Sr PLC Engineer

Vanderlande; Maharashtra; On-site; INR 1,600,000 - 2,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Vanderlande seeks aSr PLC Engineer to lead design, development, and testing of large‑scale PLC systems using Siemens TIA Portal. The role demands hands‑on STL programming, WinCC SCADA, HMI design, and robust diagnostics across international projects.

The candidate will own planning, drive validation, and coordinate with project leaders to ensure on‑time delivery and high quality. Strong experience with safety PLCs is required.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in PLC engineering projects.
• Strong Siemens TIA Portal knowledge (V17+).
• Solid WinCC SCADA experience for process control.
• Expert HMI programming and scripting abilities.
• Expert STL programming to build PLC code from scratch.
• Knowledge of Profinet/Profibus/AS-i standards.
• Experience with network diagnostics and version control using Proneta.
• Advanced techniques in Siemens PLC programming (pointers/indirect addressing).
• XML/VB scripting for integration is a plus.
• Experience with Siemens safety PLCs and multi-country projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and development of LLC software using Siemens TIA Portal.
• Coordinate across disciplines to resolve technical challenges.
• Define validation strategies and lead SCADA/Safety testing.
• Own planning, effort estimation and on-time delivery.
• Develop tools for diagnostics, simulation and emulation.
• Support risk mitigation and platform architecture evolution.
• Represent LLC engineering in customer meetings and audits.
• Promote best practices in software delivery and documentation.

Skills

TIA Portal proficiency

WinCC SCADA

HMI programming

STL programming

Profinet/Profibus/AS-i

Proneta diagnostics

Advanced PLC techniques

XML scripting

VB scripting

Safety PLC programming

International project exposure

Education

Tools

Proneta

Job description

Sr PLC Engineer

Required Skillset

• Experience required is 8+ years.
• Siemens TIA Portal Proficient in TIA Portal Version 17 and above, with strong experience in development, diagnostics, and commissioning.
• WinCC SCADA Solid understanding and hands‑on experience with WinCC SCADA systems for process control and monitoring.
• Advanced HMI Programming Expertise in HMI screen design and scripting, including dynamic content and user‑defined controls.
• STL Programming (Expert Level) Ability to develop PLC code from scratch using Statement List (STL) language.
• Communication Protocols Strong working knowledge of Profinet, Profibus, and AS-i communication standards.
• Diagnostic & Versioning Tools Hands‑on experience with Siemens Proneta for network diagnostics and version control and backup management.
• Advanced PLC Techniques Expert in pointers and indirect addressing within Siemens PLC platforms for flexible logic implementation.
• Scripting & Integration Optional
  • Proficient in XML programming for structured data handling and system integration will be preferred.
  • Skilled in VB scripting for enhanced functionality in HMI and SCADA systems will be preferred.
• Safety PLC Programming Experience in Siemens safety PLC programming, validation, and fault diagnostics.
• International Exposure Prior experience working on international projects, with familiarity in global standards, coordination, and multicultural team environments will be preferred.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of LLC software for large‑scale systems using Siemens TIA Portal and the defined controls architecture.
• Guide cross‑functional coordination, resolving complex technical challenges across disciplines.
• Define and implement validation strategies, and lead integration testing with SCADA, EM, and Safety Systems.
• Take full ownership of planning, effort estimation, and on‑time delivery for the complete LLC workstream.
• Develop and apply advanced tools for diagnostics, simulation, and emulation to improve testing and commissioning efficiency.
• Actively support project leadership with risk mitigation strategies and system‑level control solutions.
• Drive continuous improvement of products, processes, and tools, and contribute to platform architecture evolution.
• Represent the LLC engineering discipline during customer meetings, design reviews, and technical audits.
• Set and promote best practices across software delivery, documentation, and team development.

Technical Responsibilities

• Independently draft comprehensive functional and detailed specifications for large and complex projects, based on customer requirements, the order file, and the defined VI controls architecture.
• Select optimal solutions using standardised modules and re‑use of library blocks to ensure efficiency and consistency.
• Apply and enforce engineering standards, development procedures, and quality guidelines.
• Realise complex controls applications and subsystems by building, configuring, programming, testing, and documenting them thoroughly.
• Design and develop new control modules to extend and strengthen the standard control libraries.
• Perform functional analyses, interpret user requirements, and translate them into reliable control system designs.
• Evaluate and align mechanical layouts for functional and controls compliance.
• Independently manage commissioning according to the plan, in coordination with site supervisors and project leaders.
• Ensure complete and high‑quality Service Take Over (STO) documentation and deliverables.
• Provide technical advice to the Project Leader, Engineering, and Project Manager regarding complex or multi‑disciplinary issues.
• Report technical progress, deviations, and risk mitigation plans to the Project Leader, Engineering, and Group Leader.
• Coordinate and mentor Controls Engineers within the project team, ensuring clarity of goals and deliverables.
• Maintain cost awareness and manage allocated budget for the LLC workstream.
• Apply a strong understanding of tools, standards, and methodologies in day‑to‑day work.
• Available for and capable of managing multi‑disciplinary activities, ensuring integration and consistency.
• Demonstrate a strong sense of planning, ownership and project discipline.