Automation / Instrumentation Engineer at Ascentech Services Limited

Job Overview

• Our client is seeking a highly skilled Automation/Instrumentation Engineer to join our team in the steel industry, focusing on hot rolling operations.
• The Automation/Instrumentation Engineer will play a crucial role in designing, implementing, and maintaining automation systems and instrumentation to optimize hot-rolling processes.
• This position requires expertise in PLC programming, control systems, and instrumentation relevant to industrial manufacturing, specifically in steel production.

Key Responsibilities
Automation System Design and Implementation:

• Design and develop automation solutions for hot rolling processes, including PLC (Programmable Logic Controller) programming, HMI (Human Machine Interface) design, and SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition) system integration.
• Collaborate with process engineers and production teams to understand requirements and implement efficient automation strategies.

Instrumentation and Control System Maintenance:

• Specify, install, calibrate, and maintain instrumentation devices such as sensors, transmitters, flow meters, and actuators used in hot rolling operations.
• Troubleshoot control system issues and implement corrective actions to minimize downtime and optimize performance.
• Conduct continuous analysis of hot rolling processes to identify opportunities for automation improvements and efficiency enhancements.
• Implement advanced control algorithms and strategies to improve product quality, throughput, and energy efficiency.

Qualifications

• HND or Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Instrumentation/Automation, or a related field.
• Proven experience (5-7 years) in automation, instrumentation, and control systems within the steel manufacturing industry, particularly in hot rolling operations.
• Strong proficiency in PLC programming (Siemens, Allen-Bradley, etc.), HMI/SCADA systems, and industrial communication protocols (Profibus, Modbus, Ethernet/IP, etc.).
• Experience with instrumentation devices and control loops (PID control, loop tuning, etc.).
• Knowledge of safety standards (IEC, ANSI, NFPA) and regulatory requirements applicable to industrial automation.