Lead high-impact automation projects that directly improve manufacturing performance
• Access to ongoing technical training, certifications, and career development opportunities
• Collaborative team environment where innovation and continuous improvement are valued
• Growth potential within a technical career track that rewards specialized expertise

Bring your automation expertise to a team that's ready to innovate with you!

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