OT Developer

Avacone; Hyderabad; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Avacone is seeking an experienced professional to design and maintain industrial control systems and OT solutions in a cutting-edge environment. You will develop PLC programs and SCADA/HMI apps to optimize operator interaction and real-time process monitoring.

Responsibilities include implementing secure data exchanges, commissioning hardware, and producing validation-ready documentation aligned with GAMP 5 and FDA-regulated practices. Collaboration with global stakeholders is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering with a focus on instrumentation/control or a related field.
• Extensive hands-on experience with industrial control systems and OT technologies.
• Proven PLC programming and SCADA/HMI development in R&D or lab automation contexts.

Responsibilities

• Design and maintain industrial control systems and OT solutions ensuring GAMP 5 compliance.
• Develop advanced PLC programs and SCADA/HMI applications to optimize operations.
• Implement secure data exchange using OPC DA/UA, MODBUS, Ethernet/IP, Profinet.
• Commission hardware, troubleshoot automation systems, and validate performance.
• Create technical documentation and proof-of-concept demonstrations for stakeholders.
• Collaborate with product owners and architects within Agile/Nexus environments.

Skills

Structured programming

PLC development

SCADA/HMI

Industrial protocols

DCS knowledge

Education

B.E./B.Tech in instrumentation/control

Tools

Siemens TIA Portal

Siemens WinCC

CODESYS

Rockwell Studio

SQL Server

.NET framework

Job description

• Industrial Control Systems Design: Develop and maintain industrial control systems and OT solutions adhering to GAMP 5 guidelines, including comprehensive technical specifications and validation support documentation that ensure GxP compliance for biopharmaceutical R&D environments.


• PLC & SCADA/HMI Development: Design and implement advanced PLC programming using structured programming languages (STL/FBD/Ladder) and develop sophisticated SCADA/HMI applications that optimize operator interaction and process monitoring.


• Data Exchange & Protocol Implementation: Implement secure and reliable data exchange solutions utilizing industry-standard communication protocols (OPC DA/UA, MODBUS, Ethernet/IP, Profinet) to enable real-time system integration and interoperability.


• Hardware Commissioning & Troubleshooting: Commission physical hardware components, configure PLC and I/O systems, establish communication protocols, and resolve technical issues to ensure reliable system performance.


• Solution Demonstrations & Documentation: Present technical solutions and proof-of-concept implementations to stakeholders; create clear, comprehensive technical documentation that supports validation and compliance requirements.


• Cross-functional Collaboration: Partner with product owners, solution architects, and global stakeholders to translate business requirements into technical solutions; participate actively in Agile/Nexus framework ceremonies and practices.

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Instrumentation & Control, Electronics, Electrical ,Automation, or a related technical field

Experience

• 7+ years of hands-on experience developing Industrial Control Systems and OT technologies in production or R&D environments


• Proven track record in PLC programming and SCADA/HMI development specifically within R&D or laboratory automation contexts


• Demonstrated expertise in commissioning and troubleshooting physical automation systems

Technical Skills

• Expert proficiency in structured programming (STL/FBD/Ladder) and object-oriented programming principles


• Advanced expertise with at least one industrial PLC development platform: Siemens TIA Portal, CODESYS, or Rockwell Studio


• Strong experience with SCADA/HMI platforms: Siemens WinCC, FactoryTalk View, Ignition, or iFix


• Hands-on knowledge of industrial communication protocols: OPC DA/UA, MODBUS, Ethernet/IP, and Profinet


• Practical experience with Distributed Control Systems (DCS) solutions such as Delta-V or Siemens PCS


• Working knowledge of MS SQL Server and .NET framework


• Demonstrated ability to design intuitive user interfaces and create rapid prototypes


• Strong understanding of electrical drawings, P&ID (Piping & Instrumentation Diagrams), and I/O lists for system design and integration


• Ability to interpret and work with engineering documentation including electrical schematics, instrumentation diagrams, and control logic specifications

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong hands-on experience with Siemens TIA Portal and Siemens WinCC


• Practical experience implementing Module Type Package (MTP) standards


• Experience developing RESTful APIs and WebSocket solutions for industrial applications


• Familiarity with automated testing frameworks and version control systems (GitHub)


• Knowledge of Infrastructure as Code tools: Terraform or Ansible


• Experience with CI/CD pipelines optimized for industrial automation systems


• Hands-on experience with virtualization technologies: Docker and containerization


• Experience with enterprise monitoring and logging tools such as Prometheus


• Familiarity with RabbitMQ, Java, or other modern backend technologies


• Knowledge of ISA-88, ISA-95, or ISA-99 standards


• Understanding of GAMP 5, FDA guidelines, and regulated software development lifecycle practices


• Proven experience working in Agile methodologies and Nexus framework environments


• Exposure to AI/ML solutions and ability to incorporate them into SDLC workflows