Controls Engineer

Role: Controls Engineer

Location: Chennai, India

Reports to: Controls Engineering Manager

We are seeking talented individuals to join our growing team!

CONVERGIX Automation Solutions leverages the strengths, experience, and capabilities of our existing businesses, along with new talent, to transform and grow into the ultimate automation solutions trusted partner, capable of solving any industrial automation challenge.

Working in a dedicated team of industry professionals you will provide a creative and problem-solving solution to a range of ground breaking projects. Primarily you will assist in the development of specialist bespoke equipment. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious controls/software engineer to further their career within a fast-paced environment.

Main Responsibilities

• Be responsible for the creation and development of machine software solutions for special purpose automated machinery projects.
• Deliver control and safety systems which comply with the appropriate national and international standards
• Support the sales team with technical input for generation quotations for new projects.
• Design of the electrical and software elements of bespoke machinery based on customer requirements in line with project schedules.
• Ensure electrical and control systems elements of machines comply with applicable regulations.
• Support the project team during commissioning activities to achieve successful FAT and SAT.
• Commissioning of the machines at the customers site.
• Produce project documentation such as FDS, SDS, FAT test protocols, risk assessments, training material.
• Reporting the progress of project work to your manager.
• Training customer employees in the use and maintenance of supplied equipment.
• Provide technical controls support for existing customers.
  
  

What qualifies you for this opportunity?

• 7 + years of experience
• Degree or equivalent; preferably BE, EEE, or ECE
• Experience with Siemens Allen-Bradley PLCs (PLC-5, SLC500, ControlLogix, CompactLogix) and TIA portal
• A record of accomplishment of successfully delivering machine control system projects to required timescale and budget
• Ability to interpret electrical schematics and technical drawings
• Experience with EPLAN will be considered an added advantage
• Experience of automation and production machinery design, ideally with a hands-on approach.
• Knowledge of British and international standards relative to the design and installation of industrial automation systems.
• Willing and able to travel to customer sites both nationally and internationally
• Experience of conducting assessments and generating technical documents to support compliance with the Machinery Directive and other British and international standards.
• Proficient in the use of Rockwell programming platforms (PLCs, HMIs)
• Integration of robotics into automation solutions.
• Integration of vision systems into industrial automation.
• Integration of servo drives into industrial automation.
• Experience in Ignition SCADA or other SCADA Platforms will be considered an added advantage
• Experience with script programming is an asset
• Configuration of standard industrial IO network and bus systems.
• Sound interpersonal skills.
• Ability to prioritise work within tight timescales.
  
  

What We Expect From You

• A proactive can-do attitude.
• A positive and determined work ethic
• A professional approach
• A commitment to excellence in all that you do
• A team player, willing to continuously and proactively collaborate, share, and seek information and guidance
• Self-driven to make a significant contribution to maximizing customer service
  
  

What does CONVERGIX Offer You?

Here at CONVERGIX, we offer a generous compensation and benefits package including:

• Holiday, insurance and company pension.
• A gift voucher on your birthday
• Clear paths for career advancement and opportunities for professional development
• The chance to be part of a globally recognized workplace that consistently develops cutting-edge solutions that set industry standards
• A diverse and inclusive atmosphere that provides support for employees from all walks of life
  

About Convergix Automation Solutions

Convergix Automation Solutions designs, engineers and integrates hardware and software to automate its customers operations. Convergix specializes in creative, custom solutions and serves customers in a broad range of industries. With over 900 employees and 19 locations worldwide, Convergix is a leading global diversified automation provider. Our vision is to become the ultimate trusted partner, capable of solving any industrial automation challenge with our passionate people, world-renowned processes and diverse experience.

Learn more about us: https://convergixautomation.com/

What does CONVERGIX value?

Our values are our foundational concepts on which we build CONVERGIX; we adhere to these no matter what mountain we climb.

• Integrity - Respect, Transparency, Commitment
• Excellence - Continuous Improvement, Innovation, Collaboration, Communication
• Passion - Momentum, Sense of Urgency, Growth, Success, Velocity
  
  

We thank all candidates for their interest, however only those considered for an interview will be contacted.

CONVERGIX Automation Solutions has a programme in place that provides reasonable adjustments for employees with disabilities. If you require a specific adjustment because of a disability or a medical need, please contact Human Resources.

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