Job Title: PLC Programmer
Department: Engineering / Automation
Experience: 1-7 Years
Employment Type: Full-Time
Job Summary
We are looking for a skilled and motivated PLC Programmer to develop, program, test, commission, and troubleshoot PLC-based automation systems. The candidate will work with engineering and maintenance teams to ensure efficient machine operation, improve productivity, and maintain reliable industrial automation systems.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop, modify, and troubleshoot PLC programs for industrial machinery and automation systems.
- Program and configure PLCs from Siemens, Mitsubishi, Allen-Bradley, Omron, or other platforms.
- Develop and modify HMI/SCADA applications, including alarms, trends, and operator screens.
- Perform PLC logic testing, debugging, and commissioning at customer sites.
- Configure and troubleshoot VFDs, servo drives, sensors, actuators, and control panels.
- Understand electrical circuit diagrams, wiring diagrams, and control panel drawings.
- Integrate PLCs with HMIs, drives, sensors, and industrial communication networks.
- Diagnose machine breakdowns and implement corrective actions.
- Coordinate with electrical, mechanical, production, and maintenance teams.
- Prepare technical documentation, PLC backups, and commissioning reports.
- Follow industrial safety standards and company quality procedures.
Required Skills and Qualifications
- Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Electronics, Instrumentation, or Mechatronics Engineering.
- Practical knowledge of PLC programming and industrial automation.
- Understanding of digital and analog inputs/outputs, timers, counters, interlocks, and sequence logic.
- Knowledge of HMI/SCADA programming and industrial communication protocols such as Modbus, Profinet, or Ethernet/IP.
- Ability to read electrical schematics and troubleshoot control systems.
- Knowledge of VFDs, servo systems, sensors, and industrial control panels.
- Good problem-solving, communication, and teamwork skills.
- Willingness to travel for machine installation and commissioning, if required.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with Siemens TIA Portal / Step 7, Mitsubishi GX Works, Allen-Bradley Studio 5000, or Omron CX-Programmer.
- Experience in machine automation, manufacturing, assembly lines, or process automation.
- Knowledge of SCADA systems, industrial networking, and safety PLCs.