Senior Instrumentation & Control Engineer (CAPEX)

ingredion; Dahej; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Ingredion seeks a Senior Instrumentation & Control Engineer to join our Capex team in India, anchoring automation for a world-class greenfield facility. You will shape plant automation from detailed design through startup and long-term operations, partnering with process engineering and operations to optimize performance.

You will review and specify instrumentation systems, drive control strategies, and ensure compliance with safety and quality standards throughout project execution and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in instrumentation/automation/control systems/mechatronics.
• 10 years’ experience leading automation/instrumentation projects in manufacturing.
• Hands-on with DCS/PLC/SCADA systems; DeltaV a plus.
• Experience in process industries (chemicals, food, pharma) preferred.
• Strong problem-solving and stakeholder management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead instrumentation and controls scope from design to handover.
• Review P&IDs, control philosophies, data sheets, and cause-and-effect diagrams.
• Select and apply field instruments, valves, analyzers, safety devices.
• Develop control strategies, interlocks, alarms, and operating sequences.
• Support vendor evaluation, FAT, site installation, commissioning, startup.
• Ensure safety, quality, and regulatory compliance; handover to operations.

Skills

Instrumentation & Controls

Automation

DCS/PLC/SCADA

DeltaV knowledge

Startup & Commissioning

Education

Bachelors in Instrumentation Automation Control Systems Mechatronics

Tools

DCS

PLC

SCADA

HMI

Instrumentation tools

Job description

About Ingredion:

Join Ingredion, where innovation impacts lives worldwide! Without even realizing it, you've experienced our work in your favorite chocolate, your pet's food, the paper you write on, and your everyday snacks. As a global powerhouse across more than 60 industries, we harness the potential of natural ingredients to transform lives. Whether you're just starting your career or bringing years of experience, there's a place for you here to make a real difference. Be part of our team that values a wide range of perspectives and is committed to shaping a better world with every product we create.

Location : Vadodara & Dahej

Reports to : Project Manager

Workplace type : On-site

Build the Future of Smart Manufacturing

We are looking for a Senior Instrumentation & Control Engineer to join our Capex project team, one of Ingredion's most significant manufacturing investments in India. This is a rare opportunity to help design, build, and bring to life a world-class greenfield manufacturing facility while working alongside global engineering experts and leading technology partners.

You'll play a key role in shaping the plant's automation and control systems, ensuring safe, reliable, and efficient operations from project execution through startup and long-term operations.

What you will do:

• Lead the instrumentation and controls scope from detailed design and procurement through construction, commissioning, startup, and handover.
• Review key engineering deliverables, including P&IDs, control philosophies, system architecture, instrument indexes, data sheets, specifications, and cause-and-effect diagrams.
• Guide the selection and application of field instruments, control valves, analyzers, safety devices, DCS, PLC, SCADA, and related automation systems.
• Partner with process engineering and operations teams to develop control strategies, process logic, interlocks, alarms, and operating sequences.
• Provide technical input for supplier evaluation, vendor selection, document reviews, and factory acceptance testing of control systems and instrument packages.
• Support site installation, calibration, loop checks, control system testing, commissioning, startup, troubleshooting, and performance stabilization.
• Ensure instrumentation systems meet safety, quality, reliability, and regulatory requirements, with complete documentation and effective handover to operations and maintenance teams.

What you will bring:

• Degree in Instrumentation, Automation, Control Systems, Mechatronics or related engineering discipline.
• 10 years experience leading automation, instrumentation, or controls projects in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience in manufacturing, chemicals, food ingredients, pharmaceuticals, engineering consulting, or related process industries.
• Hands-on experience with DCS, PLC, SCADA, or industrial automation systems. Knowledge of DeltaV is a plus.
• Experience with commissioning and startup activities.
• Project management or continuous improvement certifications.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Hands on experience supporting greenfield or brownfield projects.
• Process Safety Management experience.

Why Join Ingredion?

Discover why Ingredion is the ideal place to advance your career with our exceptional rewards and benefits package designed to help you thrive. Create the future with us and enjoy:

• Total Rewards Package - Competitive salary and performance-based pay recognizing your contributions to our success
• Comprehensive Benefits & Wellness Support - Health, long-term savings, and resources for your physical, mental, and emotional well-being
• Career Growth - Learning, training, and development opportunities.
• Employee Recognition Program - A culture of real-time appreciation, with personalized recognition rewards globally
• Employee Referral Program - Refer top talent and earn a bonus if they're hired

Ingredion uses AI-enabled tools to support parts of the recruitment process, including resume screening and interview scheduling. These tools help match candidate skills to job requirements and streamline communication. All AI-assisted decisions are reviewed by our Talent Acquisition team to ensure fairness and compliance with applicable laws. By applying, you acknowledge that AI may be used to support your application journey.

Relocation Available: No