Plc Programmer (Automation Engineer)

Location: Pune (Chakan)

About the Role:

Designation

Experience/ Education Qualifications:

Experience Required: 2-5

Role & responsibilities:

• Develop and implement PLC programs to control and monitor packaging machinery and systems.
• Collaborate with the engineering team to design control system architecture and specify hardware requirements.
• Configure and program PLCs, HMIs (Human-Machine Interfaces), and SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition) systems.
• Integrate and troubleshoot electrical components, sensors, and actuators within the packaging automation setup.
• Conduct thorough testing and debugging of PLC programs to ensure proper functionality and reliability.
• Monitor and analyse system performance, identify bottlenecks, and implement optimizations for improved efficiency.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of the packaging automation systems with other production processes.
• Provide technical support and guidance to production and maintenance teams in diagnosing and resolving PLC-related issues.
• Document system configurations, programming changes, and troubleshooting procedures.
• Stay up to date with industry trends, emerging technologies, and advancements in PLC programming techniques.

Preferred candidate profile:

• Proven experience as a PLC Programmer in the packaging automation industry or a similar domain.
• Strong knowledge of PLC programming languages (such as ladder logic, structured text, or function block diagram).
• Proficiency in programming and configuring PLCs from leading manufacturers

  (e.g., Siemens, Allen-Bradley, Schneider Electric).

• Experience with

  HMI and SCADA

  systems, as well as communication protocols (e.g., Ethernet/IP, Modbus).
• Familiarity with electrical control systems, motor control circuits, and industrial automation components.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, technical specifications, and engineering drawings.
• Must be able and willing to travel and work at customer sites and be open to possible relocation if required