PLC Automation Engineer

SAS Automation Pvt. Ltd. is a leading industrial automation solution provider with over 15 years of expertise across sectors such as Oil & Gas, Mining, Steel, Cement, Pharmaceuticals, Automotive, and Food & Beverage.

Headquartered in Pune, with regional offices in Kolkata, Chennai, Mumbai, Bangalore, and Saudi Arabia, SAS Automation delivers end-to-end automation solutions across India and the Middle East.

We specialize in PLC, SCADA, DCS, IoT, Industry 4.0, and turnkey plant automation solutions, supported by dedicated panel manufacturing facilities in Pune and Nashik. With a strong team of 120+ professionals, we are committed to delivering innovative, reliable, and scalable automation systems.

Position: PLC Automation Engineer

Location: Chennai

Employment Type: Full-time | On-site

The PLC Automation Engineer will be responsible for designing, programming, commissioning, and maintaining industrial automation systems. The role involves close collaboration with project, electrical, and commissioning teams to ensure timely and high-quality delivery of automation projects.

Design, develop, program, and test PLC-based automation systems

Develop and modify PLC logic, HMI, and SCADA applications

Perform site commissioning, troubleshooting, and system optimization

Integrate automation systems with field instruments, drives, motors, and control equipment

Diagnose and resolve hardware, software, and communication issues

Ensure compliance with industry standards, safety norms, and project specifications

Prepare and maintain technical documentation such as control philosophy, I/O lists, backups, and as-built drawings

Coordinate with internal teams, customers, and OEMs during execution and commissioning

Support system upgrades, modifications, and preventive maintenance activities

Strong hands-on experience in PLC programming and industrial automation

Knowledge of SCADA systems, HMI development, and industrial networking

Proficiency in troubleshooting and diagnostics of automation systems

Understanding of industrial electrical systems and process control

Exposure to robotics integration and advanced automation is an advantage

Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Automation Engineering, or Instrumentation Engineering

Prior experience in industrial automation projects or manufacturing environments is preferred. Experience in pharma, steel, cement, automotive, or process industries will be an added advantage.

Ability to work on-site at customer locations in and around Kolkata

Strong team collaboration and communication skills

Willingness to travel for project execution and commissioning

Ability to work under project timelines and pressure

Exposure to large-scale, multi-industry automation projects

Opportunity to work with advanced technologies and global customers

Strong technical growth and career advancement opportunities

• Collaborative work environment with experienced professionals