Sr. Technical Specialist

ABB; Bengaluru; Hybrid; INR 4,000,000 - 7,000,000; Full time

Job summary

ABB in Bengaluru seeks a senior DCS engineer to lead HFOTS projects. You will design process models, integrate ABB 800xA systems, and develop technical proposals with client-facing demonstrations. Hybrid work model and 12+ years of domain experience are expected.

The role involves FAT/SAT leadership, RFP interpretation, and mentoring engineers while driving continuous improvement in process engineering libraries.

Qualifications

• Education in engineering with relevant higher qualifications.
• Experience leading HFOTS projects, FAT/SAT leadership, and proposals.
• Knowledge of process modelling tools and control systems.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute DCS engineering activities for service projects.
• Prepare technical proposals, estimates, and BoM; respond to RFIs.
• Develop steady state and dynamic process models using HYSYS/INDISS.
• Integrate HFOTS with ABB 800xA and Symphony Plus; configure interfaces.
• Design training scenarios and perform MAT/FAT/SAT; document work.

Skills

HFOTS projects

Proposal development

RFP interpretations

Client facing presentations

BoM development

Cross-functional collaboration

Mentoring capability

Education

B.E./B.Tech Electrical/Chemical/Mechanical Engineering

M.E./M.Tech preferred

ABB 800xA/Any Control Systems, Aspen HYSYS, INDISS Plus certifications

Tools

Aspen HYSYS Dynamics

INDISS Plus (CORYS)

CORYS

ABB 800xA

OPC UA/DA

Job description

At ABB, we help industries run leaner and cleaner—and every person here makes that happen. You’ll be empowered to lead, supported to grow, and proud of the impact we create together. Join us and help run what runs the world.

This Position reports to:

Global Engineering Manager

Your role and responsibilities :

• Design and execute DCS engineering activities in service projects with low to medium complexity, according to Standard work instructions, quality standards and safety guidelines. Deliver quality customer service to satisfy customers.
• The work model for the role is: Hybrid
• This role is contributing to the Process Automation Business of Energy Industry Division for Bangalore.
• HFOTS PROPOSAL: Interpret RFPs., prepare technical proposals, develop effort estimates & BoM, provide commercial inputs, conduct client demonstrations, respond to RFIs., and benchmark against competitors.
• Preparing list of key objectives along with Battery limits / boundaries for the OTS solution being offered.
• HFOTS ENGINEERING & MODELLING: Develop steady state & dynamic process models using any commercially available process modelling solutions from 3rd party vendors like Aspen’s HYSYS Dynamics, INDISS Plus (CORYS) or any other proven process model development software. Interpret P&IDs, build thermodynamic models, validate models against plant data.
• DCS INTEGRATION: Integrate HFOTS with ABB 800xA & Symphony Plus. Configure OPC UA/DA interfaces, I/O mapping, control logic emulation. Support FAT/SAT coordination.
• SCENARIO DESIGN & TESTING: Design normal, abnormal & emergency training scenarios. Configure Instructor Station, develop Trainee Performance Assessment (TPA) frameworks. Execute Model Acceptance Test (MAT), FAT, SAT. Prepare technical documentation.

Qualifications for the role :

• EDUCATION: B.E./B. Tech Electrical/Chemical/Mechanical Engineering (minimum); M.E./M. Tech preferred; Certifications: ABB 800xA/Any Control Systems, Aspen HYSYS, INDISS Plus (Process Engineering / OTS development software)
• EXPERIENCE: 12+ years – 3+ HFOTS projects, FAT/SAT leadership, proposal development lead (2+ proposals).
• TECHNICAL KNOWLEDGE: Process thermodynamics & unit operations with Process Model Development (Aspen HYSYS Dynamics, INDISS Plus CORYS – France), OPC UA/DA protocols, ABB 800xA system configuration, PID control, ISA-5.1/IEC 61511
• PROPOSAL/PRE-SALES SKILLS: RFP Interpretations, HFOTS technical proposal writing, effort estimation & BoM development, Client facing presentations & HFOTS demonstrations, Competitive benchmarking, proposal template development.
• SOFT SKILLS: Clear communication, client stakeholder management, cross-functional collaboration, problem-solving proposal quality focus, mentoring capability.
• KNOWLEDGE SHARING & CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT: Evaluate emerging HFOTS tools, mentor engineers, prepare reusable simulation libraries & case studies
• INDUSTRY KNOWLEDGE: Oil & Gas, Petrochemicals, Specialty Chemicals, Power Generation, Pharmaceutical

More about Us:

The Energy Industries Division serves a wide range of industrial sectors, including hydrocarbons, chemicals, pharmaceuticals, power generation and water. With its integrated solutions that automate, digitalize and electrify operations, the Division is committed to supporting traditional industries in their efforts to decarbonize. The Division also supports the development, integration and scaling up of new and renewable energy models. The Division’s goal is to help customers adapt and succeed in the rapidly changing global energy transition. Harnessing data, machine learning and artificial intelligence (AI), the Division brings over 50 years of domain expertise delivering solutions designed to improve energy, process and production efficiency, as well as reduce risk, operational cost and capital cost, while minimizing waste for customers, from project start-up and throughout the entire plant lifecycle.

Building a cleaner, smarter future takes all kinds of minds: the curious, the courageous, and the creative. We welcome people from all backgrounds and experiences.