Project Lead Engineer

ABB Inc; Bengaluru; Hybrid; INR 1,200,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Job summary

ABB is seeking a Lead Engineer for Process Automation in Bengaluru. You will lead design, engineering, and implementation of DCS/PLC/SCADA/SIS solutions across oil & gas, refinery, and chemical sectors, ensuring safety, cybersecurity, and quality guidelines are met.

You will drive FAT/SAT, troubleshooting, and RCA, mentor teams, and collaborate with customers and vendors to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery in a hybrid work setting.

Qualifications

• 8–12 years hands-on experience in Process Automation and/or Safety Systems in Oil & Gas, Refinery, Petrochemical, Power, or Water industries.
• Experience in DCS/PLC projects, system design, FAT/SAT, and commissioning activities.

Responsibilities

• Lead design, engineering, and implementation of Process Automation solutions (DCS, PLC, SCADA, SIS).
• Develop system architectures, control philosophies, and engineering deliverables.
• Oversee project lifecycle from concept through commissioning and integration with third-party systems.

Skills

Process Automation

Industrial networks

DCS/SCADA expertise

FAT/SAT experience

Technical leadership

Education

B.E./B.Tech in Instrumentation, Electronics, Electrical Engineering

Tools

800xA

AC800M

Advant

Modbus/IEC 61850/OPC UA

Job description

At ABB, we help industries run leaner and cleaner—and every person here makes that happen. You’ll be empowered to lead, supported to grow, and proud of the impact we create together. Join us and help run what runs the world.This Position reports to:Senior Engineering Manager In this role you will be reporting to an Engineering Manager and will be primarily responsible for Design, Engineering, Co-ordination and Commissioning of ABB DCS with 800xA (Industries like Oil and Gas, offshore Wind) for an engineering discipline with low to medium complexity and completing assignments on small to medium-sized greenfield and service projects or portions of larger greenfield/service projects, cost-effectively and in accordance with contract specifications, quality standards and safety requirements. The Lead Engineer – shall liaise with all stakeholders, as required, and ensure a successful, on time, on budget delivery while ensuring quality, safety and project excellence. The work model for the role is # LI - Hybrid.This role is contributing to the to the Energy Industries for INOPC based in Bangalore, India.You will be mainly accountable for:Lead the design, engineering, and implementation of Process Automation solutions, including DCS, PLC, SCADA, SIS, and Industrial Communication Systems, ensuring compliance with customer, cybersecurity, and functional safety requirements.Develop and review system architectures, control philosophies, functional specifications, and engineering deliverables while supporting technical proposals, solution development, and effort estimation activities.Execute and oversee project engineering activities across the full lifecycle, including system design, interface engineering, installation, startup, commissioning, and integration with third-party systems.Drive successful project delivery by leading FAT, SAT, troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and technical issue resolution while ensuring adherence to scope, schedule, budget, quality, and safety requirements.Collaborate closely with customers, vendors, authorities, and internal stakeholders to conduct technical reviews, workshops, design discussions, and ensure high levels of customer satisfaction.Mentor and develop engineering teams, promote standardization, digitalization, continuous improvement, and knowledge sharing, while contributing to project closeout activities and lessons learned.You will join a talented team, where you will be able to thrive.Qualifications for the role:8-12 years of hands-on experience in Process Automation and/or Safety Systems within Oil & Gas, Refinery, Petrochemical, Power, and Water industries, covering application engineering, hardware engineering, HMI engineering, FAT, IFAT, SAT, and commissioning activities.Strong expertise in industrial communication protocols and networks, including Ethernet/IP, Modbus TCP/IP, Modbus RTU, Profibus, Profinet, OPC UA, IEC 61850, and related technologies.Proven experience in executing greenfield and brownfield automation projects, including DCS upgrades, migrations, modifications, retrofits, service, and commissioning activities.Demonstrated ability to prepare and review engineering documentation across all project phases, from concept and detailed engineering through system testing, project execution, and commissioning.Hands-on experience with ABB automation platforms, including 800xA, AC800M, and Advant systems, will be considered a strong advantage.B.E./B.Tech in Instrumentation, Electronics, Electrical Engineering, or a related discipline from a recognized university, with a strong academic background.More about usABB a provides a comprehensive range of integrated automation, electrical and digital systems and services for customers in the process, hybrid and maritime industries. These offerings, coupled with deep domain knowledge in each end market, help to optimize productivity, energy efficiency, sustainability and safety of industrial processes and operations.The Energy Industries Division serves a wide range of industrial sectors, including hydrocarbons, chemicals, pharmaceuticals, power generation and water. With its integrated solutions that automate, digitalize and electrify operations, the Division is committed to supporting traditional industries in their efforts to decarbonize. The Division also supports the development, integration and scaling up of new and renewable energy models. The Division’s goal is to help customers adapt and succeed in the rapidly changing global energy transition. Harnessing data, machine learning and artificial intelligence (AI), the Division brings over 50 years of domain expertise delivering solutions designed to improve energy, process and production efficiency, as well as reduce risk, operational cost and capital cost, while minimizing waste for customers, from project start-up and throughout the entire plant lifecycle.Building a cleaner, smarter future takes all kinds of minds: the curious, the courageous, and the creative. We welcome people from all backgrounds and experiences.Ready to make an impact? Apply today or visit www.abb.com to learn more about the impact of our solutions across the globe.Recruitment Fraud WarningABB never asks for payment from job applicants. All genuine job offers follow a formal application and interview process.View current job openings and apply at: https://careers.abb/global/en/homeFor more information, read our full fraud warning notice at: https://global.abb/group/en/careers/how-to-apply/fraud-warning