PLC Programmer

Evoke HR Solutions Pvt. Ltd.; Panchmahal District; On-site; INR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Evoke HR Solutions Pvt. Ltd. is seeking a skilled PLC & Automation Engineer with hands-on electrical and process automation experience.

You will program PLCs (Rockwell/Siemens), develop HMI/SCADA, perform FAT, and support site commissioning across project sites. The role requires strong knowledge of P&IDs, electrical drawings, instrumentation, and automation architecture, with familiarity in batching systems within food processing or similar industries.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Electronics, or Instrumentation Engineering is required.
• 5–10 years of BE/B.Tech experience in industrial automation is essential.
• Experience in control panels testing and project commissioning preferred.
• Experience with Allen Bradley/Siemens PLCs advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Develop, modify, and troubleshoot PLC programs per SOPs and project specs.
• Configure HMI/SCADA applications for monitoring and control.
• Perform FAT and demonstrate system functionality to stakeholders.
• Review electrical panel wiring diagrams and automation architecture.
• Support MCCs, electrical panels, PLC panels, and Remote I/O testing.
• Interpret P&IDs, I/O lists, instrument lists, SLDs, and wiring drawings.
• Ensure integration of field instruments and control systems on site.
• Provide technical support during erection, installation, commissioning, and troubleshooting.
• Coordinate with project teams to ensure on-time delivery.
• Ensure compliance with specs, quality standards, and safety.

Skills

PLC programming

HMI/SCADA development

Troubleshooting

P&IDs interpretation

Electrical panel testing

Site commissioning support

Industrial communication protocols

Batching systems knowledge

Documentation & SOPs review

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical/Electronics/Instrumentation

BE/B.Tech

Tools

Rockwell Automation

Siemens PLCs

SCADA software

FAT testing

Job description

PLC & Automation Engineer – Electrical / Instrumentation

Qualification: Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical, Electronics, or Instrumentation Engineering

Experience:

Bachelor’s Degree (BE/B.Tech) holders: 5–10 years

Compensation: As per industry standards, commensurate with experience and skills

Industry Preference: Process Automation / Manufacturing

Job Summary

We are looking for a skilled PLC & Automation Engineer with hands‑on experience in electrical and process automation, PLC/HMI/SCADA programming, control panel testing, Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), Allen Bradley, Siemens and site commissioning support.

The ideal candidate should have a strong understanding of process and instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs), electrical drawings, industrial instrumentation, automation architecture, and communication protocols. Experience in batching systems and process automation applications within the food industry will be an added advantage.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, modify, and troubleshoot PLC programs based on Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), P&IDs, and project specifications.
• Develop and configure HMI and SCADA applications for process monitoring, control, alarms, and visualization.
• Perform Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) of automation programs through simulation and demonstrate system functionality to internal teams, clients, and other stakeholders.
• Review and validate electrical panel wiring drawings, PLC panel drawings, and automation architecture.
• Support testing of Motor Control Centres (MCCs), electrical control panels, PLC panels, and Remote I/O panels.
• Interpret and verify P&IDs, I/O lists, instrument lists, cable schedules, cable tray schedules, Single-Line Diagrams (SLDs), and wiring drawings.
• Ensure proper integration of field instruments, control panels, PLCs, and associated automation systems.
• Provide technical support during electrical and process automation erection, installation, commissioning, and troubleshooting activities at project sites.
• Coordinate with project, process, electrical, and site teams to ensure timely and error‑free project execution.
• Ensure compliance with project specifications, quality standards, and applicable electrical and industrial safety requirements.
• Provide online technical support to site teams during commissioning and resolve automation-related issues within agreed timelines.

Required Technical Knowledge & Skills

• Hands‑on experience with at least one PLC programming platform, preferably Rockwell Automation or Siemens.
• Practical experience in PLC, HMI, and SCADA programming and troubleshooting.
• Good understanding of P&IDs, I/O lists, instrument lists, cable schedules, SLDs, and electrical wiring drawings.
• Knowledge of MCCs, electrical control panels, PLC panels, and Remote I/O systems.
• Strong understanding of field instruments, instrumentation wiring, signal interfacing, and control system integration.
• Knowledge of industrial communication protocols used in process plant automation.
• Hands‑on experience in electrical and process automation installation, testing, and commissioning.
• Understanding of batching systems and typical process applications used in the food processing industry.
• Ability to conduct program simulation, FAT, and functional demonstrations.
• Knowledge of servo motors and motion control programming will be an added advantage.

Educational Qualification & Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical, Electronics, or Instrumentation Engineering.
• BE/B.Tech holders with 5–10 years of relevant experience.
• Relevant experience in industrial automation, control panel testing, PLC programming, and project commissioning is essential.

Desired Personal Attributes

• Positive attitude and a strong sense of ownership.
• Ability to adapt to changing project requirements.
• Quick learning ability and a practical, solution‑oriented approach.
• Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem‑solving skills.
• Good communication and coordination skills.
• Commitment to quality, safety, and timely project delivery.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Timely and error‑free completion of engineering deliverables.
• Successful completion of panel testing, PLC/HMI/SCADA programming, and FAT.
• Compliance with project specifications, technical requirements, and safety standards.
• Effective troubleshooting and resolution of site commissioning issues.
• Achievement of project timelines and budget targets.
• Customer satisfaction and effective coordination with internal and external stakeholders.

What We Are Looking For

A technically strong and hands‑on automation professional who can independently handle PLC programming, HMI/SCADA development, panel testing, FAT, Allen Bradley, Siemens and site support while ensuring reliable, safe, and efficient project execution.