Project Engineer

Job Title: Project Engineer - PLC & SCADA

Location: Dholera, Gujarat, India

Department: Facility Monitoring & Control Systems (FMCS) / Life Safety Systems (LSS)

Reporting To: Engineering Manager – FMCS/LSS

About The Business

Tata Electronics Pvt. Ltd. is a prominent global player in the electronics manufacturing industry, with fast-emerging capabilities in Electronics Manufacturing Services, Semiconductor Assembly & Test, Semiconductor Foundry, and Design Services. Established in 2020 as a greenfield venture of the Tata Group, the company aims to serve global customers through integrated offerings across a trusted electronics and semiconductor value chain. With a rapidly growing workforce, the company currently employs over 65,000 people and has significant operations in Gujarat, Assam, Tamil Nadu, and Karnataka, India. Tata Electronics is committed to creating a socioeconomic footprint by employing many women in its workforce and actively supporting local communities through initiatives in environment, education, healthcare, sports and livelihood.

Role Overview:

We are looking for a highly skilled PLC & SCADA Engineer to support automation and control systems in semiconductor manufacturing environments. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with Rockwell PLCs and Aveva System Platform SCADA, and a strong background in designing, programming, and commissioning automation systems.

Key Responsibilities:

• Represent the client in the design, development, and commissioning of PLC and SCADA systems for semiconductor facilities.
• Review and validate contractor/vendor programming of Rockwell Automation PLCs (ControlLogix, CompactLogix, MicroLogix).
• Supervise the development and integration of Aveva System Platform SCADA applications, ensuring alignment with client standards.
• Coordinate integration of control systems with FMCS, BMS, and third-party equipment for seamless interoperability.
• Lead and witness FAT/SAT activities, troubleshoot issues, and support system optimization from the client’s perspective.
• Collaborate with internal client teams and external stakeholders including process, electrical, and safety engineers.
• Ensure proper documentation is maintained, including logic diagrams, control narratives, and commissioning records.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Electronics, Instrumentation, Electrical or related field)
• 8+ years of experience in PLC & SCADA engineering.
• Proven experience with Rockwell PLCs and Aveva System Platform.
• Experience in semiconductor or high-tech industrial projects is mandatory.
• Strong understanding of industrial communication protocols (EtherNet/IP, Modbus, Profinet, Profibus, HART, OPC UA).
• Familiarity with semiconductor fab utility automation and safety interlocks.
• Knowledge of FMCS, HVAC control, and Life Safety Systems.
• Experience with SCADA-HMI development and alarm management.
• Ability to interpret P&IDs, control schematics, and wiring diagrams.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Developer certification for Aveva System Platform and Rockwell Control Systems.
• Experience with the latest technologies in predictive maintenance, such as: AI-based diagnostics, IoT sensors for real-time monitoring, Data analytics for failure prediction and system optimization
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.