Automation Engineer

Job Description – Automation Engineer (Physical Site Support – Gujarat)

Company: Asiatic Traders – Application Engineering Division

Location: Gujarat (Anand / Baroda / Rajkot / Surat / Ahmedabad as per project requirement)

Department: Automation & Commissioning

Reporting To: Regional Project Lead / Director – Application Engineering

Position Overview

The Automation Engineer – Physical Site Support will be responsible for on-site implementation, testing, and troubleshooting of automation systems supplied by Asiatic Traders. The role involves close coordination with the central engineering team based in Indore and offers an opportunity to work directly on industrial automation projects in the food, beverage, and process industries across Gujarat.

This position is ideal for young engineers passionate about PLC, HMI, SCADA, and instrumentation integration, with opportunities for growth into design and commissioning roles after successful completion of the training period.

Key Responsibilities

• Support installation, wiring verification, and commissioning of automation panels and instruments at site.
• Perform PLC logic testing, I/O mapping, and system validation under guidance of senior engineers.
• Assist in troubleshooting communication, sensor, and field issues (Profinet / Modbus / Ethernet).
• Coordinate with customers and internal teams for smooth handover and documentation.
• Execute Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT) and Site Acceptance Tests (SAT) as per company standards.
• Maintain project records such as as-built drawings, loop reports, and service logs.
• Follow company EHS and QAP procedures during all site work.
• Support integration with SCADA systems (FactoryTalk Optix / WinCC / FTView).
• Participate in technical discussions, client demonstrations, and training sessions.

Skills & Competencies

• Good understanding of PLC / HMI programming (Siemens, Rockwell, or Festo).
• Strong grasp of industrial communication protocols (Profinet, Modbus, RS485).
• Ability to read electrical wiring diagrams, P&IDs, and control logic charts.
• Knowledge of instrumentation (pressure, flow, level, and temperature transmitters).
• Excellent problem-solving skills with a focus on real-time site challenges.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to interact with clients and internal teams.
• Willingness to travel extensively across Gujarat for project execution and support.

Qualification & Experience

• B.E./B.Tech or Diploma in Electrical / Electronics / Instrumentation / Mechatronics.
• 0–3 years of experience in industrial automation.
• Fresher candidates from reputed automation training institutes with score above 7.0/10 are encouraged to apply.
• Hands-on exposure to TIA Portal / Studio 5000 / CCW / FactoryTalk Optix will be preferred.

Work Environment

• On-site work at customer facilities (food, beverage, dairy, or process plants).
• Reporting remotely to central engineering team at Indore.
• Training and periodic review sessions will be conducted through hybrid/online mode.
• Company-provided tools, safety gear, and travel allowance as per assignment.

Compensation

• Competitive package based on qualification and experience.
• TA/DA, accommodation, and travel reimbursements as per company norms.
• Performance review after successful completion of 6 months.

Career PathAutomation Engineer (Site Support) → Commissioning Engineer → Senior Automation Engineer → Project Lead → Regional ManagerWhy Join Asiatic Traders

• Exposure to end-to-end automation projects with Siemens, Rockwell, and Festo systems.
• Opportunity to learn SCADA–PLC–Instrumentation integration in real industrial environments.
• Continuous mentoring by senior automation professionals.
• Opportunity for career growth into system design, SCADA programming, and project management roles.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₹221, ₹360,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person