Field Services Engineer (Thiruvananthapuram)

Field Services Engineer (Thiruvananthapuram)

03 Aug
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Goose
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Thiruvananthapuram

03 Aug

Goose

Thiruvananthapuram

Goose Industrial Solutions Private Limited is recruiting to join our growing automation & industrial services company, for a Resident Engineer role covering PLC, SCADA, and field instrumentation support across Kollam and Thiruvananthapuram plants.

If you're a hands-on automation professional who enjoys site-level troubleshooting, client interaction, and driving AMC growth in the region.

Key Responsibilities:
Provide on-site technical support for Siemens S7-400 based PLC systems
Troubleshoot and maintain field instruments (sensors, transmitters, flow/level/pressure devices)
Monitor and support SCADA systems for plant processes
Attend breakdown calls and ensure minimum downtime at site
Coordinate with HO team for spares, escalations, and technical guidance
Maintain service records, AMC logs, and site visit reports
Support commissioning and upgrade activities as required
Travel between Kollam and Thiruvananthapuram sites as per work schedule

Troubleshooting Responsibilites:
Diagnose PLC faults using Simatic Manager - CPU status, diagnostic buffer, I/O faults, communication errors
Identify and rectify field instrument faults - RTD/thermocouple wiring, 4-20mA loop issues, open/short circuits
Troubleshoot SCADA-PLC communication failures (Profibus/Profinet/Ethernet links)
Perform root-cause analysis for recurring breakdowns and recommend corrective action
Handle VFD faults, motor run issues, and valve/actuator malfunctions on site




Escalate unresolved technical issues to HO with clear fault documentation

Added Responsibilities - Field Study & AMC Business Development:
Conduct field study visits at prospective and existing client sites to assess automation upgrade needs
Identify AMC (Annual Maintenance Contract) opportunities during site visits and service calls
Support the sales team by sharing site-level technical findings for AMC and upgrade proposals
Build and maintain relationships with client plant teams to support AMC renewals and expansion
Report field study findings and AMC leads to Head Office on a regular basis

Required Skills:
Solid working knowledge of Siemens S7-400 PLC (troubleshooting, minor program changes, backups)
Hands-on knowledge of Simatic Manager software for programming, diagnostics, and backups
Hands-on experience with field instruments (RTD, pressure/level/flow transmitters, control valves)
Working knowledge of SCADA systems (WinCC or equivalent)
Basic electrical/instrumentation fault-finding skills
Ability to work independently at remote sites with minimal supervision
Good communication skills for client interaction and HO coordination

Other Requirements:
Willingness to travel between Kollam and Thiruvananthapuram
Two-wheeler/vehicle preferred for local site travel
Must report to Head Office (Kochi) once every 3 days in a month

📌 Field Services Engineer (Thiruvananthapuram)
🏢 Goose
📍 Thiruvananthapuram

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