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Job Title Controls Project Engineer I Job Description Required Skillset:
• Experience required is 6+ 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.