Senior Executive - Commissioning

Siemens; Thane; On-site; INR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Siemens India invites applications for a Senior Executive – Commissioning to design and commission Drives and PLC solutions for crane projects. You will support customers through enquiry specs, review tender documents, prepare BOMs and control philosophies, and coordinate with vendors and internal teams.

The role requires hands-on experience with VFD/Drive and PLC commissioning, crane electrical systems and industrial automation, plus travel to sites for commissioning and handover to customers.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of relevant experience in designing and commissioning Drives and PLC solutions for crane applications.
• Hands-on experience in industrial automation and commissioning is required.
• Experience with crane commissioning will be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Support customers and consultants in preparing enquiry specifications from project inception.
• Review enquiry specifications, tender documents, contracts and technical requirements.
• Prepare engineering inputs, BOMs, and control philosophies for projects.
• Participate in project kick-off meetings and technical reviews with customers and vendors.
• Provide accurate technical inputs to suppliers and coordinate integration of bought-out items.
• Coordinate software development for VFD/Drives, PLC, and CMS; document procedures.
• Conduct FAT, I/O checking, pre-commissioning and on-site commissioning activities.
• Deliver customer training and handover documentation for the crane system.

Skills

VFD commissioning

PLC commissioning

Crane electrical systems

Industrial automation

Customer coordination

System integration

Troubleshooting

Education

B.E./B.Tech in Electrical or Electronics Engineering

Tools

CMS software

VFD/Drive software

PLC programming tools

Job description

Senior Executive – Commissioning

Position Summary

We are looking for a Senior Executive – Commissioning with 3–5 years of experience in the design and commissioning of Drives and PLC solutions for crane applications. The role involves end-to-end technical support, engineering coordination, testing, commissioning, integration, and customer interaction for industrial and port crane projects.

The ideal candidate should have a good understanding of crane electrical systems, VFDs, PLCs, control systems, and industrial automation, with hands‑on exposure to commissioning activities and the ability to coordinate effectively with customers, consultants, vendors, and internal engineering teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Support customers and consultants in preparing enquiry specifications from the project inception stage, ensuring required crane performance, functionality, and safety requirements are addressed.
• Review enquiry specifications, tender documents, contracts, and technical requirements.
• Prepare engineering inputs, deviation lists, optimized system configurations, detailed BOMs, and control philosophies.
• Participate in project kick‑off meetings and technical meetings with customers, consultants, vendors, and internal teams.
• Prepare technical specifications and enquiry documents for bought‑out items.
• Provide accurate technical inputs and specifications to suppliers and vendors.
• Review, verify, and integrate engineering drawings, documents, datasheets, vendor drawings, and plant engineering documents.
• Coordinate and ensure timely completion of software development for VFD/Drives, PLC, and Crane Management System (CMS).
• Prepare software‑related documentation, operating manuals, and training documentation.
• Conduct inspection, FAT, I/O checking, pre‑commissioning, final commissioning, endurance testing, and system validation.
• Carry out on‑site and classroom training for customers and relevant stakeholders.
• Coordinate with sub‑suppliers for commissioning of vendor‑supplied equipment and ensure seamless integration with the main crane control system.
• Provide remote and on‑site technical support to other commissioning engineers.
• Troubleshoot electrical, automation, drive, PLC, communication, and control‑system issues during commissioning.
• Ensure satisfactory system performance and successful project handover to the customer.
• Maintain strong technical and professional relationships with customers, consultants, suppliers, and internal stakeholders.

Technical Scope

• HT Power Supply Systems
• HT Switchgear and Transformers
• Cable Reeling Drums and Cable Engineering
• LV Switchgear Panels
• Motors and Motor Control Systems
• UPS Systems
• Crane Lighting Solutions
• Load Measurement Systems
• VFD / Drive Panels
• PLC Panels
• Crane Management Systems (CMS)
• Local and Remote Crane Control Systems
• Data Communication Systems
• Central Yard Management Station integration
• PLC, Drive, and automation software
• Electrical and control‑system integration

Candidate Requirements

Educational Qualification

• B.E. / B.Tech in Electrical or Electronics Engineering.
• Candidates with relevant specialization or experience in industrial automation, drives, PLCs, or crane electrical systems will be preferred.

Experience

• 3–5 years of relevant experience in designing and commissioning Drives and PLC solutions, preferably for crane applications.
• Hands‑on experience in industrial automation and commissioning is required.
• Experience with crane commissioning will be an added advantage.

Technical Skills

• Basic to good knowledge of VFD/Drive commissioning.
• Basic to good knowledge of PLC commissioning and troubleshooting.
• Understanding of crane electrical and automation systems.
• Knowledge of crane applications, control philosophy, and safety requirements.
• Ability to understand electrical/control drawings, specifications, and technical documentation.
• Exposure to FAT, I/O checking, pre‑commissioning, commissioning, and endurance testing.
• Understanding of industrial communication and system integration will be an advantage.
• Ability to coordinate with vendors for integration and commissioning of bought‑out systems.

Key Competencies

• Strong learning ability and willingness to develop expertise in crane automation.
• Customer‑oriented approach.
• Result‑oriented mindset.
• Strong problem‑solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to build and maintain trustworthy relationships with customers and suppliers.
• Good coordination and stakeholder‑management skills.
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively with engineering and commissioning teams.
• Willingness to travel to customer sites for commissioning and project execution.

Preferred Interpersonal Skills

• Intelligent and analytical approach.
• Positive attitude.
• Hardworking and committed.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong ownership and accountability.
• Ability to work under project deadlines and in customer‑facing environments.

The Successful Candidate Will Be Responsible For Ensuring

• Accurate technical and engineering inputs.
• Timely software and system integration.
• Successful FAT and pre‑commissioning.
• Safe and effective on‑site commissioning.
• Successful crane performance and endurance testing.
• Effective customer and operator training.
• Smooth integration of vendor equipment with the main crane control system.
• Timely resolution of commissioning issues.
• Satisfactory customer acceptance and project handover.