Plc Automation Engineer

Pragathi Controls; India; Remote; INR 600,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Pragathi Controls requires a field commissioning engineer to install, configure, test, and commission Schneider Electric smart components across client sites in India. You will verify metering, breaker status, alarms, and ensure proper communication across Modbus and BACnet networks.

You will integrate devices with PME, SCADA, and BMS platforms, validate real-time data, and prepare as-built documentation and handover materials for customers. Travel to sites is expected as per project needs.

Qualifications

• Diploma or BE/B.Tech in Electrical and Electronics Engineering.
• Experience in electrical automation, smart metering, or power monitoring commissioning preferred.
• Knowledge of LV distribution systems and Main LT Panels.
• Understanding of Modbus RTU, Modbus TCP/IP, RS-485, Ethernet, and BACnet.
• Ability to read electrical SLDs and wiring diagrams.
• Windows servers, IP networking, and SQL Server knowledge an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Perform installation verification, configuration, testing, and commissioning of Schneider Electric smart components.
• Verify metering parameters, breaker status, and alarms during commissioning.
• Configure communication interfaces (Modbus RTU/TCP, RS-485, BACnet) and test networks.
• Integrate devices with PME, SCADA, and BMS platforms, validating real-time data.
• Produce commissioning reports, device lists, IP schedules, and provide customer handover training.
• Travel to project sites as required and coordinate with service engineers.

Skills

LV electrical distribution systems

Main LT Panels

Schneider Electric PowerLogic meters

Smart circuit breakers

Modbus RTU/TCP

RS-485 Ethernet BACnet

SCADA/PME knowledge

Reading SLDs & diagrams

Windows servers & IP networking

Education

Diploma or BE/B.Tech in Electrical and Electronics Engineering

Experience in electrical automation / smart metering / power monitoring commissioning

Tools

Modbus Poll

Modscan

Vendor configuration software

PME configuration

SQL Server (basic)

Job description

Job Purpose

To carry out installation verification, configuration, testing, commissioning, and troubleshooting of Smart electrical components, including energy meters, circuit breakers, communication gateways, and associated SCADA/BMS systems.

2. Key Responsibilities

A. Smart Components Commissioning

• Installation verification, configuration, testing, and commissioning of Schneider Electric smart components.
• Commission energy meters such as PM5000, PM8000, and other supported PowerLogic meter series.
• Configure Schneider Electric ACBs, MCCBs, Micrologic trip units, and associated communication interfaces.
• Verify metering parameters, breaker status, trip indications, alarms, and electrical measurements.
• Verify CT/PT ratios, Modbus addresses, baud rates, parity, and communication settings.

B. Communication and Networking

• Configure and troubleshoot Modbus RTU, Modbus TCP/IP, and BACnet communication.
• Test RS-485 communication wiring, termination, shielding, polarity, and device addressing.
• Configure Ethernet switches, IP addresses, gateways, and communication networks.
• Perform communication testing using tools such as Modbus Poll, Modscan, and vendor configuration software.
• Troubleshoot communication failures, intermittent data, device discovery issues, and communication timeouts.

C. SCADA / Power Monitoring Integration

• Integrate smart components with Schneider Electric Power Monitoring Expert (PME), SCADA, and BMS platforms.
• Configure devices, verify parameter mapping, and validate real-time data acquisition.
• Test voltage, current, frequency, power, power factor, energy, THD, breaker status, and alarms.
• Verify device communication, trends, reports, dashboards, and event logs.
• Coordinate with software and design teams to resolve integration and data-mapping issues.

D. Testing and Troubleshooting

• Perform point-to-point verification and functional testing.
• Troubleshoot meter communication, breaker status, trip indication, and data update issues.
• Verify communication between field devices, gateways, servers, and monitoring software.
• Support integrated system testing, customer demonstrations, and site acceptance testing.
• Coordinate with Schneider Electric service engineers and customer representatives.

E. Documentation and Handover

• Prepare commissioning checklists, device lists, IP schedules, and communication test reports.
• Maintain punch-point lists and track issue closure.
• Prepare as-built documentation and commissioning reports.
• Provide basic operational training to customers and hand over the completed system.

3. Technical Skills Required

• Knowledge of LV electrical distribution systems and Main LT Panels.
• Experience with Schneider Electric PowerLogic meters and smart circuit breakers.
• Understanding of Modbus RTU, Modbus TCP/IP, RS-485, Ethernet, and BACnet.
• Basic knowledge of PLC, SCADA, BMS, and Power Monitoring Expert (PME).
• Ability to read electrical SLDs, wiring diagrams, and communication architecture drawings.
• Knowledge of electrical testing instruments and troubleshooting methods.
• Working knowledge of Windows servers, IP networking, and SQL Server is an advantage.

4. Educational Qualification

• Diploma or BE/B.Tech in Electrical and Electronics Engineering.
• Experience in electrical automation, smart metering, or power monitoring commissioning is preferred.

5. Key Competencies

• Site commissioning and troubleshooting skills.
• Good communication and coordination with customers and project teams.
• Ability to work independently at project sites.
• Willingness to travel as per project requirements.
• Strong documentation and problem-solving skills.

6. Performance Expectations

• Complete commissioning within the agreed project schedule.
• Ensure reliable communication and accurate data acquisition from all configured devices.
• Minimize repeat site visits through effective troubleshooting.
• Complete testing documentation and customer handover on time.Role & responsibilities

Preferred candidate profile