Job Title

Controls Project Engineer I

Job Description

Skillset Required

Siemens TIA Portal Proficient in TIA Portal V17 and above, with experience in project development, troubleshooting, and commissioning.
WinCC SCADA Practical knowledge in WinCC SCADA for system visualisation and process monitoring.
Advanced HMI Programming Skilled in HMI screen design and scripting, including dynamic screen development and custom user interfaces.
Diagnostic & Versioning Tools Hands-on experience with Siemens Proneta for network diagnostics and version control, and backup management.
STL Programming (Advanced) Capable of understanding, modifying, and optimising STL code based on functional requirements.
Communication Protocols understanding of Profinet, Profibus, and AS-i (Actuator Sensor Interface) communication systems.
Advanced PLC Techniques Expertise in pointers and indirect addressing within Siemens PLC programming for flexible and scalable logic development.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and configure complete LLC control logic and safety functions for medium to large-scale systems using Siemens TIA Portal
Design and document detailed software architecture aligned with system-level controls and project requirements.
Lead and execute commissioning, SCADA integration, and volume testing on-site or in simulation environments.
Create, execute, and manage detailed test plans for FAT (Factory Acceptance Test), SAT (Site Acceptance Test), and interface validation.
Collaborate closely with project leads for risk identification, interface control, and technical coordination.
Take ownership of specific LLC work packages and guide junior engineers in task execution and deliverable quality.
Apply a strong understanding of IT networks, electromechanical components, and safety system design to ensure integration accuracy.
Deliver assigned scope on time, within budget, and with consistent quality and documentation standards.
Support the installation, testing, and integration of equipment across multiple zones and systems.
Identify technical and procedural gaps and actively contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

Technical Responsibilities

Independently draw up detailed software specifications based on the order file, functional specs, customer requirements, and controls architecture, in accordance with the VI work method.
Select solutions using standard modules, reusing standardised control logic blocks where applicable.
Ensure adherence to engineering procedures, coding guidelines, and project documentation standards.
Build, configure, generate, program, test, and document complex control applications and subsystems.
Log and follow up on Problem Reports and suggest design/process improvements through Change Requests.
Lead the start-up and commissioning of control systems independently, following the commissioning plan, and in consultation with the site supervisor and controls project leader.
Ensure a complete and high-quality Service Take Over (STO), including handover documentation and validation.
Report project progress, risks, and issues to the Project Leader, Engineering and Group Leader in a structured manner.