Plc Programmer

MEL Systems and Services Ltd.; Chennai; On-site; INR 3,000,000 - 4,200,000; Full time

Job summary

MEL Systems and Services Ltd. in Chennai seeks an experienced PLC Programmer to lead automation projects across SPMs, weighing and batching systems. You will handle PLC programming, HMI/SCADA development, servo integration, and machine commissioning from development through customer acceptance.

The role requires hands-on expertise in multiple PLC platforms and a strong ability to deliver projects on time with high quality. Work on diverse automation solutions across industries.

Qualifications

• Hands-on PLC programming experience across multiple platforms.
• Experience in HMI/SCADA development and machine commissioning.
• Ability to design, test, and troubleshoot automation systems end-to-end.

Responsibilities

• Develop, test, and troubleshoot PLC programs for SPMs, Industrial Automation, Weighing Systems, and Batching Applications.
• Design and develop HMI and SCADA applications for machine operation, monitoring, alarms, and diagnostics.
• Configure and integrate Servo Drives, VFDs, Sensors, Actuators, and Industrial Communication Networks.
• Develop machine sequences, motion control logic, safety interlocks, weighing logic, and batching process automation.
• Perform FAT, SAT, machine commissioning, and customer support.

Skills

PLC programming

HMI Development

SCADA Development

Servo Motion control

VFD configuration

Industrial protocols

Education

B.E./B.Tech/Diploma in Electrical, Electronics, Instrumentation, Mechatronics, or Automation Engineering

Tools

Siemens

Mitsubishi

Allen-Bradley (Rockwell)

ABB

Omron

Delta

Job description

Qualification: B.E./B.Tech/Diploma in Electrical, Electronics, Instrumentation, Mechatronics, or Automation Engineering

Location: Chennai

About the Role

We are looking for a skilled PLC Programmer with 35 years of hands-on experience in Industrial Automation, Special Purpose Machines (SPMs), Weighing Systems, and Batching Systems. The ideal candidate should possess strong expertise in PLC programming, HMI/SCADA development, servo integration, and machine commissioning, with the ability to independently execute automation projects from development through customer acceptance.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, test, and troubleshoot PLC programs for SPMs, Industrial Automation, Weighing Systems, and Batching Applications.
• Design and develop HMI and SCADA applications for machine operation, monitoring, alarms, and diagnostics.
• Configure and integrate Servo Drives, VFDs, Sensors, Actuators, and Industrial Communication Networks.
• Develop machine sequences, motion control logic, safety interlocks, weighing logic, and batching process automation.
• Perform Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), Site Acceptance Testing (SAT), machine commissioning, and customer support.
• Troubleshoot automation systems during installation, production, and after-sales support.
• Coordinate with Application Engineers, Mechanical Design Engineers, and Electrical Design Engineers for seamless project execution.
• Prepare technical documentation, software backups, commissioning reports, and user manuals.
• Ensure projects are delivered on time while maintaining quality and customer satisfaction.

Required Skills

Hands-on experience in any three of the following PLC platforms:

• Siemens
• Mitsubishi
• Allen-Bradley (Rockwell)
• ABB
• Omron
• Delta

Strong experience in:

• HMI Development
• SCADA Development
• Servo Drive Programming & Motion Control
• VFD Configuration
• Industrial Communication Protocols (Profinet, Profibus, Modbus, EtherNet/IP, Ethernet TCP/IP)
• Machine Commissioning & Troubleshooting

Preferred Industry Experience

• Special Purpose Machine (SPM) Manufacturing
• Industrial Automation
• Weighing & Batching Systems
• Factory Automation
• Machine Building
• Material Handling Systems
• Packaging Machinery
• Automotive Automation
• Robotics & Automation System Integration

Why Join Us?

• Work on diverse Industrial Automation projects across SPMs, Weighing, Batching, and Factory Automation.
• Gain exposure to multi-brand PLC platforms, advanced motion control, and complete project execution—from programming and testing to commissioning and customer support.
• Be part of a collaborative engineering team delivering innovative automation solutions across various industries.