Sr PLC Engineer

Location: Pune I

Time Type: Full time

Job Description

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Job Description

Required Skillset:

• Experience required is 8+ years

• Siemens TIA Portal: Proficient in TIA Portal Version 17 and above, with strong experience in development, diagnostics, and commissioning.

• WinCC SCADA: Solid understanding and hands-on experience with WinCC SCADA systems for process control and monitoring.

• Advanced HMI Programming: Expertise in HMI screen design and scripting, including dynamic content and user-defined controls.

• STL Programming (Expert Level): Ability to develop PLC code from scratch using Statement List (STL) language.

• Communication Protocols: Strong working knowledge of Profinet, Profibus, and AS-i communication standards.

• Diagnostic & Versioning Tools: Hands-on experience with Siemens Proneta for network diagnostics and version control and backup management

• Advanced PLC Techniques: Expert in pointers and indirect addressing within Siemens PLC platforms for flexible logic implementation.

• Scripting & Integration: Optional

  • Proficient in XML programming for structured data handling and system integration will be preferred.

  • Skilled in VB scripting for enhanced functionality in HMI and SCADA systems will be preferred.

• Safety PLC Programming: Experience in Siemens safety PLC programming, validation, and fault diagnostics.

• International Exposure: Prior experience working on international projects, with familiarity in global standards, coordination, and multicultural team environments will be preferred.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the design and development of LLC software for large-scale systems using Siemens TIA Portal and the defined controls architecture.

• Guide cross-functional coordination, resolving complex technical challenges across disciplines.

• Define and implement validation strategies, and lead integration testing with SCADA, EM, and Safety Systems.

• Take full ownership of planning, effort estimation, and on-time delivery for the complete LLC workstream.

• Develop and apply advanced tools for diagnostics, simulation, and emulation to improve testing and commissioning efficiency.

• Actively support project leadership with risk mitigation strategies and system-level control solutions.

• Drive continuous improvement of products, processes, and tools, and contribute to platform architecture evolution.

• Represent the LLC engineering discipline during customer meetings, design reviews, and technical audits.

• Set and promote best practices across software delivery, documentation, and team development.

Technical Responsibilities:

• Independently draft comprehensive functional and detailed specifications for large and complex projects, based on customer requirements, the order file, and the defined VI controls architecture.

• Select optimal solutions using standardised modules and re-use of library blocks to ensure efficiency and consistency.

• Apply and enforce engineering standards, development procedures, and quality guidelines.

• Realise complex controls applications and subsystems by building, configuring, programming, testing, and documenting them thoroughly.

• Design and develop new control modules to extend and strengthen the standard control libraries.

• Perform functional analyses, interpret user requirements, and translate them into reliable control system designs.

• Evaluate and align mechanical layouts for functional and controls compliance.

• Independently manage commissioning according to the plan, in coordination with site supervisors and project leaders.

• Ensure complete and high-quality Service Take Over (STO) documentation and deliverables.

• Provide technical advice to the Project Leader, Engineering and Project Manager regarding complex or multi-disciplinary issues.

• Report technical progress, deviations, and risk mitigation plans to the Project Leader, Engineering and Group Leader.

• Coordinate and mentor Controls Engineers within the project team, ensuring clarity of goals and deliverables.

• Maintain cost awareness and manage allocated budget for the LLC workstream.

• Apply a strong understanding of tools, standards, and methodologies in day-to-day work.

• Available for and capable of managing multi-disciplinary activities, ensuring integration and consistency.

• Demonstrate a strong sense of planning, ownership and project discipline.