Senior Software Engineer/Programmer 19 days ago

Schneider Electric; Pateros; On-site; PHP 1,500,000 - 3,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Schneider Electric is seeking a Senior Software Programmer (SME) to lead technical direction in process automation and instrumentation. You will guide architectures, ensure integration of DCS/PLC/SCADA/SIS, and mentor teams across lifecycle stages from design to commissioning.

The role emphasizes cross-functional collaboration with customers, EPCs, and system integrators, plus continuous improvement in automation technologies and cybersecurity practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant engineering field is required with Master’s degree preferred.
• 8–15+ years of experience in process automation instrumentation and control industrial systems.
• Strong knowledge of DCS/PLC/SCADA/SIS and field instrumentation with cybersecurity considerations.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership for Process Automation and Instrumentation solutions across project lifecycle.
• Develop and review automation architectures, control philosophies, and instrument design packages.
• Review P&IDs, control narratives, loop diagrams, and instrument indexes; support FAT/SAT, commissioning and startup.

Skills

Cybersecurity for ICS

Process control strategies

Instrumentation sizing & selection

Technical leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering / Electrical Engineering / Electronics & Communications Engineering / Instrumentation & Control Engineering / Mechatronics Engineering

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Foxboro DCS

Honeywell Experion

Emerson DeltaV

Yokogawa CENTUM

Modicon PLC

Siemens PLC

Rockwell PLC

SCADA Systems

Modbus

Ethernet/IP

Profinet

OPC UA

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.

Process Automation Solutions

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

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