*Job Title:* Project Engineer – PLC & Automation

*Company:* Leading Industrial Automation Company

*Location:* Guindy, Chennai

*Experience:* 3-8years

*Salary:* Rs. 35,000 – Rs. 40,000 per month + benefits

*Employment Type:* Full-time, Site + Office based

*About the Role*

We are a leading industrial automation company executing PLC, SCADA, and control panel projects for manufacturing, pharma, and process industries. We’re looking for a hands-on *Project Engineer – PLC* based in Guindy to handle programming, panel wiring, and site commissioning for Siemens-based control systems.

*Key Responsibilities*

*1. PLC Programming & Hardware*

- Modify, develop, and troubleshoot Siemens PLC programs using TIA Portal and STEP 7.

- Configure, maintain, and commission Siemens PLCs including S7-1200 and S7-1500 systems.

- Ensure programs meet logic, safety, and process requirements per client specs.

*2. HMI/SCADA & Panel Work*

- Design and implement functional HMI/SCADA layouts for operator ease and process monitoring.

- Execute hands-on installation and wiring of electrical control panels as per schematics.

- Interpret electrical drawings, control panel schematics, P&IDs;, and process documents accurately.

*3. Field Execution & Commissioning*

- Install, wire, and calibrate field instruments at client project sites.

- Execute FAT/SAT, site testing, commissioning, and startup activities at client facilities.

- Coordinate with mechanical, electrical, and process teams for smooth project handover.

*4. Troubleshooting & Documentation*

- Diagnose,



troubleshoot, and repair control system and hardware faults on-site and remotely.

- Prepare clean technical reports, as-built wiring diagrams, and user manuals post-commissioning.

- Maintain project documentation and update stakeholders on progress/issues.

*Qualifications & Skills*

*Must-Have:*

- 3-8 years hands-on experience in PLC automation projects, preferably with Siemens.

- Strong proficiency in TIA Portal, STEP 7, WinCC for PLC + HMI programming.

- Positive knowledge of electrical control panel wiring, relays, MCBs, drives, and field instruments.

- Ability to read and work from electrical schematics, GA drawings, and loop diagrams.

- Diploma/B.E in Electrical, Electronics, Instrumentation, or related field.

*Good to Have:*

- Experience in industries like automotive, pharma, FMCG, or water treatment.

- Knowledge of industrial networks: Profibus, Profinet, Modbus.

- Willingness for travel to client sites across Tamil Nadu for commissioning.

*Desired Attributes*

- Hands-on problem solver with strong debugging skills.

- Detail-oriented with good documentation habits.

- Self-driven, deadline-focused, and good team coordination.

- Comfortable with both desk work and site execution.

*Benefits*

- Salary: Rs. 35K – 40K per month based on experience + site allowances

- Growth path to Senior Project Engineer / Automation Lead

Work Location: Guindy, Chennai.

Immediate joiners are preferred.

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