Senior Automation Engineer - R&D

Alfalaval; Pune District; On-site; INR 1,500,000 - 2,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Alfa Laval seeks a Senior Automation Engineer to lead design and development of advanced industrial automation solutions using B&R, Siemens, and Rockwell platforms. You will drive software architecture, system integration, and cross-functional collaboration to deliver scalable automation solutions.

The role requires 5+ years in industrial automation, strong PLC programming skills, and experience with web-based HMI and OPC UA.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or master's in Automation Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
• 5+ years in industrial automation with strong focus on B&R, Siemens, Rockwell platforms (B&R advantageous).
• Expertise in PLC programming for industrial machinery, structured text.
• Exposure to IEC 61131-3 standards will be an added advantage.
• Hands-on experience on web-based HMI development using web technologies (OPC UA, HTML5, CSS, JavaScript).
• Strong understanding of software architecture, version control (Git & COPIA), and modular design principles.
• Experience with industrial communication protocols (OPC UA, ProfNet, Ethernet IP, Modbus).
• Proven track record of leading automation software development projects from concept to completion.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Experience with cloud-based automation platforms and DevOps practices in automation software development.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop automation software using B&R, Siemens, Rockwell platforms.
• Define and implement software architecture standards for modular, scalable, and maintainable automation systems.
• Architect and maintain scalable software solutions for industrial automation systems.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including electrical, mechanical, data and process engineers to deliver integrated solutions.
• Support product field testing and training and support commissioning engineers as needed.
• Provide software maintenance support when required.
• Create and maintain technical documentation, including software specifications, architecture diagrams, and user manuals.
• Stay current with industry trends and emerging technologies in automation and control systems.
• Conduct code reviews, provide technical mentorship, and support junior engineers.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives in automation processes, tools, and methodologies.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards, including safety (SIL, ISO 13849), cybersecurity, and quality assurance.

Skills

PLC programming

Software architecture

Industrial automation

Web-based HMI development

IEC 61131-3 standards

Cloud/DevOps in automation

Git

C/C++

Python

IoT platforms

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Automation/Electrical/Computer Science

Tools

B&R PLC

Siemens PLC

Rockwell PLC

OPC UA

Job description

About the Company

In Alfa Laval, we are every single day contributing to a more sustainable future for our planet through engineering innovation. Our global team designs and implements the refining, recycling and purifying process that allow our customers to be better themselves. You will find our work in leading applications for water purification, clean energy, food production, waste processing, pharmaceutical development and much more. The people of Alfa Laval enjoy the freedom to pursue ideas and the resources to see those ideas to become reality, in an environment that welcomes drive, courage and diversity. The result is a company where we all can be very proud of what we do.

Senior Automation Engineer

Job Description Summary

We are looking for a Senior Automation Engineer to lead the design and development of advanced industrial automation solutions using B&R, Siemens, and Rockwell platforms. This role requires deep technical expertise in PLC programming, software architecture, and system integration.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement automation software using B&R, Siemens, Rockwell automation platforms.
• Define and implement software architecture standards for modular, scalable, and maintainable automation systems.
• Architect and maintain scalable software solutions for industrial automation systems.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including electrical, mechanical, data and process engineers to deliver integrated solutions.
• Support product field testing and training and support commissioning engineers as needed.
• Provide software maintenance support when required.
• Create and maintain technical documentation, including software specifications, architecture diagrams, and user manuals.
• Stay current with industry trends and emerging technologies in automation and control systems.
• Conduct code reviews, provide technical mentorship, and support the professional development of junior engineers.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives in automation processes, tools, and methodologies.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards, including safety (SIL, ISO 13849), cybersecurity, and quality assurance.
• Maintain and develop guidelines.
• There will be occasional travel, to both Decanter main site in Søborg, as well as customer locations.

Required qualifications

• Bachelor's or master's degree in Automation Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in industrial automation, with a strong focus on B&R, Siemens, Rockwell platforms (B&R is advantage).
• Expertise in PLC programming for industrial machinery, structured text.
• Exposure to IEC 61131-3 standards will be an added advantage.
• Hands on experience on web-based HMI development using web technologies( OPC UA, HTML5, CSS, JavaScript).
• Strong understanding of software architecture, version control (e.g., Git & COPIA), and modular design principles.
• Experience with industrial communication protocols (e.g., OPC UA, ProfNet, Ethernet IP, Modbus).
• Proven track record of leading automation software development projects from concept to completion.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Experience with cloud-based automation platforms and DevOps practices in automation software development.

Preferred qualifications

• Certifications in functional safety, project management and industrial cyber security.
• Experience with C/C++, Python, or other high-level programming languages.
• Familiarity with IoT platforms, edge computing, and cloud integration.
• Knowledge of IIOT, digital twin technologies, simulation tools, and virtual commissioning will be an advantage.

Why should you apply:

• We offer you an interesting and challenging position in an open and friendly environment where we help each other to develop and create value for our customers.
• Exciting place to build a global network with different nationalities.
• Your work will have a true impact on Alfa Laval's future success, you will be learning new things every day.

"We care about diversity, inclusion and equity in our recruitment processes. We also believe behavioural traits can provide important insights into a candidate's fit to a role. To help us achieve this we apply Pymetrics assessments, and upon application you will be invited to play the assessment games"