1. Role Overview

The Senior Controls Engineer is responsible for the design, development, testing,

commissioning, deployment and lifecycle support of PLC-based industrial automation

systems. The role encompasses PLC software development, control system architecture,

motion control, industrial networking, HMI/SCADA integration, electrical controls, system

commissioning, troubleshooting and customer support for crane automation, transfer car

automation, material handling systems and other industrial automation projects.

2. Key Responsibilities

PLC Software Development

• Develop PLC software using IEC 61131-3 languages (ST, LD, FBD and SFC where applicable).

• Develop modular software using FBs, FCs, DBs, UDTs and reusable libraries.

• Configure PLC hardware, remote I/O and distributed control architectures.

• Develop and optimize machine sequences, positioning and motion control applications.

• Perform software simulation, testing and debugging.

System Integration

• Integrate PLCs with HMI/SCADA, drives, sensors, remote I/O and third-party equipment.





• Configure and troubleshoot PROFINET, PROFIBUS, Ethernet/IP, Modbus TCP/IP and OPC UA.

• Configure Industrial LAN/WLAN infrastructure.

Commissioning & Site Activities

• Lead FAT, SAT and in office commissioning.

• Tune positioning, drive and motion parameters.

• Troubleshoot PLC, communication, electrical and field device issues.

• Support customer acceptance and system handover.

Electrical Controls

• Interpret electrical schematics and control drawings.

• Support VFDs, MCCs, switchgear and field wiring verification.

• Validate machine safety interlocks and electrical commissioning.

Documentation & Leadership

• Prepare FDS, SDS, I/O lists, commissioning reports and software backups.

• Maintain software version control and technical documentation.

• Mentor junior engineers and coordinate with customers, contractors and project teams.

3. Required Technical Skills

PLC Platforms: Siemens TIA Por

📌 Sr. Controls Engineer (Mumbai)
🏢 EMeasurematics
📍 Mumbai