Plant Automation Engineer / Manager - Oil / Food / Chemical Industry Location :Dhar, Madhya Pradesh

Company :Jital Solution Pvt. Ltd.

Experience :7 J- 11 Years

Industry :Oil / Food Processing / Chemical

Role Overview

We are looking for an experienced Plant Automation Engineer / Manager to lead and optimize automation systems across our manufacturing operations. The role focuses on PLC, SCADA,

instrumentation, and process automation to improve plant efficiency, safety, and data-driven decision-making.

Key Responsibilities

1. Industrial Automation Fundamentals

- Understand and manage plant instrumentation:

- Sensors: temperature, pressure, flow, level

- Actuators: valves, motors, pumps

- Interpret control loops (PID basics)

- Work with analog and digital signal systems

- Troubleshoot process issues using automation insights

1. PLC (Programmable Logic Controller) Management

- Work with PLC platforms such as Siemens (S7), Allen-Bradley, Schneider
- Read and interpret ladder logic diagrams
- Diagnose and troubleshoot PLC-related issues
- Monitor alarms, interlocks, and system logic
- Coordinate with automation vendors and engineers

- SCADA / HMI Systems

- Operate SCADA systems (WinCC, Wonderware, etc.)
- Monitor real-time plant data and dashboards
- Respond to alarms and abnormal conditions
- Perform trend analysis (temperature, pressure, flow)
- Support real-time decision-making

- Process Automation (Industry-Specific) Fish Meal Plants

- Cooker temperature automation
- Dryer moisture control
- Odor control systems
- Continuous vs batch process optimization

Edible Oil Plants

- Refinery automation (degumming, neutralization, bleaching, deodorization)
- Pipeline flow control and tank level automation
- Batch sequencing and process control

1. Data Monitoring & Analysis

- Utilize SCADA data for production dashboards
- Track KPIs such as yield, downtime, and efficiency




- Perform root cause analysis using historical trends
- Use Excel and reporting tools for insights

- Maintenance & Coordination (Automation Side)

- Coordinate with instrumentation and maintenance teams
- Ensure calibration of sensors and devices
- Troubleshoot PLC/SCADA faults
- Plan and execute preventive maintenance

- Alarm & Safety Systems

- Manage safety interlocks and shutdown systems
- Ensure emergency stop systems are functional
- Oversee fire and explosion safety systems
- Maintain fail-safe automation mechanisms

- Advanced Automation (preferred)

- Exposure to IIoT and remote monitoring systems
- Basic understanding of AI in manufacturing
- Knowledge of digital twins (for large plants)

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) Automation Performance

- Automation system uptime (%)
- PLC/SCADA fault resolution time
- Number of critical alarms & response time

Operational Efficiency

- Reduction in downtime (%)
- Process deviation frequency
- Improvement in production yield (%)

Maintenance

- Preventive maintenance compliance (%)
- Sensor calibration accuracy (%)
- Breakdown reduction

Data & Decision-Making

- KPI reporting accuracy
- Use of data in root cause analysis
- Reduction in manual interventions (%)

Safety & Compliance

- Number of safety incidents
- Interlock/system failure incidents
- Audit compliance score

Skill Requirements

Skill Area Required Level

SCADA / HMI High (daily use)

PLC Knowledge Medium (logic understanding) Sensors & Instrumentation Medium

Data Analysis Medium - High

Programming Basic understanding

- 7-11 years of experience in plant automation (oil, food, or chemical industry)
- Robust understanding of industrial automation systems
- Hands-on experience with PLC & SCADA environments
- Good analytical and troubleshooting skills
- Ability to work in a 24/7 manufacturing setup

Pay: ₹10,000.00 - ₹45,000.00 per month

Benefits :

- Food provided
- Paid sick time

Work Location: In person

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