Plc Automation Engineer

Pragathi Controls; United States; Remote; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Pragathi Controls is seeking a field service engineer to perform installation verification, configuration, testing, commissioning, and troubleshooting of Schneider Electric smart components at customer sites.

You will configure energy meters, circuit breakers, communication interfaces, and integrate devices with PME, SCADA, and BMS platforms. Travel to project sites and coordination with software teams is required.

Qualifications

• Diploma or BE/B.Tech in Electrical and Electronics Engineering.
• Experience in electrical automation, smart metering, or power monitoring commissioning is preferred.
• Willingness to travel to project sites as required.

Responsibilities

• Perform installation verification, configuration, testing, commissioning, and troubleshooting of Schneider Electric smart components.
• Configure and verify Modbus RTU, Modbus TCP/IP, RS-485, Ethernet, and BACnet communications.
• Integrate devices with PME, SCADA, and BMS platforms and validate real-time data acquisition.
• Prepare commissioning checklists, device lists, IP schedules, and communication test reports.
• Coordinate with Schneider Electric service engineers and customers on site.

Skills

Site commissioning

Troubleshooting

Project coordination

Customer communication

Education

BE/B.Tech in Electrical and Electronics Engineering

Tools

Modbus RTU

Modbus TCP/IP

RS-485

Ethernet

BACnet

Job description

Job Purpose

To carry out installation verification, configuration, testing, commissioning, and troubleshooting of Smart electrical components, including energy meters, circuit breakers, communication gateways, and associated SCADA/BMS systems.

2. Key Responsibilities

A. Smart Components Commissioning

• Installation verification, configuration, testing, and commissioning of Schneider Electric smart components.
• Commission energy meters such as PM5000, PM8000, and other supported PowerLogic meter series.
• Configure Schneider Electric ACBs, MCCBs, Micrologic trip units, and associated communication interfaces.
• Verify metering parameters, breaker status, trip indications, alarms, and electrical measurements.
• Verify CT/PT ratios, Modbus addresses, baud rates, parity, and communication settings.

B. Communication and Networking

• Configure and troubleshoot Modbus RTU, Modbus TCP/IP, and BACnet communication.
• Test RS-485 communication wiring, termination, shielding, polarity, and device addressing.
• Configure Ethernet switches, IP addresses, gateways, and communication networks.
• Perform communication testing using tools such as Modbus Poll, Modscan, and vendor configuration software.
• Troubleshoot communication failures, intermittent data, device discovery issues, and communication timeouts.

C. SCADA / Power Monitoring Integration

• Integrate smart components with Schneider Electric Power Monitoring Expert (PME), SCADA, and BMS platforms.
• Configure devices, verify parameter mapping, and validate real-time data acquisition.
• Test voltage, current, frequency, power, power factor, energy, THD, breaker status, and alarms.
• Verify device communication, trends, reports, dashboards, and event logs.
• Coordinate with software and design teams to resolve integration and data-mapping issues.

D. Testing and Troubleshooting

• Perform point-to-point verification and functional testing.
• Troubleshoot meter communication, breaker status, trip indication, and data update issues.
• Verify communication between field devices, gateways, servers, and monitoring software.
• Support integrated system testing, customer demonstrations, and site acceptance testing.
• Coordinate with Schneider Electric service engineers and customer representatives.

E. Documentation and Handover

• Prepare commissioning checklists, device lists, IP schedules, and communication test reports.
• Maintain punch-point lists and track issue closure.
• Prepare as-built documentation and commissioning reports.
• Provide basic operational training to customers and hand over the completed system.

3. Technical Skills Required

• Knowledge of LV electrical distribution systems and Main LT Panels.
• Experience with Schneider Electric PowerLogic meters and smart circuit breakers.
• Understanding of Modbus RTU, Modbus TCP/IP, RS-485, Ethernet, and BACnet.
• Basic knowledge of PLC, SCADA, BMS, and Power Monitoring Expert (PME).
• Ability to read electrical SLDs, wiring diagrams, and communication architecture drawings.
• Knowledge of electrical testing instruments and troubleshooting methods.
• Working knowledge of Windows servers, IP networking, and SQL Server is an advantage.

4. Educational Qualification

• Diploma or BE/B.Tech in Electrical and Electronics Engineering.
• Experience in electrical automation, smart metering, or power monitoring commissioning is preferred.

5. Key Competencies

• Site commissioning and troubleshooting skills.
• Good communication and coordination with customers and project teams.
• Ability to work independently at project sites.
• Willingness to travel as per project requirements.
• Strong documentation and problem-solving skills.

6. Performance Expectations

• Complete commissioning within the agreed project schedule.
• Ensure reliable communication and accurate data acquisition from all configured devices.
• Minimize repeat site visits through effective troubleshooting.
• Complete testing documentation and customer handover on time. Role & responsibilities