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Associate Lead Engineer Controls

Chennai, India💼 Full-time🗓 2026-08-19 → 2026-09-26

Core

Develop high-level controls and automation solutions for OEM industrial machinery and Special Purpose Machines (SPM) with a focus on motion programming and emerging technologies.

Role type

Senior IC Controls Engineer (Industrial Automation)

Builds

Advanced electrical control software/systems for vertical and horizontal form/fill/seal packaging machinery and product feed systems.

Domain

Industrial Manufacturing / Packaging Machinery

Deliverable

production ML models | product features

Required skills

PLC programming (Allen-Bradley ControlLogix, CompactLogix, PLC5, SLC500), HMI design (PanelView), motion control programming, industrial communication networks (Ethernet, Device Net, DH+), engineering documentation (schematics, SOPs), machine safety applications, electrical power distribution, industrial control panel design, equipment testing and commissioning.

Preferred skills

Experience with B&R or Siemens controllers, OEM experience in paper, packaging, printing, or converting industries, mechatronics background.

Technologies

Studio 5000, FactoryTalk, ControlLogix, CompactLogix, PanelView, Ethernet I/P, Device Net, DH+

Responsibilities

Program PLCs, HMIs, and motion controllers for new and existing product lines; design and implement automation systems and associated documentation; provide technical guidance to production, service, and engineering teams; perform complex troubleshooting and diagnostics in plant or remote environments.

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC

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