We are looking for an experienced Lead Automation Engineer with strong hands-on expertise in PLC programming, HMI/SCADA development, industrial automation and system integration.

Responsibilities

- Independently develop PLC programs, HMI and SCADA applications from concept to commissioning.
- Design control logic, interlocks, PID control, alarm monitoring, trending and data logging.
- Integrate PLC/SCADA systems with VFDs, generators, electrical switchboards, instrumentation and field devices.
- Prepare control philosophies, I/O lists, system architecture and technical documentation.
- Lead FAT, SAT, troubleshooting and onsite commissioning.
- Lead and guide automation engineers and coordinate project execution.

Candidate requirements:

- Minimum 8 years of relevant industrial automation experience.




- Proven experience in complete PLC/SCADA software development and project commissioning.
- Marine automation, PMS, AMS and power management experience will be an added advantage.
- PLC: Siemens S7-1200/S7-1500, TIA Portal; knowledge of other PLC platforms is advantageous.
- SCADA/HMI: Siemens WinCC, Ignition, FactoryTalk or equivalent.
- Communication: Modbus TCP/RTU, PROFINET, PROFIBUS and OPC UA.
- Controls: VFD integration, PID loops, industrial instrumentation and electrical control systems.
- Robust troubleshooting, programming and system integration capabilities.
- Candidates must have strong hands-on programming experience, not just maintenance or supervisory experience.

Location: Mumbai, Mangalore, Kolkata & Cochin

📌 Lead Automation Engineer (PLC, SCADA) (Kochi)
🏢 Aries marine & Engineering Services
📍 Kochi