PLC Electrical Engineer – Roles and Responsibilities
Design, develop, program, and commission Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) systems for industrial automation.
Develop PLC logic, Human-Machine Interface (HMI), and Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) applications.
Install, test, and troubleshoot electrical control panels, PLCs, drives, sensors, and field instruments.
Perform electrical wiring, panel inspection, and verification according to electrical drawings and standards.
Diagnose and resolve electrical, PLC, and automation system faults to minimize production downtime.
Conduct preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on automation equipment.
Configure and integrate Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs), servo systems, motors, and industrial communication networks.
Read, interpret, and update electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, P&IDs;, and technical documentation.
Perform system testing, Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), Site Acceptance Testing (SAT), and commissioning activities.
Support equipment upgrades, process improvements, and automation projects.
Ensure compliance with electrical safety standards, company policies, and industry regulations.
Coordinate with production,



maintenance, mechanical, and instrumentation teams during installations and troubleshooting.
Maintain backup copies of PLC, HMI, and SCADA programs and update documentation after modifications.
Train operators and maintenance personnel on the operation and troubleshooting of automation systems.
Prepare technical reports, maintenance records, and project documentation.

Key Skills
PLC programming (e.g., Siemens, Allen-Bradley/Rockwell, Mitsubishi, Omron, Schneider)
HMI and SCADA development
Industrial automation and process control
Electrical control panel design and troubleshooting
VFD, servo drive, and motor control systems
Industrial communication protocols (Modbus, Profibus, Profinet, Ethernet/IP)
Electrical drawing interpretation (AutoCAD Electrical/EPLAN preferred)
Root cause analysis and fault diagnosis
Preventive and corrective maintenance
Robust problem-solving, communication, and teamwork skills
Knowledge of electrical safety standards and industrial regulations
Commissioning and startup of automation systems

Work Location: In person

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