PLC Programmer / Automation Engineer

You are a highly skilled and experienced Electrical PLC Control Engineer in Special Purpose Machine (SPM, responsible for designing, developing, programming, and commissioning automated control systems for industrial processes. Your strong background in electrical engineering, programmable logic controllers (PLCs), human-machine interfaces (HMIs), and industrial networking, coupled with a keen eye for detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality, reliable solutions, makes you an ideal candidate for this role. As a PLC Programmer / Automation Engineer, you will interpret electrical schematics, P&IDs, and functional specifications to design and develop PLC-based control systems. You will select and specify appropriate electrical components, sensors, actuators, and control hardware, and develop detailed electrical drawings, wiring diagrams, and panel layouts using CAD software such as AutoCAD Electrical or EPLAN. Your responsibilities include developing, testing, and debugging PLC programs from scratch or modifying existing code using various PLC platforms like Siemens TIA Portal, Rockwell Studio 5000/Logix Designer, Mitsubishi GX Works, or Omron CX-One. You will implement control logic, algorithms, and safety interlocks in accordance with project requirements and industry standards, optimizing PLC programs for efficiency, reliability, and maintainability. Additionally, you will design and develop user-friendly HMI/SCADA screens for process visualization, data acquisition, and operator control, configuring alarms, trends, recipes, and reporting functionalities within HMI/SCADA applications. You will perform factory acceptance testing (FAT) and site acceptance testing (SAT) of control systems, troubleshoot electrical and programming issues, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure successful system integration. Your role also involves providing technical support and troubleshooting for existing control systems, creating and maintaining comprehensive technical documentation, staying updated with industry trends and best practices, and identifying opportunities for process improvement and enhanced system performance. You should have strong proficiency in programming and configuring PLCs from major vendors, hands-on experience with HMI/SCADA development, and solid understanding of industrial communication protocols. Preferred skills for this role include experience with robotic systems and integration, knowledge of databases and data acquisition systems, familiarity with functional safety programming, and certification in relevant PLC platforms. You can expect benefits such as a competitive salary, health insurance, paid time off, retirement plan, professional development opportunities, and more. This is a full-time, permanent role located in Coimbatore, with a flexible schedule and benefits including health insurance, leave encashment, paid time off, provident fund, and bonuses. If you possess excellent problem-solving, analytical, and troubleshooting skills, along with strong communication and interpersonal abilities, and are willing to travel to client sites for commissioning and support as needed, you are the ideal candidate for this position.,