Project Lead Engineer- PPC/MPPC Controls -Solar-BESS-Wind-Hybrid

Emerson; Dadri; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits plans

Flexible time off

Employee assistance program

Job summary

A leading automation technology firm located in India is seeking an experienced Project Engineer to manage the complete Project Life Cycle for PPC/MPPC controls. Ideal candidates should possess a degree in Engineering and have 6 to 8 years of experience in DCS/PLC programming and commissioning. The role requires excellent communication skills and the ability to travel 30-50% for site assignments. This position offers a collaborative environment and opportunities for career development, with a commitment to employee well-being and diversity.

Qualifications

• Six (6) to Eight (8) years of experience in DCS/PLC programming / Engineering & commissioning of PPC/MPPC/EMS.
• Ability to interface with vendors & sub-contractors.
• Good understanding of safety tools and guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for executing complete Project Life Cycle.
• Lead Ovation controls for Solar/BESS/Wind projects.
• Coordinate with system integrators and customer demos.

Skills

Project lifecycle management

Troubleshooting DCS/PLC control systems

Excellent communication skills

Ability to travel

Education

Degree in Engineering (Electrical, Electronics, Power Engineering)

Tools

PSCAD

Matlab

JavaScript

Job description

In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

You will be responsible for complete Project Life Cycle i.e. starting from inputs analysis, Design & Engineering, Testing & Factory Acceptance Test (FAT) followed by commissioning for PPC/MPPC control as per requirement.

Project Engineering:

• Execution of with PSCAD, PSSE, Digsilent modeling along with suppliers and providing adequate inputs and review of these models and ability to read electrical single-line diagrams (SLDs)
• Should be able to do process testing, tuning of Solar/BESS/Hybrid plants PPC controls, working knowledge of industrial standards like IEEE, IEC, NEC, and Grid codes
• Collection and review of project inputs from the Front Office or from the customer site through e-mail, kick off meeting, site survey.
• Lead Ovation controls and Ovation Green SCADA based Solar/BESS/Wind greenfield and retrofit projects, Software and hardware engineering and configuration
• Guiding team to implement controls from, functional diagrams or functional descriptions and doing Tie back simulation testing; modifications of control Logics/SCADA. Configuration on 3 rd party protocols, ELC and SLC communication.
• Preparation and guiding the team on IO list, Datasets and DBID.
• Distributing the engineering work to system integrators, Participation in kick-off meetings (KOM), internal and external meetings of projects; Engagement in customer demos, FATs, SATs, and commissioning activities
• Working closely with Ovation Green product team and work on Matlab, PPC, Java script.
• Ovation system setup, redundancy and I/O testing; Analogue and digital device testing and fault finding at site during commissioning.
• Fault diagnosis of Ovation system, network system, and various communication interfaces like OPC, Modbus, DNP3, serial, IEC 61850, etc during remote/site commissioning.
• Solar/BESS/Wind/Hybrid plant commissioning for commercial operation; Travel to project sites for site assignments, testing and tuning of various electrical control functions, for third-party communication.

Who You Are:

You should be able to assume responsibility for the outcomes of others. Promotes a sense of urgency and establishes and enforces individual accountability in the team. You should be able to deliver messages in a clear, compelling, and concise manner. Actively listens and checks for understanding. Sets aggressive goals and has high standards. You should be consistently one of the top performers. Pursues everything with energy, drive, and the need to finish as per business needs.

For This Role, You Will Need:

• Degree in Engineering (Electrical, Electronics, Power Engineering)
• Six (6) to Eight (8) years of experience in DCS/PLC programming / Engineering & commissioning of PPC/MPPC/EMS
• Ability to troubleshoot DCS/PLC control system
• Excellent language and communication skills; both verbal and written
• Ability to travel for 30 to 50% as per the job requirements
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to queries from groups of managers, clients, and customers
• Ability to interface with vendors & sub-contractors
• Should have good understanding of safety tools and gears, and safety guidelines of working at site

Preferred Qualifications that Set You Apart:

• Good knowledge of Solar, BESS power plant process and KPI’s
• Knowledge of electrical equipment like switchboards, generators, turbines, AVRs, motors, transformers, capacitors, CTs, VTs, feeders, meters, relays
• Knowledge in C programming, Matlab,Java script, SQL

Our Culture & Commitment to You:

At Emerson, we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives—because we know that great ideas come from great teams. Our commitment to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. Whether through mentorship, training, or leadership opportunities, we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact. We believe diverse teams, working together are key to driving growth and delivering business results.

We recognize the importance of employee wellbeing. We prioritize providing competitive benefits plans, a variety of medical insurance plans, Employee Assistance Program, employee resource groups, recognition, and much more. Our culture offers flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), vacation and holiday leave.

WHY EMERSON

Our Commitment to Our People

At Emerson, we are motivated by a spirit of collaboration that helps our diverse, multicultural teams across the world drive innovation that makes the world healthier, safer, smarter, and more sustainable. And we want you to join us in our bold aspiration.

We have built an engaged community of inquisitive, dedicated people who thrive knowing they are welcomed, trusted, celebrated, and empowered to solve the world’s most complex problems — for our customers, our communities, and the planet. You’ll contribute to this vital work while further developing your skills through our award-winning employee development programs. We are a proud corporate citizen in every city where we operate and are committed to our people, our communities, and the world at large. We take this responsibility seriously and strive to make a positive impact through every endeavor.

At Emerson, you’ll see firsthand that our people are at the center of everything we do. So, let’s go. Let’s think differently. Learn, collaborate, and grow. Seek opportunity. Push boundaries. Be empowered to make things better. Speed up to break through. Let’s go, together.

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ABOUT EMERSON

Emerson is a global leader in automation technology and software. Through our deep domain expertise and legacy of flawless execution, Emerson helps customers in critical industries like life sciences, energy, power and renewables, chemical and advanced factory automation operate more sustainably while improving productivity, energy security and reliability.

With global operations and a comprehensive portfolio of software and technology, we are helping companies implement digital transformation to measurably improve their operations, conserve valuable resources and enhance their safety.

We offer equitable opportunities, celebrate diversity, and embrace challenges with confidence that, together, we can make an impact across a broad spectrum of countries and industries. Whether you’re an established professional looking for a career change, an undergraduate student exploring possibilities, or a recent graduate with an advanced degree, you’ll find your chance to make a difference with Emerson. Join our team – let’s go!

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Requisition ID: 26000578

Emerson is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.