DCS Engineer-Hydro Power

Job Summary:

This job involves DCS/SCADA and PPC engineering for Solar and BESS Projects and shall involve customer meetings, design concept, engineering/implementation, and process simulation & testing and commissioning based upon customer requirements.

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In this Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

You will be responsible for the complete Project Cycle, starting from inputs analysis, Design &

Engineering, Testing& Factory Acceptance Test (FAT) followed by commissioning as per requirement.

• Implement DCS and SCADA based Solar/BESS  greenfield and retrofit projects, Software and hardware engineering and configuration. Guiding team to implement controls from SAMA, functional diagrams or functional descriptions; modifications of DCS/SCADA graphics; creation of faceplate macros, control macros and their testing

• Creation and modification of DCS internal point database; extraction of HW IO list from customer drawings; preparation of database; querying with HW team and customer for any clarifications needed.

• Distributing the engineering work to system integrators; making adequate follow-up for completion of project within budget, on/before time and with quality

• Ability to read electrical single-line diagrams (SLDs), and switchboard control logic drawings; Should have experience with a variety of equipment and devices used in the renewable power plant including inverters, transformers, capacitor banks, Trackers, electrical equipment, IEDs, etc. Fault diagnosis of DCS system, network system, and various communication interfaces like OPC, Modbus, DNP3, serial, IEC 61850, etc. Collaborating with engineering team to solve HW/SW issues (e.g. controllers, modules, link modules etc.). Understanding of industrial standards like IEEE, IEC, NEC, and Grid codes. Experience on PSCAD, DiGsilent Power Factory , PSSe etc simulation software shall be preferable.

• Solar/BESS plant commissioning for commercial operation; Travel to project sites for site assignments, testing and tuning of various electrical control functions, for third-party communication and for commissioning. Customer facing and preparation of site report.

• Previous knowledge and experience on digital  and AI based solution shall have added advantage.

Who You Are:

You should be able to assume responsibility for the outcomes of others. . You should be able to deliver messages in a clear, compelling, and concise manner. Actively listens and checks for understanding. Sets aggressive goals and has high standards.

For This Role, You Will Need:

• Degree or equivalent experience" in Engineering (Electrical, Control & Instrumentation, Power Engineering)

• Seven  (7) to  (5) ten (10) years of Proven experience in DCS & PLC programming / Engineering/commissioning

• Ability to write reports & business communication

• Excellent communication skills

• Ability to efficiently present information and respond to queries from groups of managers, clients, and customers

• Should have a good understanding of safety tools and gears and safety guidelines of working at site

Preferred Qualifications that Set You Apart:

• Proficiency in Solar and BESS power plant operation.

• Knowledge of electrical equipment like switchboards, generators, turbines, AVRs, motors, transformers, capacitors, Current Transformers, Voltage Transformers, feeders, meters, relays

• Knowledge in C programming.

Our Culture & Commitment to You

At Emerson, we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives—because we know that great ideas come from great teams. Our commitment to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. Whether through mentorship, training, or leadership opportunities, we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact. We believe diverse teams, working together are key to driving growth and delivering business results. 

We recognize the importance of employee wellbeing. We prioritize providing competitive benefits plans, a variety of medical insurance plans, Employee Assistance Program, employee resource groups, recognition, and much more. Our culture offers flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), vacation and holiday leave.