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Position: Shift Engineer – Electrical & Instrumentation (E&I)Level: M-9
Location: Sagasahi BP, Mining
Department: Mining – Maintenance (E&I)
Company: ArcelorMittal Nippon Steel India Limited
Job Purpose: Responsible for managing and executing all Electrical and Instrumentation (E&I) maintenance activities in the beneficiation plant. This includes ensuring equipment reliability, reducing downtime, and maintaining safety and operational standards during the shift.
Organization Chart: Reports to: Head – Maintenance E&I
Key Responsibilities: Manage shift operations for electrical and instrumentation activities in the beneficiation plant.
Coordinate between electrical and instrumentation teams for smooth plant functioning.
Implement and monitor preventive and predictive maintenance schedules for electrical systems, motors, switchgear, control panels, and process control systems.
Troubleshoot and resolve breakdowns related to electrical, instrumentation, and automation systems (PLC, DCS, SCADA).
Maintain field instrumentation, analyzers, and process control devices, ensuring accuracy through proper calibration and testing.
Optimize maintenance processes to enhance reliability, availability, and efficiency of equipment.
Coordinate with procurement and inventory teams to ensure the availability of critical spares and materials.
Ensure adherence to safety protocols, minimizing risks to personnel and equipment.
Support the execution of CAPEX and operational improvement projects related to E&I.
Generate shift reports, downtime analysis, and RCA (Root Cause Analysis) for failures.
Drive compliance with regulatory requirements and safety standards.
Key Challenges: Managing unplanned breakdowns, machinery failures, and equipment unavailability.
Ensuring quick decision-making during critical breakdowns to minimize downtime (especially given the remote plant location).
Maintaining machinery efficiency and achieving low Mean Time To Repair (MTTR).
Key Decisions: Operational decisions related to breakdown handling and shift resource allocation.
Coordination decisions with cross-functional teams for smooth shift operations.
Prioritizing tasks during equipment failures and emergencies.
Cross-Functional Interactions: Internal: Service Team, Operations Team, Maintenance Team
External: MDO (Mine Developer and Operator), Vendors, OEMs, and other stakeholders
Financial & Team Dimensions: Manage shift-related maintenance budgets, spare parts consumption, and assist in CAPEX planning.
Responsible for a shift maintenance team as per the organizational structure.
Skills & Knowledge: Essential: Bachelor’s Degree/Diploma in Electrical Engineering, Instrumentation, or equivalent.
Desirable: Sound knowledge of electrical systems, instrumentation, automation, and process control systems.
Technical Skills: Hands-on experience in maintenance of motors, transformers, switchgear, control panels, and power distribution.
Proficiency with PLCs, DCS, SCADA, and industrial automation systems.
Calibration and troubleshooting of field instrumentation (pressure, flow, temperature, etc.).
Knowledge of safety regulations, permit systems, and best maintenance practices.
Exposure to SAP/CMMS systems for maintenance management is a plus.
Experience Required:5 to 10 years of relevant experience in Electrical & Instrumentation maintenance, preferably in mining, beneficiation, or heavy industries.
Behavioral Competencies: Team management and leadership in a shift environment.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Problem-solving, analytical thinking, and decision-making ability.
Commitment to operational excellence and continuous improvement.
Why Join Us: Be part of a leading global organization driving excellence in mining operations.
Opportunity to work on modern technologies and automation systems.
Career growth and development in a structured and safe working environment.
