The Electrical / Automation Project Engineer is responsible for end-to-end execution of electrical, instrumentation, and automation systems across industrial projects. The role includes specification, installation, configuration, testing, commissioning, and startup of systems, ensuring compliance with project requirements, standards, and timelines.
Key Responsibilities:
Specify, install, execute, configure, test, and commission
Electrical, Instrumentation, and Automation systems
.
Review, check, and verify project documentation and drawings, including:
Design Specifications
Single Line Diagrams (SLD)
P&IDs
System Layouts
Cable Schedules
I/O Lists
Instrument Index
Control Philosophy
Cause & Effect Diagrams
Develop and review
Bill of Materials (BOM)
for electrical and control systems.
Verify control panel/cabinet fabrication and perform
internal testing
.
Conduct
Site Acceptance Testing (SAT)
at customer locations.
Perform
loop checking, pre-commissioning, commissioning, and startup activities
.
Configure, set up, and calibrate
field instruments
.
Work hands-on with
Rockwell and Siemens PLC & SCADA systems
.
Prepare and manage
project schedules using MS Project
, including:
Manpower planning
Resource allocation
Tools and material planning
Coordinate with clients, vendors, and site teams to ensure smooth project execution.
Ensure compliance with safety standards, quality requirements, and project deadlines.
Qualifications & Experience:
Bachelor's Degree in
Electrical Engineering, Automation Engineering
, or a related field.
3-5 years of relevant experience
in electrical, automation, and instrumentation projects (preferred).
Hands-on installation experience across industries such as:
Power Generation
Water & Wastewater
Industrial Automation
Proficiency in
EPLAN and AutoCAD
software.
Strong knowledge of
LV (Low Voltage) electrical systems
.
Practical experience with
PLC, SCADA, and field instrumentation
.
Key Skills & Competencies:
Strong technical and troubleshooting skills
Excellent documentation and drawing review capability
Project planning and scheduling skills
Ability to work independently and within multidisciplinary teams
Good communication and coordination skills
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
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