Role & responsibilities

1. Instrument Installation and Commissioning

- Review, approve, and develop technical specifications, Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs;), loop diagrams, instrument datasheets, and hook-up drawings.
- Install Site Acceptance Testing (SAT), and Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) of new hydrometeorological and environmental monitoring instruments and control systems.
- Configure telemetry, communication, and power systems for operational use
- Ensure proper integration of instruments with central monitoring systems

2. Operation and Maintenance

- Conduct routine maintenance and calibration of monitoring instruments
- Diagnose and resolve hardware, sensor, instrument failures, network communication issues, and control loop instabilities.
- Ensure continuous operational readiness of field observation systems

3. Telemetry and Data Communication

- Maintain telemetry systems for real-time data transmission
- Troubleshoot communication issues involving GSM/GPRS, satellite, radio, or internet-based systems
- Ensure reliable transmission of observational data to central servers and DSS platforms

1. Data Quality and Monitoring

- Oversee the programming, configuration, and integration of Distributed Control Systems (DCS), Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC), and Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) systems.
- Support quality control and validation of observational datasets
- Monitor sensor performance and identify anomalies or inconsistencies
- Coordinate with technical teams to improve data reliability and operational performance

1. Integration with DSS and Operational Systems





- Support integration of observational data into decision support systems and forecasting platforms
- Coordinate with developers, meteorologists, hydrologists, and GIS experts to ensure proper system interoperability
- Assist in configuring automated data acquisition workflows

1. Capacity Building and Technical Support

- Conduct training sessions for operational staff and partner agencies on instrument handling and maintenance
- Provide technical support during field deployments and operational activities
- Support strengthening of the national observation network capacities

1. Documentation and Reporting

- Maintain records of instrument inventories, maintenance activities, and calibration reports
- Prepare technical documentation and operational guidelines
- Provide periodic status reports on field systems and network performance

1. Additional Responsibilities

- Perform other tasks as assigned by the supervisor in line with project needs and priorities.

Deliverables:

- Operational and calibrated monitoring instruments and field systems
- Reliable telemetry and data transmission systems
- Maintenance logs and calibration reports
- Integrated observational datasets for DSS and forecasting platforms
- Technical documentation and operational manuals
- Training materials and capacity-building support outputs
- Periodic progress reports aligned with project timelines





Preferred candidate profile

Education:

- Bachelors degree in Electronics Engineering, Instrumentation Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Telecommunication Engineering, or a related field

Experience:

- Minimum 3–5 years of experience in instrumentation systems, environmental monitoring networks, or field-based sensor systems
- Experience working with hydrometeorological instruments such as AWS, ARG, water level sensors, weather radars, air quality sensors, tide gauges, or related systems
- Experience in installation, calibration, operation, and maintenance of field instrumentation systems
- Familiarity with telemetry and data communication systems (GPRS, GSM, satellite, radio, IoT-based systems)
- Experience troubleshooting hardware, power systems, and sensor communication issues
- Experience supporting operational monitoring systems with high uptime requirements

Technical Skills (Desirable):

- Familiarity with SCADA systems and remote monitoring platforms
- Knowledge of data loggers, embedded systems, and sensor integration
- Basic networking and server connectivity knowledge
- Experience with solar-powered field systems and battery backup systems
- Familiarity with data quality control and sensor validation procedures
- Basic scripting or automation skills for diagnostics and monitoring

Personal Qualities:

- Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills
- Attention to detail and operational reliability
- Ability to work in field conditions and remote locations
- Robust coordination and communication skills
- Ability to work independently and in multidisciplinary teams

📌 Instrumentation Expert (Chennai)
🏢 Rimes International
📍 Chennai