Senior Software Engineer/Programmer

Schneider Electric; Pateros; On-site; PHP 1,200,000 - 3,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Schneider Electric seeks a Senior Software Programmer (SME) for Process Automation & Instrumentation to lead technical architecture and delivery across lifecycle projects. The role spans design through commissioning, with focus on DCS, PLC, SCADA, HMI, SIS and instrumentation.

Significant customer engagement and development of best practices are expected. The position emphasizes leadership in automation architectures, solution reviews, and mentorship across teams, across industries including

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in engineering fields mentioned.
• Master's Degree preferred for advanced role.

Responsibilities

• Act as the primary technical expert for Process Automation and Instrumentation solutions.
• Provide guidance on DCS, PLC, SCADA, HMI, SIS and field instrumentation.
• Design and validate automation solutions for multiple process industries.
• Support FAT, SAT, commissioning and startup activities; troubleshoot complex issues.
• Translate requirements into practical automation architectures and proposals.

Skills

DCS

PLC

SCADA

HMI

SIS

Instrumentation

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Chemical Engineering

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering

Bachelor's Degree in Electronics & Communications Engineering

Bachelor's Degree in Instrumentation & Control Engineering

Bachelor's Degree in Mechatronics Engineering

Master's Degree preferred

Job description

The Senior Software Programmer (SME) for Process Automation & Process Instrumentation serves as the organization's technical leader for industrial process control, instrumentation, automation systems, and digital transformation initiatives. The SME provides engineering expertise, solution architecture guidance, technical leadership, and customer-facing support across the lifecycle of process automation projects, from conceptual design through commissioning, optimization, and lifecycle services. Key Responsibilities

Technical Leadership Act as the primary technical expert for Process Automation and Process Instrumentation solutions. Provide technical guidance on DCS, PLC, SCADA, HMI, Safety Systems (SIS), and field instrumentation.

Develop and review automation architectures, control philosophies, functional specifications, and instrument design packages. Standardize engineering practices and recommend best-in-class automation technologies Process Automation Solutions

Design and validate automation solutions for industries such as Water & Wastewater, Oil & Gas, Power, Mining, Food & Beverage, and Life Sciences. Support deployment of control systems such as: Distributed Control Systems (DCS)

Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC) SCADA Systems Safety Instrumented Systems (SIS)

Industrial Communication Networks Provide expertise in software-defined automation and digitalization initiatives Process Instrumentation Expertise

Select and specify instrumentation including: Pressure Transmitters Flowmeters (Magnetic, Coriolis, Vortex)

Level Measurement Devices (Radar, Guided Wave Radar, Displacer) Temperature Sensors Analytical Instruments

Control Valves and Positioners Ensure proper application, sizing, calibration, and integration of field devices into automation systems Project Execution Support

Review P&IDs, control narratives, loop diagrams, cause & effect matrices, and instrument indexes. Support factory acceptance tests (FAT), site acceptance tests (SAT), commissioning, and startup activities. Troubleshoot complex automation and instrumentation issues

Customer and Stakeholder Engagement Conduct technical workshops with customers, consultants, EPCs, and system integrators. Translate operational requirements into practical automation solutions.

Present technical proposals and defend automation architectures during project reviews. Support business development and presales opportunities. Innovation and Continuous Improvement

Evaluate emerging technologies such as: Industrial IoT (IIoT) Edge Computing

Predictive Maintenance AI-enabled Analytics Digital Twins

Identify opportunities to improve plant reliability, performance, safety, and sustainability. Knowledge Management Develop technical standards, engineering templates, and best practices.

Train and mentor engineers, sales teams, and system integrators. Lead technical communities and knowledge-sharing initiatives. Expert-level roles are expected to provide technical support, training, and mentoring across organizations and geographies.

Qualifications and Experience Education: Bachelor's Degree in (either one of):Chemical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Electronics & Communications Engineering, Instrumentation & Control Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering.

Master's Degree preferred. Experience: 8-15+ years of experience in:

Process Automation Instrumentation & Control Industrial Control Systems

Process Industries Technical Knowledge: Strong knowledge of:

DCS Platforms (e.g., Foxboro DCS, Honeywell Experion, Emerson DeltaV, Yokogawa CENTUM) PLC Platforms (Modicon, Siemens, Rockwell) SCADA Systems

Functional Safety (IEC 61511) Instrumentation Standards (ISA, IEC) Industrial Networks (Modbus, Ethernet/IP, Profinet, OPC UA)

Cybersecurity for Industrial Control Systems Instrument Sizing & Selection Process Control Strategies

Preferred Certifications: Certified Functional Safety Engineer (CFSE) ISA Certified Automation Professional (CAP)

TÜV Functional Safety Certification PMP or equivalent project management certification